Holiday cottages in Cumbria, Cumbria
Plan Your Cumbria Luxury Escape
Everything your group needs for a brilliant Cumbria break — live weather, tide times, days out, walks, pubs & restaurants, beaches, EV charging, shops and how to get around Cumbria.
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Local Weather
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Planning a holiday in Cumbria? Keep an eye on the local forecast before you set off. Whether you're heading for the Cumbria coast or exploring inland, here's the weather and a five-day outlook to help you make the most of your stay.
18°
Partly cloudyWind 7 km/h · feels seasonal
Today
20° 13°
Fri
17° 10°
Sat
17° 12°
Sun
17° 11°
Mon
16° 10°
Days Out Nearby
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From historic castles to family attractions and nature reserves, Cumbria is packed with brilliant days out. These are real places to visit near your Cumbria holiday cottage.
Roman Fort
Attraction · Mungrisdale
A66;A594, Mungrisdale, CA11 0ST, United Kingdom
Roman Camp
Attraction · Mungrisdale
A66;A594, Mungrisdale, CA11 0ST, United Kingdom
Herdwick Stone - Tyan
Landmark · Watermillock
A592, Watermillock, CA11 0JW, United Kingdom
Herdwick Stone - Yan
Landmark · Dockray
A592, Dockray, United Kingdom
Herdwick Stone - Tethera
Landmark · Watermillock
A592, Watermillock, CA11 0JW, United Kingdom
Aira Force
Park / garden · Dockray
Dockray, CA11 0JS, United Kingdom
wold Crag Lead Mine
Attraction · Dockray
Old Coach Road, Dockray, United Kingdom
Lyulph's Tower
Attraction · Dockray
A592, Dockray, CA11 0JS, United Kingdom
Mungrisdale Field Boulder Fold
Landmark · Mungrisdale
A66, Mungrisdale, CA11 0SY, United Kingdom
Walking Routes
OSM Overpass
There's no better way to explore Cumbria than on foot. From gentle coastal strolls to woodland trails, these are real waymarked footpaths and named routes near your cottage.
Coast to Coast Walk (St Bees to Shap)
National trail
Trail
Great Wood Walk, North Lakes Outdoors
Local route · A walk round Great Wood, a protected and internationally significant ancient Atlantic oak woodland. Spot lichens, fungi and red squirrels from waymarked walks.
2.6 km
Octavia Hill walk at Brandelhow Park, Derwent Water, North Lakes Outdoors
Local route · An easy lakeside amble along the quiet side of Derwent Water, leading you on a circular route through the tranquil parkland at Brandelhow, birthplace of the National Trust in the Lake District. Low-level lakeside and woodland paths.
5.8 km
Rosthwaite Round, Fells, Tarn and Beck Walk, North Lakes Outdoors
Local route · This favourite walk of National Trust rangers will take you to a Borrowdale gem, the hamlet of Watendlath. Along the way, you'll discover oak woodland, two tarns (mountain ponds) and stunning Lakeland views.
8.4 km
Cumbria Way
Regional route
118 km
Lady Anne's Way
Regional route · The route was inspired by the indomitable Lady Anne Clifford, who owned vast estates in the old county of Westmorland during the seventeenth century. The route is in the area she traveled and highlights a several castles she renovated.
160 km
Accessible walk to Broomhill Point, North Lakes Outdoors
Local route · A stile-free out & back along Derwent Water to Broomhill Point. Views of Cat Bells & Causey Pike. Choice at Strandshag bay; a smooth compact surface or nearer the lake with boulders, tree roots & mud. One 16% gradient on bumpy surface & 2m wide boardwalk
6.2 km
Aira Force and Gowbarrow Park Trail, Ullswater Valley
Local route · Experience Aira Force at its best as you head towards the waterfalls. Pass through woodland with lush green ferns & evergreens and emerge from the confines of the gorge to enjoy expansive views over Ullswater from the summit of Gowbarrow.
