Tourist Attractions in Cumbria

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High Head Sculpture Valley - Carlisle

This fabulous woodland sculpture park contains many indoor exhibits and a large art gallery with some inspiring displays.

Muncaster Castle - Ravenglass

One of Cumbria's favourite attractions, this imposing castle has been home to the Pennington family for over 800 years and is brimming with outstanding art and antiques.

Aquarium of the Lakes - Newby Bridge

The aquarium is a fabulous day out for all the family, with more than 30 naturally themed exhibits you can discover incredible creatures indigenous to the Lake District.

Carlisle Cathedral - Carlisle

Originally founded in 1122 by King Henry I, the cathedral is one of the smallest in England. Its notable features include some fine stone carving, medieval choir stalls and the largest Gothic style window in England.

Dove Cottage and The Wordsworth Museum - Grasmere

Dove Cottage was the home of William Wordsworth from 1799 to 1808, and is considered to be where he produced his best poetry. The museum houses a collection of books, manuscripts, portraits and watercolours, and has a very busy schedule of exhibitions and informative talks.

Dock Museum - Barrow-in-Furness

Built over an historic graving dock, the museum is home to a wealth of objects and information on the social and industrial history of the Barrow-in-Furness area. The Museum has a wonderful collection of model ships and is currently conserving for the future the prize-winning yacht, White Rose.

Cumberland Pencil Museum - Keswick

Following the discovery of graphite in nearby Seathwaite Valley, Keswick became the site of the world's first pencil factory. Through text, images and lovingly restored machinery, the Pencil Museum takes you on an informative trip through the history of the pencil.

Northern Lights Gallery - Keswick

Opened in 1999 and owned and managed by Louise Forrest and Paul Martin, Northern Lights is a contemporary gallery based in Keswick, which offers a platform for Cumbrian and Northern artists to display their work.

The Teapottery - Wensleydale

Home of the eccentric teapot, with a huge collection of handmade wares available for sale.