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Belsfield Hotel
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The Puzzling Place, Keswick
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#1 of 83 attractions in Lake District
Attraction type: Speciality museum
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- 5 Sep 2010 "great fun for the kids (and adults)"
- 2 Sep 2010 "Brilliant fun, tho a little expensive!"
- 30 Aug 2010 "A few amusing displays, but should be priced more reasonably"
Lakeland Segway, Graythwaite
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#2 of 83 attractions in Lake District
The longest established "SegwayAuthorized" tour provider in the UK invites you to explore magnificent Lakeland Scenery on the amazing Segway personal transporter. After comprehensive training enjoy tracks and trails around a stunning private Lakeland estate in the heart of England's Lake District. (Min age 14. Tours MUST be pre-booked)
Attraction type: All-terrain vehicle trail; Group tour/boat
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- 20 Aug 2010 "great adventure on two wheels easyer than riding a bike"
- 12 Aug 2010 "We had all done segwaying before in the..."
- 15 Jul 2010 "Segway smiles all 'round!!"
Theatre by the Lake, Keswick
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#3 of 83 attractions in Lake District
Theatre by the Lake in Keswick is a small, cozy, but newly built theatre. The theatre caters to the mountian climber in shorts and hiking boots, as well as the "dressed for the theatre" crowd. The...
Attraction type: Theatre
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- 9 Jul 2010 "Unmissable Evening Entertainment"
- 7 Jul 2010 "Wonderful"
- 15 May 2010 "Never disappointed!"
Honister Slate Mine, Keswick
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#4 of 83 attractions in Lake District
Honister Slate Mine is a unique award winning experience, England's last remaining working slate mine and England's very first Via Ferrata!!
Attraction type: Mine
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Catbells Lakeland Walk, Keswick
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#5 of 83 attractions in Lake District
Attraction type: Hiking trail
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- 26 Jul 2010 "The walk is amazing- The views ans scenery are a great reward for your efforts!"
- 15 Feb 2010 "Great family walk."
- 30 Jan 2010 "Try the spiral route!"
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#6 of 83 attractions in Lake District
Attraction type: Speciality shop
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- 26 Jun 2010 "Good place to visit in grasmere. Yummu..."
- 25 Jan 2010 "The Gingerbread is outstanding!"
- 9 Aug 2009 "Sarahs Bistro - My favourate place to eat in Grassmere"
Lake Derwent, Keswick
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#7 of 83 attractions in Lake District
Attraction type: Lake
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- 19 Apr 2010 "Utterly beautiful"
- 24 Feb 2010 "beautiful place"
- 17 Oct 2009 "Not being pedantic but it's 'Derwentwater'"
Jennings Brewery, Cockermouth
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#8 of 83 attractions in Lake District
Attraction type: Brewery
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- 19 Jul 2010 "Excellent"
- 4 Jun 2010 "Learned a lot about brewing on this tour..."
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#9 of 83 attractions in Lake District
Attraction type: Shop; Ship; Tour
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- 1 Sep 2010 "Nice, even if ......"
- 23 Aug 2010 "Hired a battery operated boat - great fun and very relaxing"
- 27 Jul 2010 "Nice boats, lovey views, relaxing but a little expensive"
Watermill Brewing Co, Windermere
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#10 of 83 attractions in Lake District
Watermill at Ings, the watermill is a busy traditional pub with a difference. They brew their beers on the premise, its easy to find, park and the staff is very good. Food is also good, if you are in...
Attraction type: Brewery
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- 11 Aug 2010 "Exceptional beer, good food and nice room."
- 28 Jul 2010 "Great beer but..."
- 28 May 2010 "Excellent pub, 3rd visit and as steady as ever"
Levens Hall, Kendal
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#11 of 83 attractions in Lake District
Attraction type: Architectural building
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- 15 Aug 2010 "A trip back in time"
- 6 May 2008 "Elizabethan Topiary extravaganza"
- 16 Aug 2007 "Okay, but overpriced"
Rydal Mount & Gardens, Rydal
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#12 of 83 attractions in Lake District
The former home of one of England's best-loved poets, William Wordsworth, who lived here from 1813 until his death in 1850.
Attraction type: Historic home; Garden
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- 1 Sep 2008 "A bit bizarre"
- 14 Jul 2003 "Outstanding"
- 18 Jun 2010 "湖水地方を愛した詩人ワーズワースが晩年をすごした家"
Trotters World of Animals, Bassenthwaite
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#13 of 83 attractions in Lake District
Attraction type: Nature centre; Zoo
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- 10 Aug 2010 "This attraction is in need of a facelift ,needs to address wasp infestations in the cafe area."
- 29 Jul 2010 "Loads To See On A Dry Day"
- 23 Feb 2010 "it's fab!"
Center Parcs, Penrith
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#14 of 83 attractions in Lake District
Attraction type: Park; Forest
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- 4 Sep 2010 "Great family break"
- 3 Sep 2010 "Great holiday site!"
- 17 Jul 2010 "Enjoyable Rip - Off"
Dove Cottage, Grasmere
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#15 of 83 attractions in Lake District
Dove Cottage was the home of William Wordsworth during his most productive and inspired years. He arrived in 1799, looking for a haven, where he could settle down and fulfil his dream of living a...
Attraction type: Historic home
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- 9 Jul 2010 "Beside the lake, beneath the trees"
- 15 Jul 2009 "Not what we expected - but good"
- 11 Oct 2008 "Cottage disappointing; Turner exhibit great!"
Wordsworth House, Cockermouth
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#16 of 83 attractions in Lake District
This 18th-century Georgian town house was the birthplace and childhood residence of the English poet William Wordsworth.
Attraction type: Historic home
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#17 of 83 attractions in Lake District
Attraction type: Garden
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- 25 Aug 2010 "A tranquil place"
- 8 Oct 2008 "A treat near Temple Sowerby."
Penrith Castle, Penrith
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#18 of 83 attractions in Lake District
Attraction type: Castle
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- 23 Feb 2010 "Penrith Castle is GREAT!"
The World of Beatrix Potter, Bowness-on-Windermere
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#19 of 83 attractions in Lake District
The characters of Beatrix Potter's stories are brought to life in this recreation of the Lakeland countryside.
Attraction type: Speciality museum
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- 28 Aug 2010 "Great for all Ages"
- 10 Aug 2010 "A decent trip out for an hour or so"
- 22 Apr 2010 "Not worth the money"
Grasmere and Wordsworth Museum, Grasmere
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#20 of 83 attractions in Lake District
The museum is beside Dove Cottage, which is where William Wordsworth, the poet who wrote, "I wandered lonely as a cloud" (Daffodil poem) lived while he produced his best work. It has a permanent...
Attraction type: Museum; History museum
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