Stately Homes in the Lake District

Brantwood Brantwood is the former home of Conison's most famous resident John Ruskin and forms part of a great day out that includes the Ruskin Museum plus a trip on the Gondola and afternoon tea in Jumping Jenny's cafe within the grounds of the house. The view from the various terraces at Brantwood is arguably one of the best in the Lakes, taking in Coniston Old Man and a large sweep of the lake itself. Between 10th March 2008 and 16 th November 2008 Brantwood is open daily 11am until 5.30pm.... more

Mirehouse Keswick Mirehouse is a family run historic house open to visitors to enjoy its strong literary connections, live piano music and children's activities. Its grounds which stretch from Dodd Wood to Bassenthwaite Lake include four woodland playgrounds and a heather maze for children and grown ups alike to enjoy in all weathers. Set in the heart of the North Lake District, three miles from Keswick, its other attractions include the poetry walk, rhododendron tunnel and bee garden. The Old...... more

Townend Dating from the 17th century, Townend is a classic Lake District home of the kind that would have belonged to the upper echelons financially and socially speaking. These days it is in the capable hands of the National Trust who have preserved much of the original hand carved furniture and artifacts. Townend lies in the village of Troutbeck, and the house is set up on the hillside with the massive chimneys typical of the area. Townend also has interesting...... more

Swarthmoor Hall Swarthmoor Hall is located just outside the market town of Ulverston and is open for guided tours. In addition to being an important location for the Quaker movement, the hall also offers b&b and self catering accommodation. Conference rooms are available to hire, catering for groups of 6 to 35 people.  ... more

Muncaster Castle Muncaster Castle offers beautiful Gardens an Owl Centre and an 800 year old haunted castle to explore. Situated on the western coast of the Lake District Muncaster Castle will hold a Festival of Fools in May.... more

Dalemain historic house and gardens Dating back to Tudor times and owned by the same family since 1679 Dalemain historic house is near to Ullswater and has a tearoom,giftshop and extensive gardens.... more

Holker Hall And Gardens The 2003 Cumbria family attraction of the year, Holker Hall provides three attractions at one site - The hall itself, the magnificent gardens, and the Lakeland Motor museum. With the hall having origins going back to the early sixteenth century, and remaining in the same family line, this is a place steeped in history which the present owners lord and Lady cavendish open to the public each year.... more

Graythwaite Hall Gardens Graythwaite Hall Gardens were designed by Thomas Mawson in 1896.  Graythwaite is a garden combining the formal and informal.It is essentially a Spring garden settled in a wooded valley of twelve acres exhibiting an extensive collection of rhododendrons and azaleas. Visitors can explore the paths through lawns and woodland in this "haven of peace".... more