The Lake District
The spectacular Lake District is considered by many to be the jewel in England’s crown, offering the country’s highest mountains, most stunning scenery, and loveliest countryside. Above all, it is a place to seek out active enjoyment; to walk, climb on the mountains, to sail and fish on the lakes. The National Trust protects about a quarter of the Lake District, including the central fell area, the major valley heads, and six of the main lakes and much of their shoreline. Among the National Trust’s historic properties are two houses of immense literary heritage. The Georgian Wordsworth House in Cockermouth is the birthplace of the poet William Wordsworth, and Hill Top, a petite 17th-century house, in the hamlet of Near Sawrey, is where Beatrix Potter wrote many of her children’s stories.

Sizergh Castle
Sizergh Castle stands at the gateway to the Lake District, set amongst 1600 acres of limestone countryside. The Castle’s garden with pond, a lake, limestone rock garden, herbaceous borders and kitchen garden make it a delight throughout the seasons.

Enjoy the many walks across the estate with panoramic views over Morecambe Bay and the Lakeland fells. Walk on Scout Scar, a spectacular limestone pavement

Sizergh Castle has many tales to tell, showing centuries-old portraits, fine furniture and ceramics collections alongside modern day family photos. Visit our contemporary café selling local, seasonal produce and our shop selling gifts and plants. The Strickland Arms has a great menu too and Low Sizergh Barn, the award winning farm shop, is not to be missed. Levens Hall and Garden is just 3 miles away.

Holeslack is a great base for exploring South Lakeland, either on foot, bike or by car.

National Trust places nearby: Arnside and Silverdale, Fell Foot Park, Townend. Shop and pub: pub 15 minutes walk away, Kendal. Tea-room/café/restaurant: café at Sizergh Castle, restaurants in Keswick. Beach: 20 minutes drive away. Other attractions: shopping, castle and Brewery Arts Centre in Kendal, Mountain Festival in November. Activities: walking, fishing, pony trekking, cycling.

Ordnance Survey Landranger Map 97