Not all attractions close over the winter months. Many stay open all year, whilst others are only closed during January and Early February. Here is a short selection of some of the attractions that you can enjoy on a Winter Break in the Lakes.
The National Park Visitor Centre, Brockhole
Open 10 am - 4 pm in winter Admission Free, although there is a charge to park.
Not so very long ago the National Park visitor centre closed at the end of October, opening only at Weekends during the run up to Christmas, so regular visitors may not realise that now it is open all year round, with plenty to keep visitors occupied. Click here to find out what's going on at Brockhole this year.
Wildlife
Attractions
Because of their nature, wildlife attractions are open all year round.
After all, the animals need to be fed and cared for whatever the date.
The following are open throughout the year.
The South Lakes Wild Animal Park, Dalton
The biggest park in the region, with the widest range of animals, from big game cats to inquisitive Lemurs. A wonderful winter day out, and throughout the winter, entry is free!
For more information click here ......
Trotters World of Animals, Bassenthwaite
Although
affected by the recent flooding, Trotters is still open for business.
Note that there is currently no access from the A66 at the West end
of Bassenthwaite Lake as Ouse Bridge is closed. Access is via the A591
road. For more
information, click here ....
Lakeland Wildlife Oasis, Hale
Lying
just outside the Lake District at Hale, on the main A6 Kendal to Lancaster
Road, Lakeland Wildlife Oasis is a charming small animal and insect
attraction that never fails to please. For
more information, click here
Lakes Aquarium, Lakeside
Lakeside's unique freshwater aquarium, which has a few surprises for those expecting to just see a few fish. The aquarium also has a host of other creatures, including giant spiders. For up to date information, please click here .....
Lake Cruises
Many
years ago the cruise boats would be tied to the pier at the end of September,
or hoisted from the water for a lick of paint. Nowadays you can take
a cruise at any time of the year, the only exception being when there
is high wind or exceptionally heavy rain.
Ullswater Steam Navigation Company
Museums and Art Galleries
Lakeland
is full of historic houses and has a wide variety of museums. Some are
open all year round, whilst others close for January only
Dove Cottage and Wordsworth Museum, Grasmere (closed January)
Home of William Wordsworth and his sister Dorothy, Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum is an award winning attraction based in the village of Grasmere. For more information, click here ...
Blackwell Arts and Crafts House, Bowness.
(Open
from Mid January onwards)
Blackwell is a "must visit" for all those interested in the Arts and Crafts movement. For more information, click here
Museum of Lakeland Life and industry, Kendal
This award winning Museum takes you back through time to explore the story of the Lake District and its inhabitants. For more information, click here
Brantwood, Coniston
Home of John Ruskin, Brantwood is one of the most beautifully situated houses in the Lake District. For more information, click here ....
Plus... . Weather premitting, the fells are open and free to all 365 days a year!!!!!
Lots to see, lots to do
What's on in the Lakes this Winter
A round up of events both traditional and modern
Enjoy a low cost day out with the animals
Find out what's open in the Lakes during the winter months - you'll be surprised!
Orrest Head was Wainwright's first walk in the Lakes. Find out more about how the history of fell walking changed on this small peak.
A summer Sunday walk up School Knott, a popular local peak
A Stroll around Cockshott Point
The perfect short walk for a Winter's afternoon
The story of why this insignificant outcrop of rock was once considered to be one of the Lake District's top tourist attractions.