Things to do in Grizdale Beck, Cumbria

We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Grizdale Beck, Cumbria.

History and Heritage in Grizdale Beck

Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.

History and heritage within 10 miles of Grizdale Beck.

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Stott Park Bobbin Mill | English Heritage
Stott Park Bobbin Mill | English Heritage
Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere in Cumbria, this extensive working mill produced literally millions of wooden bobbins vital to the Lancashire spinning and weaving industries.
Ambleside Roman Fort | English Heritage
Ambleside Roman Fort | English Heritage
The well-marked remains of a 2nd-century fort with large granaries, probably built under Hadrian's rule to guard the Roman road from Brougham to Ravenglass and act as a supply base.
Hardknott Roman Fort | English Heritage
Hardknott Roman Fort | English Heritage
This remote and dramatically-sited fort was founded under Hadrian's rule in the 2nd century.Well-marked remains include the headquarters building, commandant's house and bath house.

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The Great Outdoors in Grizdale Beck

Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.

The great outdoors within 10 miles of Grizdale Beck.

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Barkbooth Lot | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Barkbooth Lot | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Rough fell, grassland, wetland and wooded areas provide a diverse habitat where dragonflies, damselflies and the rare high brown fritillary butterfly abound.
Lowick Common | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Lowick Common | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
A lowland of heath, grassland and fen areas which are home to a range of specialist species. It's dotted with ponds containing the rare medicinal leech. The view from the top of the beacon towards the south of the nature reserve is particularly spectacular.
Howe Ridding Wood | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Howe Ridding Wood | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Ancient woodland with exceptionally rich and interesting range of flowering plants. Coppice management benefits several species of butterfly and part of the nature reserve is a traditional orchard with Westmorland damson and apple trees.
Whitbarrow - Hervey Memorial Reserve | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Whitbarrow - Hervey Memorial Reserve | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
With stunning views of the Cumbrian fells and Morecambe Bay, this is a great place to walk and explore. Rich in wildflowers and butterflies.
Nichols Moss | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Nichols Moss | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Colourful sphagnum moss, sundew and other plants create a carpet on the surface of this raised mire. Large heath butterflies, dragonflies and bog bush-cricket can be found.
Latterbarrow | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Latterbarrow | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
This small reserve, a mix of grassland, woodland and scrub has a surprising variety of plant species. It is a haven for insect life.
Next Ness | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Next Ness | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
A small undisturbed area of wet woodlandand, a haven for birds.
Dorothy Farrer's Spring Wood | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Dorothy Farrer's Spring Wood | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
This upland oak woodland is rich in mosses, ferns and liverworts. Bluebells and wild garlic carpet the wood in the spring and both pied and spotted flycatchers and redstarts are seen.
Meathop Moss | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Meathop Moss | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Sphagnum, sundew and other unusual plants create a colourful carpet on this raised mire. Rich in invertebrate life myriads of butterflies, moths, dragonflies and damselflies are seen.
Foulshaw Moss | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Foulshaw Moss | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Ospreys use Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve as a nesting site. To visit, for free, see the directions below. Scroll down to take a virtual tour of Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve.
Brown Robin | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Brown Robin | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Typical limestone woodland with magnificent display of spring flowers interspersed with species rich grassland. Wax cap fungi and yellow meadow ants are found here. Great views over the Kent estuary.

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The Arts in Grizdale Beck

Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.

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Lakeland Motor Museum
Lakeland Motor Museum
Lakeland Motor Museum has a unique collection of 30,000 exhibits including classic cars, motorcycles, scooters and bicycles. Open all year.
Windermere Jetty
Windermere Jetty
Plan the perfect Lake District day out. Be inspired by the lake and dip into the stories of the boats, people and history of Windermere.
Lakes Art Gallery
Lakes Art Gallery
Original paintings and limited edition prints by over 30 artists.
Laurel and Hardy Museum
Laurel and Hardy Museum
The world famous Laurel and Hardy Museum devoted to Stan and Ollie in Ulverston, Cumbria the birthplace of Stan Laurel. Find out more and book your visit.
Sir John Barrow Cottage
Sir John Barrow Cottage
This is the website for the Sir John Barrow Cottage museum, in Ulverston, Cumbria.

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Sport in Grizdale Beck

Get active with a variety of sports, from local clubs to adrenaline-filled outdoor adventures.

Sport within 10 miles of Grizdale Beck.

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Bigland Hall Riding Centre
Bigland Hall Riding Centre
Join us in a new approach to learning with horses at Harness Change. We offer everything from horse riding for all abilities including high-level dressage coaching, events for business groups, team building, alternative education, personal well-being support, and much more.

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Exploring further afield?

Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.

Grizdale Beck Grizedale Grizedale Forest Force Mills Satterthwaite Thwaite Head Force Forge Near Sawrey Far Sawrey Coniston Water Roger Ground Haws Bank Hawkshead Hill Crosslands Rusland High Cunsey Hawkshead Town End Colthouse Ickenthwaite Cat Bank Coniston Bowmanstead High Water Head Gillbank Torver Scar Head Far End Knipe Fold Rushland Cross Outgate Storrs High Nibthwaite High Wray Belle Isle Water Yeat Ferney Green Bowness-On-Windermere Ludderburn Oxen Park Finsthwaite Bandrake Head Hartbarrow Blawith Crake Lakeside Trout Beck Colton Winster Heathwaite

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