Northern Lakes in Cumbria

Bassenthwaite Lake and village of the same name is situated just north west of Keswick in the Northern Lakes. The magnificent Skiddaw can be seen rising to the east and Grisedale Pike to the south west.

• Cottages in Bassenthwaite Lake Area in the Lake District

The steep sided Borrowdale Valley extends some 10 miles from its source high in the Scafell Mountains down to the shores of Derwent Water close to Keswick.

• Cottages in Borrowdale and Buttermere in Cumbria

Located high in the Northern Lakes on the northern fringe of the Lake District National Park lie the ancient fell villages of Caldbeck, Hesket Newmarket and Uldale.

• Cottages in Caldbeck Fells in Cumbria

Keswick is overlooked by spectacular scenery including the towering Skiddaw and Lonscale Fell to the north and Derwentwater a stones throw away to the south, in the heart of the Northern Lakes.

• Cottages in Keswick Area in the Lake District

Threlkeld and St. Johns in the Vale are just to the east of Keswick in the Northern Lakes. The steep sided Blencathra looms over Threlkeld village, a popular starting point for walking the mountain.

• Cottages in St Johns in The Vale and Threlkeld in the Lake District

Thornthwaite and Braithwaite are situated in between Bassenthwaite Lake and Derwentwater in the Northern Lakes.

• Cottages in Thornthwaite & Braithwaite

Ullswater is the Lake District's second largest lake at 9 miles long. Located in the eastern side of Cumbria, it bends and twists its way through dramatic mountain scenery.

• Cottages in Ullswater Area

A day out at Tullie House in Carlisle is a great day out and suitable for all ages. This Grade I listed building with a contemporary extension is full of history.

• Read more about Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery

Hidden behind Skiddaw away from the busier part of the Lake District, is the beautiful village of Caldbeck.

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Lowther Castle is situated near Penrith, on the northern edge of the Lake District National Park. The castle ruins are scattered around the 130 acres of rural gardens.

• Read more about Lowther Castle and Gardens

Built in 1092, Carlisle Castle is situated on the edge of the city centre with the River Eden running alongside. It is home to the famous ruins of Queen Mary's Tower.

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This ancient house surrounded by medieval forest is a secret gem to visit during the summer, with this private residence containing collections of furniture, art and tapestry.

• Read more about Hutton in the Forest

Dalemain Historic House and Gardens is situated not far from Lake Ullswater on the north side towards Penrith. `Manor of the Valley' is the meaning of the name `Dalemain' and it describes the settlement brilliantly.

• Read more about Dalemain Historic House and Gardens

Located in the heart of Ambleside is this wonderful restaurant known as The Glass House with its suberb glass front, allowing you to soak up in the amazing lighting over the amazing architecture and artefacts whilst enjoying your food made from local produce.