Cartmel

Cartmel is a village in Cumbria, England, 2.2 miles north-west of Grange-over-Sands and close to the River Eea. The village was once known as Kirkby in Cartmel, as it was the location of the church for the large parish of Cartmel. A pretty village reached from The Engine by a pleasant 2 mile woodland walk or 5 minutes by car.

Holker Hall & Gardens

Holker Hall is the home of the Cavendish family who welcome visitors of all ages to one of the best-loved stately homes in Britain. Magnificently situated on the outskirts of Cark and a short walking distance from The Engine Inn. Holker Hall is set in exceptionally beautiful countryside with gardens that merge into Parkland framed by the Lakeland Hills.

Roudsea Wood and Mosses National Nature Reserve

Roudsea Wood and Mosses NNR is a complex site comprising four main habitats: coastal saltmarsh, acid woodland, limestone woodland and lowland raised mire; plus the transitional zones between these habitats. The nature reserve is part of Cumbria’s programme of re-introducing Ospreys to the area, and these majestic birds of prey can often be seen here.

Cartmel Priory

Cartmel Priory church serves as the parish church of Cartmel, Cumbria (formerly in Lancashire). The priory was founded in 1190 by William Marshal, created 1st Earl of Pembroke, intended for the Augustinian Canons and dedicated to Saint Mary the Virgin and Saint Michael. The Priory escaped Henry VIII’s Dissolution of the Monasteries merely because it was then, as now, also the Parish Church.

LAKELAND MOTOR MUSEUM

Explore the fascinating collection of over 30,000 exhibits that trace the development of road transport throughout the twentieth century – cycles, motorbikes, motor cars and automobilia.

Lakeside & Haverthwaite Steam Railway

At Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway travel back in time when you climb aboard. A distant memory of bygone years for some and new experience for others, it’s a unique day out for all. At Lakeside, you can alight from the train, and board a cruise on Windermere to Ambleside or Bowness with….

Windermere Lake Cruise

No matter where you start your journey, be it Ambleside, Bowness, Brockhole or Lakeside Pier, you’ll be treated to stunning views of mountain scenery, secluded bays and the many wooded islands.

LAKE DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK

Ambleside, Windermere and Coniston are all within a short drive, as are Hawkeshead and Beatrix Potter’s farm at Hill Top. For the more adventurous, the Lakeland Fells await….

Lakeland Miniature Village and Oriental Garden, Flookburgh

Over 100 buildings lovingly crafted from local Coniston slate by Edward Robinson using hand tools only. Begun in 1992, the ‘village’ continues to expand each year. There is also an indoor model railway.