10 Free Days Out and Things to Do With Kids in Cumbria
Check out these things to do with the kids in Cumbria, whether it's playing knights at Kendal Castle, or letting off steam at Buttermere Valley, I've got you covered, and best of all it's free!
I'm still adding to this list, so keep checking back, please get in touch if you've got any hidden gems to recommend, or if you have a picture to replace any that I'm missing (ie the places that have words). As a thank you, I'll send a 20% money off voucher to spend in the shop for anything that gets used.
I've tried to make sure that all the details on here are up to date, but please do double check on the websites I've linked to before you travel in case anything has changed. I've sourced a lot of information from 3rd parties so some information might be incorrect (Please let me know if you spot anything that is so that I can amend it).
Especially important: double check parking costs to avoid any nasty surprises on a day out that was supposed to be cheap, and obviously, be careful if you're visiting places with kids, especially where the terrain is dangerous (ruins, cliffs, beaches, slippy paths etc).
Happy adventuring!
Home to lots of paid activities, as well as an Adventure Playground, and the Lake District Story Exhibition which are both free.
Soak up some local history, with loads to do for kids including themed galleries, quizzes, an adventure playground. Learn about early hunter gatherers from 12,000 years ago, Vikings, Romans, Iron, and Steelworks.
Derwentwater
Keswick
A picturesque lake, 3 miles long and a mile wide, with many islands. It's an 8 mile walk around the lake. While you're in the area, check out castlerigg stone circle, and the award winning playground in Fitz Park.
A dramatic 65ft waterfall, with woodland walks, champion trees, and red squirrels. While you're there, explore Garrowbark Park with its walking trails and natural playground.
The Roman wall stretched 73 miles across the neck of England. See the remains for free at Banks East Turret, Pike Hill Signal Tower, Willowfood bridge, and Portross Burn.
The third largest lake in the Lake District, with lots of walks around the lake, and through woodland. Check out this map. While you're in the area, stroll through the cobbled streets of Hawkshead, and do a self-guided trail around the Coppermines.
Soak up the tranquility in this stunning landscape with 3 lakes, dramatic fells, farms, and woodland. There's a huge range of walks to choose from taking you past waterfalls, through tunnels, and up summits.
Learn some local history in a 17th century former school building. Exhibits include geology, prehistoric archaeology, and Penrith stories.
A ruined castle, probably 12th century, with great views over the town. It used to be a seat of power, and was once Katherine Parr's home. The lower slopes have wooded walks.
You know what the kids would love to be filling in as you're exploring new places? An epic activity pack! And it should be filled with easy activity ideas, and stickers, and personalised!
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