95 Things to do in the Lake District

Discover the best things to do in the Lake District for Families

From agricultural activities to paddling on the sea in a kayak, there’s lots of superb things to do in the Lake District for families.

A visit to the Beatrix Potter World? What about some quad riding, Go-Karting, or a ride on segways for the family? Go Ape in Grizedale Forest and Whinlatter will raise your adrenaline level, and you can also test your mettle on the Infinity Bridge at Honister Slate Mine.

There are many indoor Lake District activities for families too for when the weather isn’t on your side! Such activities include the National Trust property of Allan Bank and exploring the interesting Derwent Pencil Museum!

Other things to do in the Lake District for families include visiting Fell Foot Park, exploring Grizedale Forest and discovering Beatrix Potter’s farmhouse, Hill Top Farm!

Discover a wealth of activities in the lake district for families…

Kendal Museum

Station Rd
Kendal
LA9 6BT

01539 815597

Kendal Museum is a fantastic day out for all the family, with exhibits, a shop, play area and café available. Treat the little ones to a day out here and enjoy an insight into the area’s natural history and archaeology.
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KendalWall, Lakeland Climbing Centre

KendalWall, Lakeland Climbing Centre
Unit 27
Lake District Business Park
Mint Bridge Road
Kendal
LA9 6NH

01539721766

Open year-round Kendal Wall is the perfect all-weather activity in the Lake District. The climbing centre features a whopping 25m main wall, auto-belays, bouldering, routing roof, training room, dry toolbox, and a kid’s climbing wall.
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Keswick Alhambra Cinema

36 St John's Street
Keswick
CA12 5AG

017687 72195

A vintage picture house in Keswick with a programme that features top movies, opera, and live performances.
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Keswick Climbing Wall

Keswick Climbing Wall
JW34+5
Goosewell Farm
Keswick
CA12 4RN

01768772000

Bring outdoor climbing indoors at Keswick Climbing Wall, situated just a five-minute drive from the centre of Keswick in the heart of the Lake District National Park. Positioned next door to the historic Castlerigg Stone Circle, it’s a great stopover during a day out in the lakes.
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Keswick Lakeside Round

Keswick Lakeside Round
30A Lake Road
Keswick
Lake District
Cumbria
CA12 5DG

This short walk starting in Keswick is ideal for families with younger children. Along the way, little ones can spot geese, ducks and swans and even stop by a woodland play area. The route is around one and a half miles and will take one hour to complete.
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Keswick Launch Co.

Keswick Launch Co.
Derwentwater Foreshore
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5DJ

Experience the splendour of Derwentwater with stunning views of the surrounding fells on a lake trip aboard one of the Keswick Launches. Views of Skiddaw, Catbells, and the ‘Jaws of Borrowdale’ are particularly impressive.
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Keswick Museum

Station Road
Keswick
CA12 4NF

017687 73263

A charming museum that focuses on the history of Keswick and features interactive exhibits such as “The Musical Stones of Skiddaw” and displays of ornate metalwork created by students at the Keswick School of Industrial Arts.
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Kong Adventure

Kong Adventure
Heads Road
Keswick
CA12 5EZ

01768775907

Kong Adventure is a Lake District recreational centre located in Keswick. Climbing walls, a café, outdoor equipment shops, escape rooms, and many more indoor and outdoor activities are available.
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La’al Ratty and Stanley Force, Eskdale

La'al Ratty and Stanley Force, Eskdale
Boot
Holmrook
Eskdale
CA19 1TG

Discover this incredible 60ft high waterfall deep in the Eskdale Valley as you wind through ancient woodland and across footbridges. Suitable for dogs and children over four, this walk takes around one to two hours depending on your pace.
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Lake District Coast Aquarium

Lake District Coast Aquarium
S Quay
Maryport
Lake District
Cumbira
CA15 8AB

01900814774

Discover over 75 display tanks teeming with hundreds of amazing freshwater and sea species at Lake District Aquarium, Maryport. From the waterfall cascade with local sea life to the vivid colours of the tropical marine reef display, you’ll find fascinating creatures at every turn.
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