If you had something less strenuous in mind there are numerous local attractions to visit, not to mention lots of lovely shops for retail therapy. Some of England's most famous writers made the Lake District their home; William Wordsworth at Grasmere, John Ruskin at Coniston, Beatrix Potter at Hawkshead. You can visit their houses and many other historic buildings such as Levens Hall and Holker Hall which are famous for their beautiful gardens.

And for messing about in boats there is no better place than Lake Windermere. The Lake is just a short walk away from Denehurst and offers everything from rowing boats to jazz dinner cruises. The lakes at Coniston and Ullswater are just a short drive away.


Our guests have access to the private leisure facilities free of charge at the Windermere Manor Hotel. The facilities are operated by the Charity "Action For The Blind" Guests can use the indoor heated pool, sauna and gym aswell as the bar and restaurant which overlook the lake.

All this activity will give you an appetite and we can offer recommendations on where to eat and drink (we've done a lot of market research here!) and can make reservations for you.