4 hour Private Lake District tour (tour A)
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4 hour Private Lake District tour (tour A)

By Brook tours of Windermere
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Ages 0-120
Duration: 4h
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Live guide: English
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  • Knowledgeable driver-guide.
  • Private tour. (You are not sharing with anyone else)
  • Air conditioned vehicle.
  • Drop off at a destination within the Lake district.
  • Complimentary bottled water.
  • Umbrellas provided. (Just in case)
  • Anytime photo stops at your request.
  • Our vehicles are thoroughly cleaned before every tour. This Includes the wiping of all surfaces.
  • Hand sanitizer provided.


Start:Traveller pickup offered.
  • Windermere Railway Station, Station Precinct, Windermere LA23 1AH, UK
Pickup details
  • Pick up is from a limited radius around Windermere. We must stress, we DO NOT pick up from Kendal and Oxenholme station.
Additional pickup options
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.
  • Windermere Railway Station, Station Precinct, Windermere LA23 1AH, UK
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Pushchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infant seats available
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 193140P4

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Most travellers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 193140P4

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    • Brook tours of Windermere
      87
      United Kingdom
      Joined in September 2019
    • ahdray
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Magical tour - excellent guide!
      This was a fantastic tour and the highlight of a 2 week trip to the UK. David is knowledgeable, friendly and professional. He customized my tour based on weather conditions and my personal preferences and we had a magical day touring the incredibly beautiful Lakes region. I also made a new friend in David. What a treasure he is! Thank you for a spectacular tour - I will tell all my friends and family to book this if they ever make the trip to this truly magnificent area.
      Written 24 October 2024
    • V6719EUdebbied
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Wonderful day
      Wonderful trip with a friendly knowledgeable driver. David took the time to slightly change the itinerary to accommodate us ladies of a certain age ! We definitely saw areas of the Lake District that we would otherwise not have seen. Wonderful day.
      Written 2 October 2024
    • aronw229
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Full Day Tour of The Lake Dstrict.
      Wow, what a belter of a day. Te best thing we did was to book David from Brook Tours. We booked the all day private tour. We were a party of 4 - me, my wife and her parents. David picked us up on time having previously told us where we could park in Windermere without charge as we were staying in Kendall. The vehicle was clean and comfortable and David was the perfect host and guide. He is passionate about the area that he lives in and we had an informative and enjoyable day full of fun and facts. He is very knowledgeable about the area and took us to places that we would not have found on our own. We were blessed with great weather - September can be a bit hit and miss!! If you are new to the Lakes and want someone to show you the best of the area then David of Brook Tours is your man. You will not be disappointed. Thanks again David for a great day, it was good to meet you and spend a day in your company. Best wishes, Aron, Michele, Betty & Stewart.
      Written 19 September 2024
    • LoveTravel594790
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing tour!
      David is an amazing tour guide and he made our trip wonderful more than we expected! He knows almost, if not all, about Lake District. We learned a lot, in a very enjoyeable way, as he cracks jokes whilst telling us about the places we’ve visited.
      Written 8 September 2024
    • chandanpramoda
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Beautiful weather and resourceful guide
      The tour was outstanding, thanks to our amazing tour guide David and beauty of Lake district off course. David shared lot of interesting information about different places which was made our tour lively. The old photos shared by him were simply awesome. He has got nice sense of humor. I had two children with me and David went extra mile to adjust our itinerary. This was memorable trip indeed !
      Written 26 August 2024
    • superciliousful
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Highly knowledgeable guide, prompt and packed with sights and details
      This was an amazing tour. Guide was well-informed, friendly and helpful. I booked this at the last minute and would highly recommend. Plenty of bathroom stops and good conversation. I was picked up from my hotel in Windermere, on time and I got to see things off the beaten path, avoiding traffic in a high tourist season. I was there to see Fell ponies and see shows and farms related, and this was an add-on for me, but really appreciated learning more about the local history. Would not hesitate to hire again, great driver, very kind person. Also, please note you can book directly through Brook tours which is what I'd do next time.
      Written 19 August 2024
    • slord29
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      David is a 5 star guide!
