Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Backbarrow March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Backbarrow Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Backbarrow.dx6049506)[Hotels in Backbarrow](https://expedia.co.uk/Backbarrow-Hotels.d6049506.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Backbarrow](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Backbarrow.d6049506.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Backbarrow Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Backbarrow.d6049506.Car-Hire-Guide)[Backbarrow Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Backbarrow.d6049506.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Backbarrow ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Backbarrow Types of activities [Backbarrow travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Backbarrow.dx6049506) ![In inclement weather the Motor Museum is a great place to visit. Exhibits include all manner of classic cars, bicycles, motorcycles, vintage shop memorabilia and a Donald Campbell Bluebird exhibition. There's a large cafe too and all are dog friendly. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533024778/3f1a377b-1270-4fd1-ad3c-221d77a35d71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![In inclement weather the Motor Museum is a great place to visit. Exhibits include all manner of classic cars, bicycles, motorcycles, vintage shop memorabilia and a Donald Campbell Bluebird exhibition. There's a large cafe too and all are dog friendly. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533024778/3f1a377b-1270-4fd1-ad3c-221d77a35d71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Whitewater Bridge. This bridge is located near the Whitewater Hotel and Lakeland Holiday Village. The bridge crosses the River Leven. Several years ago is was common, during summertime, to see people jumping off the bridge into the river but for safety reasons a local bylaw now prevents this. This section of the river is also popular with Canoists'and the hotel allow them to use the river during certain days throughout the winter.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049506/e24b3bc0-91e2-43a4-b214-f305ed360964.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049506/e24b3bc0-91e2-43a4-b214-f305ed360964.jpg) by [Lee Coward](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/3202) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Backbarrow weirs In the background is the high and gnarly Backbarrow weir, which has been run in much higher water levels than seen here, at grade 5+. In the foreground is a much more runnable weir reached quickly after portaging the nasty weir on river left. In the low water level seen here, this is a bit of a bump down, but at higher levels develops a strong stopper river right, a tongue left of centre (to the visual right of the paddler seen here) and a hole on river left.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049506/12da14ed-1dff-4b0a-8792-42a66147c434.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049506/12da14ed-1dff-4b0a-8792-42a66147c434.jpg) by [Andy Waddington](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/34816) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Backbarrow Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Backbarrow has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Backbarrow, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Backbarrow with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Backbarrow Backbarrow is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Backbarrow, and make it a breeze to explore Backbarrow and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Backbarrow to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Backbarrow, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Backbarrow. #### Backbarrow attractions Backbarrow has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Backbarrow to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Backbarrow. Looking for things to do in Backbarrow can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Backbarrow or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Backbarrow attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. 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See all of the lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50426535/46204e25-8e2e-4fd2-a303-58327007c056.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Windermere: 24-Hr Hop-on Hop-off Cruise. See all of the lake 9.8/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/windermere-24-hr-hop-on-hop-off-cruise-see-all-of-the-lake.a50426535.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44787663/92bb468a-b89f-4b91-b464-e6ff03638a96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour 4h 30m 9.6/10 78 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £75 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-district-beatrix-potter-half-day-tour.a44787663.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Private Tour of Roman Britain & Hadrian's Wall from Windermere](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45285291/a55e0ef8-4c0e-4b75-91be-dc0c40c92046.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour of Roman Britain & Hadrian's Wall from Windermere 9h £650 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-of-roman-britain-hadrians-wall-from-windermere.a45285291.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![The Brontes, Wuthering Heights & Jane Eyre Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4819406/c9a30c7f-c0b7-44a6-9ae4-686afb5c82b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Brontes, Wuthering Heights & Jane Eyre Tour 9h+ 10/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £189 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/windermere-the-brontes-wuthering-heights-jane-eyre-tour.a4819406.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Lake District: Half-Day 8 Lakes Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4536697/3fefe95d-b80b-45b7-8c8c-58b582ec2399.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake District: Half-Day 8 Lakes Tour 3h 30m+ 10/10 13 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £79 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-district-half-day-8-lakes-tour.a4536697.