Scenic Highlights
The Lake District's greatest asset is its natural environment and at 885 square miles, it is England's largest National Park.
Britain's Favourite View - Wastwater
Wastwater is probably the most scenic of all the lakes. It is surrounded by mountains, Red Pike, Kirk Fell, Great Gable and Scafell Pike.
Parks & Gardens
Cumbria is home to gardens large and small. Discover topiary, national collections and much more
Levens Hall & Gardens
Garden, Kendal 015395 60321
A Grade I Listed garden dating from 1694, through a combination of circumstance and love the gardens at Levens Hall have survived in their original design. The topiary is some of the oldest in the world and justifiably famous.
Towns & Villages
There is more to Cumbria than its world-famous natural environment. There are many towns and villages to explore, whether nestled in valleys, on the side of a lake or along the coastline.
Ambleside
Town,
At the heart of the central and south lakes visitor experience, Ambleside bristles with activity and is an ideal base for exploring the county.
History & Heritage
Whether you want to delve into our deep, sometimes dark past or simply enjoy some stunning surroundings, there's plenty of local history and heritage to keep you interested.
Casterton Stone Circle
Historic Site, Kirkby Lonsdale
Circle has a diameter of 60' and stands on a flattened mound or platform. There are 20 uprights, none more than 2' high and suggesting perhaps the kerb of a destroyed cairn.
