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Here’s a few links to places in the Lake District, Cumbria and surrounding area that we recommend.

You can find a list of our 50 ‘must visit places in the Lake District here

Updated July, 2022:-

Possibly the most loved corner shop in the UK. Cartmel Village shop, home of Cartmel sticky toffee pudding – https://www.cartmelvillageshop.co.uk/

Located at the bottom of the Cartmel Valley and by Morecambe Bay, Skydive Northwest is one of the longest established skydiving centres in the UK, taking pride in providing Skydiving Experiences for over 40 years! Sky Dive North West

Walking Books.com walking map guide cards. Each walk comes on an individual weather proof walking card with OS or Harvey mapping and a user guide and map www.walking-books.com/The-Lakeland-Pack.html

Holker Hall and Gardens. Wonderful stately home and spectacular gardens – www.holker.co.uk

Cartmel Races-National Hunt Races held in a stunning village location – www.cartmel-racecourse.co.uk

A former neighbour of mine from my years in Kendal. A truly great man
– www.wainwright.org.uk

The animal rescue centre founded and funded by Alfred Wainwright
https://www.animalrescuecumbria.co.uk/

Brantwood House and gardens. The former home of John Ruskin – www.brantwood.org.uk

The Lake District National Park website – www.lake-district.gov.uk

Friends of the Lake District – www.fld.org.uk

Arnside & Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty – www.arnsidesilverdaleaonb.org.uk

The Lake District UNESCO World Heritage Site – https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/422/

The Tourism & Conservation Partnership – www.ourstolookafter.co.uk

Cumbria Wildlife Trust – www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk

Morecambe Bay, the largest expanse of intertidal mudflats and sand in the United Kingdom – www.morecambebay.org.uk

Our listing on the ‘Englands Coast’ website – https://englandscoast.com/en/listing/holiday-cottages-cumbria

Sarah Kay Photography Our favourite local photographer who specialises in hospitality/accommodation photography.

Reviews

9th November 2024 - From Email We had a lovely time at Charcoal House. It is a very nice cottage in a picturesque and peaceful location. We visited the Red Lion which had good beer and a good crack with the locals and

Charcoal House Reviews

25th October 2024 - 5 Star Google Review The cottage was amazing, even better than expected. Very spacious and comfortable and not too far from anywhere. A very relaxing few days - Jerry Dye, Dundee

Sawmill Cottage Reviews

27th September 2024 - 5 Star Review on VRBO "We stayed for a week in September - the accommodation was lovely and the lounge was splendid. Had a wood burner going a couple of nights and it was lovely and snuggly. Would

16th September 2024 - 5 Star Google review We stayed at Weavers Cottage as a family of 8, including grandparents and 2 dogs, to celebrate our daughter’s 21st birthday. The cottage is very nicely decorated and has a nice homely feel to

Weavers Cottages Reviews

13th September 2024 - From Email:- Hi Simon, We had a super time. Charcoal House is a delight and had everything we needed and more. The weather was a bonus we even managed to sit out in garden and the sun for

9th Sept. 2024 - From email:- Hi Simon, We had a fabulous holiday in your wonderful cottage & we were so blessed with the weather. We even went wild swimming in Windermere with our old rescue dog. 🥰 I served in the

12 August 2024 - 5 Star Review on VRBO The property was beautiful and in a lovely location. We'd definitely stay there again - Claire Date of arrival - 12 August 2024

12th August 2024 - 5 Star Google review Weavers Cottage is our absolute favourite place to stay in the Lake District. We have been visiting here regularly for 6 years now and converted all of our family and a lot of our

9th August 2024 - All too soon our time at Cartmel Hill has come to a close. We’ve had a fabulous time in this gorgeous house. The children especially liked the summer house and lighting the log fire (even in summer! 😊)

Cartmel Hill Reviews

9th August 2024 - Everything was perfect! Clean and very comfortable. Fab location for walking into the centre of the village. Wouldn’t change a thing. We’ll be back. Thank you from the Greaves family 😊 xx (Bishop Auckland, Durham)

2nd August 2024 - Came up early for the Lakeland 50 Race to relax and prepare. Couldn’t have picked a more suitable property. Great base to go out and explore what the Lake District has to offer. Thanks for the memories Charcoal

26th July 2024 - Our 3rd stay here, lovely as usual. Mostly great weather and a wonderful stay – The Kelly’s and The Short’s

19th July 2024 - 5 out of 5 Review on Trip Advisor "Grand house with a homely family feel" Another fantastic holiday at Cartmel Hill. Number data - 7 days -3 generations of our family and our 9th visit to this property

8th July 2024 - A lovely short break. We’ve enjoyed the peace and relaxation here. Shame the weather was a bit cold but it’s still been a great stay. Thank you – Jo, Mark, Lou, Matt, Dylan & Millie – Nantwich, Cheshire

8th July 2024 - We had a beautiful stay in a gorgeous location. The gardens are very well maintained as well as the property - Gav Schauder, Newcastle

5th July 2024 - 2nd time staying in 1 of Simon’s cottages and as expected it was amazing! Beautiful house with amazing views. We love Cartmel, there’s always a warm welcome and it was a pleasant walk there through the fields. We