Explore activities in the Lake District and at the Swan

Here at the Swan, we’re so much more than a place to sleep. We’re family friendly for a start, and for that reason, it’s important to us that every member of the family feels at home when they visit - including the pooch!

We’re based in one of the most beautiful parts of the country and we want to show that off – our grounds are home to a whole host of exciting activities for the family to enjoy on a short break to the Lake District. Our adventure play park is perfect for little ones to let their imaginations run wild, and our nature trail is the ideal opportunity to get the whole family experiencing the great outdoors. Please note the adventure play park has a temporary access issue due to the ongoing building work, but your little ones will still be able to visit it to their heart's content!

If you want to get out and about for the day then let us know and we'll make sure you have a packed lunch!

We have listed below some of our favourite things to do in the Lakes, although we recommend that you please check in advance to see what activities are currently available.

A visit to the Lake District wouldn’t be complete without a ride on a world-famous Cumbrian steam train. The Lakeside and Haverthwaite railway runs right past us, with the starting point of Haverthwaite station just a five-minute drive from the hotel. Here you can soak up the atmosphere of a working steam station before hopping into a comfortable carriage for a leisurely journey.

The voyage takes you via the beautiful lake and river scenes of the Leven Valley, right to the most southern tip of Lake Windermere. You can also buy a combined ticket, which includes a cruise across the lake. And the best bit? There’s a great tea room at the end of the line (take our word for it!).

Swing around in the trees. Great fun for those with a sense of adventure. 

A small family friendly race course in the pretty village of Cartmel. Races run throughout the summer and are a great family day out.

Regarded as one of the finest courses in Cumbria, Windermere Golf Club is unique with the most incredible scenery. Great fore all levels and abilities.