Scales Travel Guide
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Lakes Hotel and Spa
5/5. The staff were so friendly and gave us a room upgrade and the room and spa were amazing. I will definitely be going back here.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
The whole experience was exceptional from the friendly staff to excellent facilities.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Lakeside Hotel & Spa
Good service and lovely room - we received an unexpected upgrade to a better appointed room plus a free pancake on Shrove Tuesday.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Pine Lake Resort
2nd visit, just as good as it was first time. Excellent.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Thurnham Hall Resort
Excellent place .. 1st class. I will be going again , but for longer next time.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Kotel Windermere
Room was amazing, clean fresh warm and inviting
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit

Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway
Sit in the front compartment and learn to operate this steam train, while capturing photos of the delightful Lake District scenery.

Fell Foot Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fell Foot Park, a lovely green space in Staveley-in-Cartmel. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Lakeland Motor Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Lakeland Motor Museum during your trip to Backbarrow. Visit the spas and lively bars in this walkable area.

Lakes Aqaurium
Combine your visit to this innovative and diverse aquarium with a steam train journey and a cruise on the picturesque lake.
Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre
Learn about the local history of Ulverston when you spend time at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing
Explore the waterfront in Lakeside with a trip to Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Activities

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

Windermere, Lancaster & Lake District from Manchester

Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour

Literary Lake District – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan



