The National Trust is ushering in the summer holidays with plenty of entertaining activities in the Lake District for every family member, come rain or shine.
From nature trails and water sports to self-guided exploration and cultural heritage excursions, the organisation has curated a lineup of free and low-cost offerings throughout the lakes.
Families are spoilt for choice at Allan Bank in Grasmere, where they can enjoy traditional lawn games, wildlife spotting, art-making, or exploring the woods.
Children can enjoy various activities at Allan Bank (Image: Rob Grange Photography)
In the case of bad weather, an indoor picnic option is available.
On the shores of Windermere at Wray, there are opportunities for geocaching, parkland path exploration, and indoor fun with a climbing wall and the 3D Everest game.
At Sizergh, the experience is immersive, transporting visitors back to the 1930s.
The place showcases how the Strickland family held garden parties, played games, and pursued delightful leisure activities.
Children playing on the lawn at Sizergh Castle (Image: National Trust)
Nestled near Newby Bridge, Fell Foot caters to outdoor play and water sports enthusiasts.
Moreover, it is equipped with lawns for picnics, free-to-use sports equipment, a children's play area, and a café.
Absorb little ones in nature and take a self-guided trail at Acorn Bank to check off items on your 50 Things list, while Stagshaw Gardens, Skelghyll Woods, and the Roman Fort near Borrans Park in Ambleside beckon for exploration.
Free well-being sessions in the woods, courtesy of Karen Whybrow Coaching, are on offer at Wasdale.
Children playing at the Whitehaven Coast (Image: National Trust)
Supported by the UK Government's Shared Prosperity Fund, they encourage families to engage with nature through mindfulness activities.
Wordsworth House and Garden presents interactive experiences tailored around an exhibition on British wildlife, complete with a wildlife trail and creative sessions in the Discovery Room.
Adventure seekers are catered to as well, with the opportunity to partake in paddleboarding, canoeing, and sailing sessions on Derwent Water, thanks to the partnership between the National Trust, Mobile Adventure, and Derwent Water Marina.
The offerings form part of the Summer of Play initiative, sponsored by Starling Bank and supported by Sport England.
For more information, safety guidelines, and downloadable trails, visit the National Trust’s official website.
The organisation would like to thank all visitors for respecting and caring for the landscapes, the locals, and each other by adhering to the Countryside Code.
A day outdoors in the Lake District promises plentiful opportunities to get active, indulge in creativity, and meld with nature while fostering a love for Britain's beautiful landscapes.
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