Shap Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Road to Crosby Ravensworth Passing the cemetery on the right.
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Road to Crosby Ravensworth Passing the cemetery on the right.
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Kidsty Pike from Croft Hill. Croft Hill is a little SW of Shap, between the railway and the M6
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Across the fields to the Goggleby Stone. The area around Shap has been a focus of activity since at least the late Mesolithic. T. Clare suggested a late Neolithic date based upon his excavation of the Goggleby Stone
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Brackenber Lodge, Shap
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Lakes Hotel and Spa

Lakes Hotel and Spa

5 out of 5
Kendal Road Windermere England
The price is NZ$349 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
NZ$349
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Windermere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 15 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,225 reviews)
We arrived at the hotel and were greeted by the loveliest staff! We were then kindly given an upgrade from a snug room to a superior double with lake views which absolutely made our stay! Such a king gesture. This is our 5th time visiting we try to make it at least twice a year!

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Lakes Hotel and Spa
Lakeside Hotel & Spa

Lakeside Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Newby Bridge Ulverston England
The price is NZ$289 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
NZ$289
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Ulverston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (651 reviews)
We stayed for New Year’s Eve and the staff couldn’t be more friendly and attentive! The hotel is gorgeous and the views of the lake are lovely. It’s a little bit out of the way but it’s worth it for a lovely stay. The breakfast was also really good!

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Lakeside Hotel & Spa
The Belsfield Hotel

The Belsfield Hotel

4 out of 5
Kendal Road Windermere England
The price is NZ$305 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
NZ$305
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Windermere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Lovely garden room,excellent staff,very friendly and attentive.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

The Belsfield Hotel
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Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments

Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments

4 out of 5
The Lodge, Kendal Road Windermere England
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Windermere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a health club. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews)
Had a lovely stay at this place! The space was spotless, beautifully kept, and had everything I needed for a really comfortable visit. Claire was a fantastic host — super friendly, responsive, and made everything feel easy from start to finish. The place felt cosy and welcoming, and it was clear ...

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments
Kotel Windermere

Kotel Windermere

4.5 out of 5
Lake road Windermere England
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Windermere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Windermere Jetty Museum of ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (256 reviews)
Room was amazing, clean fresh warm and inviting

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Kotel Windermere
Character Cottage with fabulous mountain views in the North Lakes District

Character Cottage with fabulous mountain views in the North Lakes District

Troutbeck England
Stay at this cottage in Penrith. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ullswater and Rookin House Activity Centre are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews)
Absolutely lovely cottage. Had phesants eating outside patio doors. Views was amazing . Alreay booked it again for later in year.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Character Cottage with fabulous mountain views in the North Lakes District
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Popular places to visit

Ullswater

Ullswater

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ullswater during your travels in Penrith. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its lively bars.

Ullswater
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Lowther Castle and Gardens

You can find out about the history of Lowther with a visit to Lowther Castle and Gardens. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Lowther Castle and Gardens
Red ruins of a Castle in the market town of Penrith. There's also a park with bandstand & cafe.

Penrith Castle

Penrith Castle is just one of the places to see in Penrith, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Penrith Castle
Aira Force waterfall after a rainy day and at its most dramatic

Aira Force

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Aira Force during your travels in Matterdale. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Aira Force
A surprising Topiary Dragon in the gardens of Dalemain, a handsome Country House in the Eden valley near Penrith. Also look out for the herd of fallow deer in the deer park and try the marmalade in the gift shop. Dalemain holds an annual marmalade fest every March.

Dalemain Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Dalemain Country Park, a lovely green space in Dacre. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Dalemain Country Park
Knocker on door with sanctuary ring

Brougham Hall

You can browse the exhibits at Brougham Hall, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Eamont Bridge. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Brougham Hall

Activities

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

NZ$134
per adult
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

NZ$137
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip
Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour

Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour

NZ$171
per adult
Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour
Penrith: Lowther Castle & Gardens Entry Ticket

Penrith: Lowther Castle & Gardens Entry Ticket

NZ$34
per adult
Penrith: Lowther Castle & Gardens Entry Ticket
Literary Lake District Visit with Interactive Travel Guide

Literary Lake District – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan

NZ$30
per traveller
Literary Lake District – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan
Mountain Biking/coaching experience in the Lake District

Mountain Biking/coaching experience in the Lake District

NZ$174
per adult
Mountain Biking/coaching experience in the Lake District
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Cities near Shap

Red ruins of a Castle in the market town of Penrith. There's also a park with bandstand & cafe.

Penrith

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