      Took on my mum on this tour on our first day staying in the Lake District, and so glad we did it! David is incredibly knowledgeable, and friendly. A excellent guide. The tour was interesting and I am sure we wouldn’t have seen half the landmarks we visited if we had not done this tour. Highly recommend people do this at the start of their holiday to get an idea of the entire area, a must for first timers to the Lake District!
      Written 18 August 2024
    • tmknight
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent All day tour of Lake District
      My wife and I just completed a private all-day tour of the Lake District with Mountain Goat Tours. Our guide, John S., could not have been better! He was full of information and enthusiasm for the entire area, having climbed most all of the mountains we saw. He was pleasant and an absolute font of information. 5 Stars all around. We enjoyed the day so much, we are already planning a return trip. Next time we hope to do a longer 2-3 stay in the area. Hopefully, John S. will be available again.
      Written 24 June 2024
    • M2110UBannw
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great overview of Lake Windermere area
      David of Brook tours was very accommodating as we needed to change his planned itinerary. He was knowledgeable about the places he took us to and it was a perfect overview of the area before we did some trips on our own
      Written 6 June 2024
    • NorthStar44467688445
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Stunningly beautiful, highly recommended
      I went to Lake District after spending time in Edinburgh and the highland. So I thought I have seen it all but I still find Lake District is stunningly beautiful, with lakes and pretty building dated as far back as 1200s. The town where the Windermere train station is located is simple but you can walk further down to see the pretty Windermere lake or choose to live in other town of Lake District. I had only 2 days 1 night there so I engaged a private tour. My guide, David is very knowledgeable as he shared history of the various lakes, towns and off the beaten track area that we visited. Allow him to lead and he will bring you to the best places. I really enjoy my tour of Lake District and plan to return again with a longer stay. I recommend a visit George Fisher shoe shop (I got a pair of very good shoe there) and the Grasmere famous gingerbread shop (I am not a fan of gingerbread cookies but theirs is so special). And do consider to visit the stone ridge which predated as far back as the Stonehenge. I will recommend at least 2 nights stay.
      Written 17 September 2023
    • jazlinzakri
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Wonderful Lake District Experience
      David is a spectacular guide who is so friendly and funny. He's very accommodative too. My parents and I had a wonderful time going around the Lake District. The car was comfortable and we got very lucky with the weather as it was sunny when David drove us up to a fantastic view for photos. We also thank him a lot for introducing us to Grasmere Gingerbread - we went back the next day just to get more. Overall 10/10 experience and highly recommend David for a private tour of the Lake District!
      Written 11 September 2023
    • David B
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Exceptional Private Tour in Lakes Region
      This was a terrific experience! David has great knowledge of the Lakes Region, a pleasant personality and we thoroughly enjoyed our full day with him. David adjusted our itinerary based on sites we wanted to see and eliminated stops we had already visited. This was a very personalized tour and we had the opportunity to see gardens, waterfalls, and homes off the normal path. We had the opportunity to visit popular Wordsworth sites as well as less common sites. As seasoned travelers, we highly recommend this tour and tour group. Excellent!
      Written 29 August 2023
    • 381najlam
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Awesome experience
      David seems to be a professional tour guide. He know everything about the place including the perfect spot for picture taking which we truly value since we love taking photos as a family to preserve the memory. He made sure your comfortable and having the best time of the trip by being flexible with your needs. Thank you David. All the best for you & your family.
      Written 26 August 2023
    • michaelabK9823MS
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A Great Day Out!
      Excellent day, David was very knowledgable about the area and tailored the trip to suit our needs on the day, with history and tidbits of information, as well as the odd joke, to keep us informed and entertained for the whole day. The vehicle was immaculately clean and tidy and David was very helpful in arranging to meet. Would highly recommend.
      Written 13 August 2023
    • Susan D
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Lake District at its best
      David did not hurry us but in the two days we were with him we truly got the feel of the Lake District. We saw the highlights but also the out of the way places. Quiet and peaceful. Thank you David, we will not forget this experience. Truly a holiday to remember
      Written 25 June 2023
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    Nat G
    14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2024 • Solo
