TAKE A LOOK AROUND…
The beating heart of the north, the Lake District National Park is the jewel in our crown. Camp Eden sits on the doorstep of a stunning area of natural beauty that offers an array of walks, activities and awesome attractions. Explore some of our favourite local activities below.
Please note activities are not included in your stay at Camp Eden – these are just recommendations of great things to do on our doorstep!
trails
THE ULLSWATER WAY
23 minute drive from Camp Eden
Walk around Ullswater lake on this stunning 20-mile trail.
blencathra
31 minute drive from Camp Eden
Fancy a climb? Scramble all 870 metres of the Lake’s finest peak, for extraordinary views of the Northern Fells.
Aira Force Waterfall
29 minute drive from Camp Eden
A stunning waterfall with natural trail and beautiful viewpoints.
MUSEUMS AND LANDMARKS
WORDSWORTH GRASMERE
46 minute drive from Camp Eden
Visit Wordsworth’s home of Dove Cottage, in the heart of Grasmere – the inspiration for his poetry and life.
CASTLERIGG STONE CIRCLE
33 minute drive from Camp Eden
The iconic pre-historic monument also has a fascinating Roman fort nearby, and offer stunning views especially at sunset.
LOWTHER CASTLE
5 minute drive from Camp Eden
Lowther Castle & Gardens is one of the Lake District’s most stunning visitor attractions. Explore the Castle ruins, gardens & huge adventure playground.
AMBLESIDE ROMAN FORT
42 minute drive from Camp Eden
On the shores of Lake Windermere, the well-marked remains of Ambleside Roman Fort date from the 2nd century.
BEATRIX POTTER’S HOME
58 minute drive from Camp Eden
Some 100,000 visitors per year visit this little 17th century stone house and its lovely traditional cottage garden. Hill Top was Beatrix Potter’s home and where she wrote many of her best loved books.
BLACKWELL
47 minute drive from Camp Eden
Blackwell, the Arts & Crafts house, is one of England’s most important surviving houses from the turn of the 20th century. Now a popular Windermere attraction, highlights include a program of family activities, including a children’s trail.
ON THE WATER
ULLSWATER STEAMERS
17 minute drive from Camp Eden
Ullswater ‘Steamers’ are celebrating over 160 years of operating one of the largest heritage vessel fleets in the world. Highly recommended
PADDLE BOARDING
20 minute drive from Camp Eden
Located on Ullswater in the Lake District, providing Stand Up Paddleboarding lessons, adventure tours and board hire.
WILD SWIMMING
Across the Lake District
Step into the hallowed waters of the Lake District, with wild swimming spots found across the area.
SAIL & DINE
44 minute drive from Camp Eden
A unique opportunity to experience the beauty of the English Lake District, sailing on Windermere combined with fine wines and first class food.
FAMILY ACTIVITIES
BROCKHOLE
44 minute drive from Camp Eden
Located between Windermere and Ambleside, Brockhole on Windermere is the perfect place for all the family. With a variety of outdoor (but covered) activities.
LOWTHER ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND
2 minute drive from Camp Eden
A short walk or drive from Camp Eden, ‘The Lost Castle’ is a scale replica of Lowther Castle perfect for kids to explore, climb and slide down.
CYCLE HIRE
A short walk, at Lowther
Hop in the saddle and take to the country lanes nearby and the Lowther Estate Trail with cycle hire for the family through our friends at Lowther Castle.
GO APE
45 minute drive from Camp Eden
Nationally renowned and loved Go Ape has two fantastic locations in Cumbria – the nearest location to Camp Eden is Whinlatter.
ADRENALINE JUNKIES
HONISTER VIA FERRATA
54 minute drive from Camp Eden
Using the original Miners track up the steep outer incline of Fleetwith Pike, the addition of a continuous cable makes climbing this magnificent Lake District Mountain achievable and safe for everyone.
TREE TOP TREK
37 minute drive from Camp Eden
Pick the wild card, swap the weekend sports game for a whole new challenge that is sure to test everyone with a visit to the high ropes in Cumbria.
WHINLATTER MOUNTAIN BIKING
40 minute drive from Camp Eden
A range of amazing mountain bike experiences, including the longest purpose built mountain bike trail in the Lake District and specially-designed orienteering routes.
SEGWAY SAFARI
37 minute drive from Camp Eden
Climb aboard one of our all-terrain Segways, for some unrivalled Cumbrian views. Our exclusive trails will take you to incredible vantage points where you can soak up the sights from Skiddaw to Helvellyn.