Vivat Trust | The Vivat Properties

Vivat Trust | The Vivat Properties: "Church Brow Cottage was designed as a summer retreat for Abbots Brow House circa 1830. Perched on a steep bank of the River Lune the cottage commands a spectacular view across the valley, which John Ruskin described as 'one of the loveliest scenes in England, therefore the world' in 1875. Built in the Romantic Gothic style, this late Georgian garden pavilion with its pretty arched windows fulfils the notions of the rural idyll made popular in the mid-eighteenth century by the utopian novels of Jean Jacques Rousseau. Church Brow Cottage has timeless qualities and makes an enchanting holiday destination. The property whilst outside the Lake District is still in a wonderful part of Cumbria and therefore still noteworthy.

Vivat Trust | The Vivat Properties

The Vivat trust own a number of highly unusual and impressive buildings which are available to rent. They include a couple in Cumbria. Thistlewood Tower sits on the west bank of the river Roe in rolling countryside on the northern fringe of the English Lake District. The Grade 1 listed building comprises a 14th century Tower house with an additional hall block dating from the 16th century. There is also a one bedroom byre that provides additional accommodation."

Wordsworth's Lake District: Wordsworth House - William's childhood home

Wordsworth's Lake District: Wordsworth House - William's childhood home: "Step back in time, to begin to imagine life during the childhood of poet William Wordsworth. Experience a living, working Georgian Townhouse with working 18th Century kitchen. · Meet some of the Wordsworth household and find out what life was like for the maid, the man servant and the clerk; · Enjoy the sights and sounds of a working 18th Century kitchen and learn about how they cooked their home grown produce · Explore the newly restored garden where William and Dorothy loved to play; · Join in the hands-on activities or just watch from a distance and stroll around in your own time; · Hear about the gossip and goings-on of a Cumbria market town of the 1770s. Wordsworth House was the birthplace of Wordsworth. He was born on the 7th April 1770 and lived in Cockermouth with his sister Dorothy until the death of his mother in 1778. Wordsworth House has undergone a major project to recreate William's Childhood Home. The result is a realistic, Georgian household, in which visitors can experience the sights, sounds and smells of how life was lived in William and Dorothy's day, and what inspired their creativity here, giving a real flavour of life in 18th Century Cockermouth - warts and all. There will be a number of characters in costume at the House every day: a selection from the maid, the nurse, the man servant and the clerk. Replica toys, furniture and furnishings have been created for you to enjoy."

Hayes Gardenworld

Set amidst breathtaking Lakeland scenery at Ambleside and also on the northern outskirts of Leeds, our family run business is an attraction for all seasons. Renowned for an extensive range of quality gardening and leisure products, Hayes have been providing the highest standards of service and value for over 200 years. More than just a garden centre, Hayes Garden World attracts in excess of a million visitors a year, with exciting new ideas and imaginative displays to enthuse the keenest gardener and shopping enthusiast alike. Whatever your interest our expert staff are always on hand with a wealth of tips and advice.

Ruskin Museum, Coniston, Cumbria

Ruskin Museum, Coniston, Cumbria: "There has been a Ruskin Museum in Coniston since 1901, when W.G. Collingwood, a local artist and antiquarian who had been Ruskin's secretary, set it up both as a memorial to Ruskin and a celebration of the area's heritage. Therefore, although the museum has a Ruskin collection, there are also exhibits relating to the coppermines, slate, geology, lace, farming and Donald Campbell. The museum was extended in 1999 with the help of a Heritage Lottery grant; additional building with modern design-work, computer displays, and hands-on exhibits have transformed the look of the two galleries. "

coniston launch ferry cruise swallows campbell

coniston launch ferry cruise swallows campbell: "Coniston Launch runs an hourly ferry and cruise service around the northern half of Coniston Water, calling at Coniston Boatlandings, Waterhead Hotel, Monk Coniston, Torver and Brantwood. If you want to view our route just have a look at the map of the lake"

Loanthwaite Bed and Breakfast

Loanthwaite Bed and Breakfast: "These working Lakeland farms will give you a real taste of rural life. Located just outside Hawkshead the farms make an ideal place to tour the Lake District. With the highest Lakeland Fells within easy reach and the fact you can pick up walks from the farm gates the locations is perfect for all levels of walkers and climbers."

High Head Sculpture Valley: Sculpture Park Carlisle

High Head Sculpture Valley: Sculpture Park is close to the Lake District in The Eden Valley. Featuring life sized sculptures in a natural wooded valley created from wood, stone, iron and bronze. Interact with inspirational works of art displayed imaginatively amidst the Cumbrian scenery. Meet Jonathan Stamper on site, creator of the scultptures who work is seen both locally and across the globe. A changing exhibition of traditional and contemporary sculptures, photography and paintings can be enjoyed in the gallery. Visitors can just come to enjoy the fine selection of food and drink at the cafe too. High Head is the perfect accompaniment to a visit to Hutton in the Forest.