South Lakeland District

England

View over south end of Lake Windermere in The Lake District, Cum
A coastal town with a marina, green fields, and a river.
A lake surrounded by hills, a small village, and autumn-colored trees.
South Lakeland District
South Lakeland District

Popular cities in South Lakeland District

Windermere
Windermere
Known for Lakes, Spas and Ferries and boats
Ride a boat around the islands of this scenic lake and visit the charming villages where some of England’s greatest writers lived.

Reasons to visit

  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre
  • Limefitt Park
  • World of Beatrix Potter
Ambleside
Ambleside
Known for Lakes, Spas and Walking
This picturesque English town is an ideal base for exploring Lake Windermere and the spectacular Lake District National Park.

Reasons to visit

  • Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
  • Ambleside Pier
  • Rydal Mount
A viaduct over a valley with a person standing in the foreground.
Carnforth
Known for Lakes, Family-friendly and Relaxing
Explore relaxing Carnforth: its lake views, sledding, countryside, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • The Ingleton Waterfalls Trail
  • Ribblehead Viaduct
  • Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve
Seals resting on a pebbly beach.
Ulverston
Known for Bars, Lakes and Spas
Trip time! Discover the lake views, spas, and jazz in secluded Ulverston.

Reasons to visit

  • Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway
  • Lakeland Motor Museum
  • Fell Foot Park
Aerial view of Kendal in Lake District, a region and national park in Cumbria in northwest England
Kendal
Known for Friendly people, Lakes and Bars
Explore Kendal: its lake views, bars, rock climbing, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Lyth Valley
  • Sizergh Castle
A sandy beach with water channels and a building in the background.
Grange-over-Sands
Known for Bars, Lakes and Small town
Experience upscale Grange-over-Sands: its countryside, lake views, bars, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Cartmel Racecourse