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Explore the Best of Lake District Attractions
Set in the Heart of the Lake District, Sawrey House is ideally located for a whole host of attractions on offer in the Cumbria region and with many attractions open all year round, you can visit whenever you want, making it the ideal place to getaway from it all and relax!
Our top 5 guides…
Personally recommended ways to explore, unwind, and discover the Lakes
The Lake District is a place best discovered slowly — along quiet shoreline paths, over rolling fells, through hidden waterfalls and winding mountain passes. As a small, family-run hotel in the heart of the Lakes, we’re often asked for our favourite walks, scenic drives, rainy-day escapes and romantic corners. So we’ve gathered them into curated Top 5 guides to help you explore with confidence — and we’ll continue adding to them as we uncover even more of what makes this corner of Cumbria so special.
Near and Far Sawrey
Near and Far Sawrey are 2 villages famous for their association with Beatrix Potter where she lived at Hill Top Farm in Near Sawrey.
National Trust – Days Out
Sawrey House is ideally located for a whole host of National Trust Days Out. From Hill Top to Tarn Hows, take a look at our selection of some of the best National Trust Days Out…
Esthwaite Water
Esthwaite Water is just a 10 minute walk from sawrey House and is a natural lake extending to 280 acres with deep basins to the North and South.
Grizedale Forest
Grizedale Forest offers an unrivaled day out for everyone. You can find walking & cycling trails or simply discover a quiet spot to admire the wildlife and amazing sculptures.
Motor Museum
A thoroughly enjoyable heritage attraction, providing a perfect, ‘whatever the weather’, all year venue, which entertains and enthralls all ages.
Go-Ape Adventure
Go Ape! is a fantastic high wire assualt course high in the forest trees. Well worth a visit for the more adventurous guest the next time you are in the area.
The Lakes Distillery Tour
Visit the state-of-the-art distillery where the Whiskymaker’s unique approach comes to life in the majestic surroundings of Keswick
Cliffhanger Rooms
Cliffhanger Rooms are currently ranked the No1 Escape Rooms in Cumbria. A great all weather experience with friendly staff. Well worth a go on your next visit to the Lakes
Lakeland Segway
Offering a variety of experiences in and around in the stunning medieval village of Cartmel, this all year round experience is one not to miss.
