ATTRACTIONS IN LA11 9AF
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5.2milesRSPB Nature Reserve Silverdale
Myers Farm, Silverdale, LA50SW
The largest remaining reedbed in north-west England, with shallow meres and fringing sedge and woodland, attracts a wonderful range of wildlife to Leighton Moss. Among its special birds are breeding bitterns, bearded tits and marsh harriers, with water rails and pochards, and its mammals include roe and red deer.
5.6milesAquarium of the Lakes
Lakeside, LA128AS
From mountain-top to Morecambe Bay the award-winning Aquarium of the Lakes takes you on an amazing voyage of discovery. More than 30 spectacular, naturally-themed habitats bring the natural history of the Lake District vividly to life.
6.3milesLeighton Hall
Leighton Hall, LA59ST
The historic home of the world-renowned Gillow furniture making family, Leighton Hall, with itts romantic Gothic towers, acres of beautiful gardens and trained birds of prey annually lure thousands of visitors who are as enthralled with Leighton's fascinating heritage as they are captivated by the breathtaking beauty of their surroundings.Stepping inside Leighton Hall is a step back in time.
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7.1milesLevens Hall
Levens, LA80PD
The Topiary Gardens at Levens are world-famous in their own right, and are a must for any visitor to the English Lake District. When Col.
8.3milesSizergh Castle and Garden
Sizergh, LA88AE
Originally built in the Middle Ages by the Strickland family, who still live here, this imposing house has an exceptional series of oak-panelled rooms culminating in the Inlaid Chamber. Portraits, fine furniture and ceramics accumulated over centuries by the family are shown alongside their recent photographs.
10.1milesBlackwell The Arts and Crafts House
Bowness-on-Windermere, LA233JR
Blackwell is one of England's most important surviving houses from the turn of the 20th century. Designed by M.
10.5milesSouth Lakes Safari Zoo
Crossgates, Broughton Rd, Dalton-in-Furness, LA158JR
South Lakes Wild Animal Park in Cumbria has a wide choice of animals to see. The Park opened in 1994 and has built up becoming very actively involved in conservation and breeding programmes, and was awarded the Top Visitor Attraction in the Lake District for 1999 and 2000 by the Cumbria Tourist Awards.
10.7milesHill Top
Near Sawrey, LA220LF
Many of the enchanting illustrations for Beatrix Potter's little tales were inspired by Hill Top. It remains as she left it and in each room can be found something that appears in one of her books.
11.1milesMuseum of Lakeland Life
Abbot Hall, Kendal, LA95AL
Why not learn a little more about the way Cumbrians lived and worked in the last 250 years, with a visit to the Museum of Lakeland Life at Abbot Hall in Kendal, on the edge of the English Lake District. In 1973 the Museum was the first winner of the coveted 'Museum of the Year' award.
11.2milesLancaster Maritime Museum
St Georges Quay, Lancaster, LA11RB
Discover more about the City's golden age and maritime past Located within two fine Georgian quayside buildings. Uses sounds, smells and reconstructions to tell the story of the port of Lancaster Changing exhibitions and events.
11.3milesShire Hall
Lancaster Castle, Castle Parade, Lancaster, LA11YJ
One of the best-preserved and hardest-working Castles in the country, Lancaster Castle is managed by Lancashire County Council and used as Courts and Prison. Within the Shire Hall there is a splendid display of over 600 shields bearing the arms of all the Sovereigns of England, and of all the Constables of Lancaster Castle and High Sheriffs of Lancashire known to have borne arms.
11.4milesWorld Of Beatrix Potter
, Bowness On Windermere, LA233BX
Would you like to meet Peter Rabbit and all his friends in the magical World of Beatrix Potter?Well, it's just a hop, skip and a jump to the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, the only Beatrix Potter themed attraction in Europe, where you can visit Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle-duck and many other delightful characters.Our attraction includes all 23 Tales by Beatrix Potter, brought to life in a magical indoor recreation of the Lakeland countryside, complete with sights, sounds and even smells.
11.4milesBrantwood
Coniston, LA218AD
Explore Brantwood's 250 acres of gardens, pastures, ancient woods and high moors. Walk among beautifully scented azaleas and bluebells or marvel at magnificent views.
11.5milesLancaster City Museum
Market Square, Lancaster, LA11HT
Lancaster City Museum and The King's Own Royal Regiment Museum Situated in the heart of this historic city in an elegant Georgian building. Discover more about Lancasters past from the Romans to the present day Trace the pedigree of Lancaster's regiment from 1680 onwards.
11.6milesKendal Museum
Station Road, Kendal, LA96BT
Founded in 1796, Kendal Museum's fascinating collections include local Archaeology, History, Geology and a Natural History collection from around the globe. We also have a changing programme of temporary exhibitions and displays, events, walks and talks.
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11.9milesWindermere Steamboat Centre
Rayrigg Road, Windermere, LA231BN
For a great day out visit the Windermere Steamboats & Museum situated on the shores of beautiful Lake Windermere. Windermere Steamboats & Museum offers:A unique and historic collection of Steam and Motor Boats Steam Launch Trips Shop and Refreshments 'Swallows and Amazons' Exhibition Model Boats boat pond with frequent demonstrationsWindermere Steamboats & Museum is located on a former sand wharf site where, for many years, barges unloaded gravel dredged from the bed of the lake.
12.5milesBeatrix Potter Gallery
Main Street, Hawkshead, LA220NS
The exhibition of original sketches and watercolours painted by Beatrix Potter for her children's stories changes annually. Also on display are artefacts and information relating to her life and work beyond the 'Tales'.
13milesSteam Yacht Gondola
Pier Cottage, Coniston, LA218AJ
The original steam yacht Gondola was first launched in 1859 and now, completely rebuilt by the Trust, gives passengers the chance to sail in her sumptuous, upholstered saloons. This is the perfect way to view Coniston's spectacular scenery.
13.3milesRuskin Museum
The Institute, Yewdale Rd, Coniston, LA218DU
There has been a Ruskin Museum in Coniston since 1901, when W. G.
14.6milesTownend
Troutbeck, LA231LB
Largely 17th-century, the solid stone and slate house is an exceptional survival. It belonged to a wealthy 'statesman' farming family and contains carved woodwork, books, papers, furniture and fascinating domestic implements from the past, largely accumulated by the Browne family who lived here from 1626 to 1943.
16.4milesArmitt Museum
Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA229BL
The Armitt is a unique place combining Gallery, Museum and Library. It is a treasure-house for scholarship and fun, art and entertainment.
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