Things to do in Thwaite Head, Cumbria
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Thwaite Head, Cumbria.
History and Heritage in Thwaite Head
Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.
History and heritage within 10 miles of Thwaite Head.
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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
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.
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The Arts in Thwaite Head
Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.
The arts within 10 miles of Thwaite Head.
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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
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.
Sir John Barrow Cottage
This is the website for the Sir John Barrow Cottage museum, in Ulverston, Cumbria.
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.
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The Great Outdoors in Thwaite Head
Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Thwaite Head.
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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
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
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
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
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
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
A small undisturbed area of wet woodlandand, a haven for birds.
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.
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.
Foulshaw Moss | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Ospreys use Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve as a nesting site. To visit, for free, see the directions below.
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Grubbins Wood | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Limestone woodland provides shade for many species of ferns. Large mounds on the woodland floor are home to southern wood ants.
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Sport in Thwaite Head
Get active with a variety of sports, from local clubs to adrenaline-filled outdoor adventures.
Sport within 10 miles of Thwaite Head.
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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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Wildlife in Thwaite Head
Encounter local wildlife in their natural habitats with guided tours and nature reserves.
Wildlife within 10 miles of Thwaite Head.
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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.
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Exploring further afield?
Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.
Thwaite Head
Crosslands
Force Mills
Force Forge
Satterthwaite
Rusland
Rushland Cross
Ickenthwaite
Grizdale Beck
Grizedale
Grizedale Forest
Finsthwaite
Bandrake Head
Lakeside
Oxen Park
High Cunsey
Far Sawrey
Near Sawrey
High Nibthwaite
Staveley-in-Cartmel
Colton
Newby Bridge
Crake
Hartbarrow
Bouth
Coniston Water
Ludderburn
Water Yeat
Storrs
Blawith
Lane Ends
Roger Ground
Torver
Scar Head
Haws Bank
Brow Edge
Backbarrow
Lowick
Lowick Bridge
Strawberry Bank
Bowland Bridge
Tottlebank
Cartmel Fell
Bowmanstead
Lowick Green
Cat Bank
Coniston
Spark Bridge
Low Wood
Haverthwaite
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