Rainy Day Activities in the Lake District

We don’t want anyone to think that it rains in the Lake District…but without the rain, there would be no lakes! So we make the most of rainy days, because there’s so much you can do while keeping warm and dry.<\/p>

Our Top 5 Picks

Here’s five of our favourites.<\/p>

Indoor Attractions

Allan Bank at Grasmere:<\/strong> Once a private home of William Wordsworth, Allan Bank is now open to the public thanks to the National Trust. It offers a unique visitor experience with a crafts room for traditional handcrafting, a relaxed study with books and newspapers, and an art room with inspiring views. Free tea in the kitchen and a welcoming, homely atmosphere make it a perfect rainy day retreat. Check the website for opening times.<\/p>\n

Heaton Cooper Studio:<\/strong> Located in the centre of Grasmere, this studio is home to three generations of Heaton Cooper family artists. Browse framed prints, artists’ materials, and gifts, or enjoy the Scandinavian-themed Mathildes café with mountain views. The archive gallery hosts exhibitions, including the upcoming 'Mountain of Destiny' photography show. Free entry.<\/p>\n

Grayson Perry at Abbott Hall Gallery:<\/strong> From November 9, explore Grayson Perry’s exhibition 'Julie Cope's Grand Tour: The Story of a Life' at Kendal’s Abbott Hall. The show features tapestries, a graphic installation, and an audio ballad, all telling the story of a fictional Essex everywoman. A must-see for art lovers.<\/p>