    I can't recommend this tour highly enough. I'm a solo female traveller and booked the tour with David at short notice. David went out of his way to pick me up from my hotel which Trip Advisor mentioned was out of the pick up zone when I booked. David is a true gentleman and is so knowledgeable about the local area and all the history of this beautiful place. I saw loads of lakes, villages and sights such as the Stone Circle and Grasmere Gingerbread in the 4 hour tour and it wasn't long enough. I've only booked two days in the Lake District and it's nowhere near enough time but David managed to show me so much during the short tour I booked. He was really funny and very easy to talk to and I would absolutely book another tour with him again and recommend him to anyone travelling around here. He even gave me some great recommendations for dinner and I can vouch for his recommendation at Hooked in Windemere - it was delicious and the staff were wonderful. Definitely one of the better tour operators I've ever experienced.
    Written 20 May 2024
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    Thank you for posting this super review, your recommendation and kind words. We are really pleased that we were able to provide a tour for you at such short notice.
    Written 3 June 2024
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    Lynn W
    Walnut Creek, CA6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2023 • Family
    David is a delightful and personable guide and he is passionate about sharing the beautiful Lake District with his guests. Though I’d been to the Lakes numerous times, during our four hour tour he showed us many places I’d never seen before. His story telling and history made the journey informative and charming. Four hours flew by and wished we’d have more time with him. Many thanks, David.
    Written 20 June 2023
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    Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a review. We are so glad that you were able to discover some new places here in the Lake District and learn a little about the history.
    Written 20 June 2023
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    Pam C
    Ormond Beach, Florida2,399 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our guide, and owner of Brooks Tours, David, arrived promptly at our hotel and greeted us with an enthusiastic and warm welcome to “the most beautiful area in England”, The Lakes District. We had previously emailed and discussed what we wanted to see and do. David had a wealth of information to share so we decided to book him for two mornings. He would have done an all day tour but we preferred to break it up into two half days. We wanted to “see his countryside” with some literary highlights of Wordsworth and Beatrice Potter, some country villages with their charm, and some hidden secrets that only a local would know. Although David also does extensive recreational walking and hiking tours, we chose to take just a few short walks to see the secret views and waterfalls known by David.
    We were totally impressed with the historical, social, and personal knowledge David had as he drove and shared information with us. Driving through the countryside on the narrow roads, we felt comfortable and confident moving from site to site seeing hidden gardens, glorious mansions, and hearing the history behind each place. David explained differences in geographic terms as he named the various fells (mountains and hills) and valleys.
    We stopped at charming villages to stretch our legs and popped in specialty shops for treats ( gingerbread in Grasmere is a must!). We took short walks to see exquisite views of the countryside. We turned down narrow roads to discover breathtaking gardens. Each morning was varied from the other. Time flew by so quickly. We enjoyed every minute!! At the end of each morning, David would drop us in the town of our choice after making several recommendations for lunch spots.
    Through David’s expert narrative, we came to appreciate the Lakes so much more. We plan to return next summer to spend even longer and our first call will be to David at Brooks Tours.
    Written 11 August 2022
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    Wow - thank you for your valued support and feedback. Thanks also for taking the time to write this lovely detailed review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your tour with us, and we look forward to showing you a little more of the Lake District next year.
    Written 16 August 2022
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    Gabriel Joey B
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2021 • Couples
    Our host contacted us almost immediately after we had booked to clarify our needs as well as well as outlining the pickup location and vehicle we would be using, this already helped ease our minds in regards to our day trip to the lake District, once we got there we met at the specified meeting point where we found David waiting for us in his trusty van, he immediately made us feel welcome and gave us an overview of how the day was going to be as well as asking if we had any specific places on our list and if we wanted to do any activities. David instantly gave us a historical overview of the Lake District and with every corner and attraction we passed he always had an interesting factoid for us and a witty joke in between. He always gave us ample time for pictures as well as the opportunity to walk around and experience the lake District whenever he could.

