For further information about places to go and the history of the lake District and Towns visit Brockhole Situated on the shores of Lake Windermere between Windermere and Ambleside on the A591. The visitor centre is owned by the Lake District National Park Authority since 1969 with its purpose to help visitors to enjoy and appreciate England's largest National Park.

The large house was built in 1899 for a wealthy businessman which is set in thirty two [32] acres of landscaped gardens and grounds to the shore of the Lake Windermere.

Within the centre you will find plenty of events taking place from the Easter Eggstravaganza in April, Waterlife Festival in May even a Roman Invasion.

The children are also catered for with various activities and an adventure playground. Lake Cruises are available on Lake Windermere and also organised guided walks.

Interactive exhibitions on two [2] floors with audio visual on Lakeland Living, Information Centre, Gift and Book Shop and a Cafe that overlooks the gardens and Lake Windermere.