Enjoy a break from concrete and cities at Tarn Hows. This is an ideal place to fill your lungs with fresh air, slow down and simply delight in the scenery.

To explore this body of water, head to Ambleside. You'll find lots of other worthwhile attractions in this area, such as Lake Windermere, Coniston Water, and Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water.

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GO2 Lancaster Centre Hotel by OYO

$1,021

per person

Sep 29 - Oct 5

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Roundtrip flight included

Cleveland (CLE) to Manchester (MAN)

8.2/10 Very Good! (314 reviews)

Clean , good value, & central location.Only negative is bath mat needed a wash or renewal as black around the edges. Also ko hairdryer.

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Thurnham Hall Resort

$1,185

per person

Sep 29 - Oct 5

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Roundtrip flight included

Cleveland (CLE) to Manchester (MAN)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,041 reviews)

Lovely country vibe and very peaceful. Incredible for a getaway and great location. Staff was really friendly and communicative throughout my stay. Room was clean and modern and had everything you needed!

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort

$2,215

per person

Sep 29 - Oct 5

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Cleveland (CLE) to Manchester (MAN)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (546 reviews)

Outstanding as always 👌

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Manchester: Lake District Tour with Lake Cruise & Train Ride

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Private & custom tours

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Ten Lakes Tour - Full Day - Up to 4 People

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Cruises & boat tours

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MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

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Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool

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Popular places to visit

Church of St Mary

Enjoy the serene ambiance in this charming lakeside church, peruse the intricate stained-glass windows and learn about medieval traditions.

Not a very old castle, only built in 1840 and now owned by the national trust. The castle overlooks Windermere.

Wray Castle

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Wray Castle in Ambleside. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Ambleside showing a lake or waterhole and boating

Ambleside Pier

Enjoy views of England’s largest lake, cruise the waters on a steamer and by rowboat and ride a horse-drawn carriage into a historic village.

Lake District Visitor Centre at Brockhole showing heritage elements, a house and a garden

Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre

4/5(6 reviews)

Traverse the largest lake in England and relish the relaxed atmosphere at this base equipped with rental equipment and activities for the family.

Old Man of Coniston

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Old Man of Coniston, a lovely green space in Coniston. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.