7.2 km
Aira Force Glencoyne Farm Trail, Ullswater Valley
Local route · Glencoyne is one of the largest tenanted hill farms in the Lake District. Pass through Grade II listed buildings, industrial artifacts, fells, grazing livestock, rich woodland where red squirrels are seen & views of Ullswater. Steep, gravel & boggy.
4.8 km
Aira Force to Glencoyne Trail, Ullswater Valley
Local route · A linear route from Aira Force to Glencoyne along the edge of Ullswater with views of the lake & fells. Blue Badge parking & a disabled toilet at the trail head. Includes up & downhill paths, steep climbs, steps & drop offs. Path narrows to 70cm.
1.9 km
Allerdale Ramble
Waymarked route
Trail
Castle Head Viewpoint, North Lakes Outdoors
Local route · A short linear walk to Castle Head. Views of Derwent Water.
2.1 km
EV Charging Points
Open Charge Map
Travelling to Cumbria in an electric vehicle? Many of our cottages offer EV charging, and there's a growing network of public chargers across the county. These are real charging points near your Cumbria stay.
Whitbarrow Village
8 points · up to 7 kW
Penrith , CA11 0XB
Standard
Another Place
1 point · up to 22 kW
CA11 0LP
Fast
Horse & Farrier
2 points · up to 22 kW
Keswick, CA12 4SQ
Fast
Northern Office
2 points · up to 7 kW
Threkeld, CA12 4TT
Standard
In the Vale
1 point · up to 7 kW
Keswick, CA12 4TT
Standard
The Inn on the Lake
2 points · up to 22 kW
Penrith, CA11 0PE
Fast
Glenridding Car Park
4 points · up to 7 kW
Ullswater, CA11 0PD
Standard
Ullswater Guest House
1 point
Penrith, CA10 2NN
Standard
Ullswater Steamers
2 points · up to 7 kW
Glenridding, CA11 0US
Standard
Low Briary Holiday Village
2 points · up to 7 kW
Keswick, CA12 4LP
Standard
Westmorland Rheged Centre Services
15 points · up to 250 kW
Penrith, CA11 0DQ
Rapid
Keswick Convention Centre
4 points · up to 22 kW
Keswick, CA12 5NP
Fast
Getting Around
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Getting to and around Cumbria is easy once you know your options. From the nearest railway stations to local buses, here's how to reach your Cumbria holiday cottage and explore the area.
Threlkeld Quarry Station Station
Nearest railway station
6.6 km
Threlkeld Quarry Station
Nearest railway station
6.6 km
Penrith (North Lakes) Station
Nearest railway station
12.9 km
Pubs & Restaurants
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Whether you're after a proper country pub or a good meal out, Cumbria has plenty to offer. These are real venues near your cottage.
The Quiet Bar
Watermillock
Pub
Whitbarrow Hall Caravan Park Bar
Berrier
Pub
Aira Force Tearooms
Dockray
Café
Brackenrigg Inn
Watermillock
Pub
Lowther Barn Tea Room
Dockray
Café
Supermarkets & Shops
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Stocking up for your stay in Cumbria? Here are the nearest supermarkets and convenience stores to your cottage.
Setmabanning Farm Shop
St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn CA12 4TU
Shop
Waterfoot Caravan Park Shop
Pooley Bridge CA11 0JF
Shop
Waterside House Camp Site Shop
Dacre CA10 2NS
Shop
Greystoke Stores
Penrith CA11 0TW
Shop
Pooley Bridge Village Stores
Penrith CA10 2NP
Shop
Park Foot Mini Market
Penrith CA10 2NA
Shop
R&R The Corner Shop
Patterdale CA11 0PA
Shop
Glenridding Mini Market
Patterdale CA11 0PA
Shop
Hillcroft Caravan Park Shop
Pooley Bridge CA10 2LT
Shop
Campsite Shop
St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn CA12 4TE
Shop
Useful Info
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Good to know before your stay in Cumbria — nearest hospitals and A&E departments.
Mary Hewetson Cottage Hospital
Keswick
12.8 km