    Overall it was a great day trip thanks to David who honestly left us wanting more at the end we will definitely be back at the lake District thanks to him to continue exploring the areas he took us as well as areas that where out of our reach but he gave us information about like the many trekking paths.

    Thank you David once again for a lovely tour.

    Gabriel and Clara
    Written 15 September 2021
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    Dear Gabriel and Clara. Thank you for your marvellous review of your recent Private tour. Whenever we do a tour it is always our goal to give our clients an appetite to come back to the Lake District and see some more of this beautiful area. Thankfully we achieved this with yourselves.
    Written 16 September 2021
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    SoCalSugata
    Newbury Park, CA17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2022
    Our tour of the Lake District was nothing short of magical. David is a master storyteller and guide. David is amazing at what he does because he doesn't simply drive to locations and regurgitate facts and figures. He tells the story of the land, and the people who lived there. He asks you not just to see what is in front of you but to actually feel it. It is easy to see how much he loves this place. Shannon and I came away with many happy memories of our afternoon and a deep appreciation for the Lake District. We will definitely go back and definitely ask David to continue his story of this magical place.

    The more mundane (but very important) things he does really well: easy to communicate with, organized, flexible, very friendly demeanor, very clean van, prompt, sensitive to your comfort and needs, etc. He is well worth the cost.
    Written 16 May 2022
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    Thank you for this wonderful review. We are delighted to hear, that you had a fabulous tour in the Lake district. Not only do your kind words encourage us, but they also give future potential customers the confidence to book their Private Lake District tour with us also.
    Written 16 May 2022
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    Vanessa
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2020 • Family
    We are a family of six and we took a private tour of the Lakes with David. No regrets at all !!! We were worried about the COVID situation and this tour worked brilliant as we did not have to sit with other people.

    I would highly recommend David as he is so knowledgeable about the area, not only he drives you round to beautiful spots but gives you an insight of the history of the Lakes. He is also very accommodating and gives you time to take pictures. We had time to enjoy views, have a quick bite and make memories.

    We will be back to the Lakes and we will get in touch with David for more touring. Don’t hesitate to book this private tour it is worth every penny
    Written 29 August 2020
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    Thank you for such a lovely review. A private tour works well because you are not sharing with anyone else, you are never rushed and can stop for photo stops at your request. So glad you have been able to make some special memories.
    Written 29 August 2020
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    Sarah A
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2022
    One of my favorite experiences while traveling through England! A can't miss opportunity to explore the magic of the Lake District. David, was a fantastic and knowledgable guide who was a joy to get to know and was very accommodating. 10/10 would recommend David for any tours you need while visiting the Lake District!
    Written 24 May 2022
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    Thank you so much for your review. It was a pleasure to show you some of the hidden gems of the Lake District. We do hope that you plan to return to this beautiful part of England in the not too distant future.
    Written 26 May 2022
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    Vivent les vacances!
    Paris, France25 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2021
    Excellent tour, highly recommend it! David was very kind picking us up from the place we stayed at near Kendal, and the 4 hours flew by, with a lot of interesting facts and plenty of stops to take photos. His knowledge of the area made it all the more enjoyable and we definitely want to come back to explore more of the Lake District. Thank you David !
    Written 8 August 2021
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    Thank you for reviewing your recent 4 hour Private tour. We try wherever possible to pick our Private tour clients up from their choice of destination. Glad that we could do this for you also. I'm sure you will have some great photos, especially the magnificent waterfalls.
    Written 8 August 2021
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    Emma J
    Bristol4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2021 • Couples
    Our 4 hour private tour with David was just amazing!!!
    He is truly outstanding not only as a tour guide but he is also a marvelous and utmost knowledgeable educator full of wisdom, humour, empathy and joy. It has been a real privilege discovering the Lake District under his spell. We could not have wished for better time that unfortunately flew by at a blink of an eye.
    Written 24 September 2021
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    Many thanks for your wonderful review. Certainly the 4 hour tour does seem to go by very fast. So pleased that you thoroughly enjoyed your time here in the Lake district.
    Written 26 September 2021
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    DocMuAr
    London, UK5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2022 • Family
    We had a fantastic introduction to the Lake District with our Guide, who kept the trip enjoyable throughout. The regions beautiful sites and hidden treasures are put into historical context thanks to David’s deep knowledge of the area. The private tour allowed us to stop longer to pick up delicious Grasmere gingerbread treats, and take photos at some of the best viewing spots around. I highly reccomend him, the service received was first class.
    Written 5 May 2022
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    Thanks for the lovely review. Our tours are specially designed to get the most out of your day without feeling rushed. We are so pleased that you had a fantastic introduction to the Lake District.
    Written 6 May 2022
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