Ideally located to connect with the Lake steamers that run from Bowness Bay, shopping trips to Kendal and within no more than an hour from some of the most famous and challenging Lakeland fell walks.

Just ten minutes away on foot from Broad Leys is Blackwell, a superb example of Arts and Crafts architecture by H. Baillie Scott, The house has been beautifuuly restored and open to the public as a gallery and informal restaurant Read More

For those who wish to enjoy the beauty of the scenery on foot there are many walks directly from Broad Leys to suit the most casual walker. The immediate area also offers numerous mountain biking or cycle routes.

Places to visit of special interest are within an easy driving distance including Wordsworth’s homes at Dove Cottage and Rydal Mount, Beatrix Potters Hill Top Farm and the beautiful gardens of Levens and Holker Halls.

Details of places to visit and local attractions are available at Broad Leys some examples of which are:-

Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway - Catch a steam train and experience the Victorian travel style

Aquarium of the Lakes - A journey of discovery from the mountains to the sea for both adults and children particularly on a rainy day accusable by Lake steamer from Bowness

Windermere Lake Cruises - Tour Lake Windermere by boat. Boats depart from Bowness, Lakeside and Ambleside which means you can travel the whole length of the Lake without facing the road traffic
There are several local coach tour operators who operate all over the Lake District combining local knowledge, style, comfort and modern luxury motor vehicles.

Go Ape at Grizedale forest - A fun day out for the whole family 9Age limits prevail)climbing through 70ft trees on a real adventure.

For the more adventurous there are many other activities that can be arranged, Sailing course on 30 ft sailing cruisers, shooting and golf.

Guests at Broad Leys also have access to the Spa at the Old England Hotel at discounted rates. Please ask our managers to arrange a visit Read more

Broad Leys has its own Tennis Court set on the side of the Lake in seven acres of gardens

Dove Cottage
Beatrix Potter “Hilltop”
The Beatrix Potter Museum & Exhibition
The Laurel and Hardy museum
The Steam Boat Museum
Sizergh Castle and Gardens
Holker Hall and Gardens
Brantwood