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Scenic Tour of the Lake District in Winter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4821289/136cdacf-1274-4a8e-94a6-4e2fb2013022.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Scenic Tour of the Lake District in Winter 6h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £125 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/scenic-tour-of-the-lake-district-in-winter.a4821289.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![8 Lakes in a Morning](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48929734/fd44b735-1274-4a0c-9b1a-5fc255cbdc40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 8 Lakes in a Morning 4h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available £89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/8-lakes-in-a-morning.a48929734.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 14 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Private Tour of Roman Britain & Hadrian's Wall from Windermere](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45285291/a55e0ef8-4c0e-4b75-91be-dc0c40c92046.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour of Roman Britain & Hadrian's Wall from Windermere 9h £650 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-of-roman-britain-hadrians-wall-from-windermere.a45285291.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Cumbrian Coast - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49713968/b14a7d89-1f6c-417b-be4e-f0b4ba7e75c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cumbrian Coast - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan 3d £11 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cumbrian-coast-online-self-guided-road-trip-plan.a49713968.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![4 hour Private Lake District tour (tour B)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/876495/cf6f416a-708f-4707-a896-ece8f8afeb62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4 hour Private Lake District tour (tour B) 4h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available £260 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/5-hour-private-lake-district-tour.a876495.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Full day Private tour of the Lake District](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/868621/493a847b-394b-4650-b01f-fa21e1a95638.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full day Private tour of the Lake District 8h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £480 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-private-tour-of-the-lake-district.a868621.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![4 hour Private Lake District tour (tour A)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/876498/5d6a197b-3969-4f68-ac3e-13580b56f215.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4 hour Private Lake District tour (tour A) 4h 10/10 13 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £260 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4-hour-private-lake-district-tour.a876498.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Lake District and Windermere Full Day Tour from Liverpool](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50118631/322b3f58-8060-49fe-bf66-c8aec29b4ae8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake District and Windermere Full Day Tour from Liverpool 11h Free cancellation available £752 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-district-and-windermere-full-day-tour-from-liverpool.a50118631.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![6 hour Private tour of the Lake District.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1071344/5a7757c7-4825-49fa-ab06-67a274c7c58f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 6 hour Private tour of the Lake District. 6h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £360 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/6-hour-private-tour-of-the-lake-district.a1071344.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Private Tour: The Lake District from Liverpool](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45286197/c91e454b-ddfc-44de-b2ae-9d3a1c7f9fc9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour: The Lake District from Liverpool 9h £900 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-hire-lake-district-from-liverpool.a45286197.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Lake District and Windermere 11 Hour Tour from Manchester](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50118502/b25e7fa0-9a87-49fb-a26c-6745a791fa9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake District and Windermere 11 Hour Tour from Manchester 11h Free cancellation available £783 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-district-and-windermere-11-hour-tour-from-manchester.a50118502.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Private Lake District Tour: Ten Lakes Spectacular](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45285373/a4a1530f-99f1-4255-9ccb-e69c9feb5f3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Lake District Tour: Ten Lakes Spectacular 8h £580 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-ten-lakes-spectacular.a45285373.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Windermere: 24-Hr Hop-on Hop-off Cruise. See all of the lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50426535/46204e25-8e2e-4fd2-a303-58327007c056.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Windermere: 24-Hr Hop-on Hop-off Cruise. See all of the lake 9.8/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/windermere-24-hr-hop-on-hop-off-cruise-see-all-of-the-lake.a50426535.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Brilliant White Water Rafting in the Lake District UK](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44958410/f109c8b9-29a9-42af-b936-5576a0deb3b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Brilliant White Water Rafting in the Lake District UK 4h 10/10 2 Viator reviews £95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/brilliant-white-water-rafting-in-the-lake-district-uk.a44958410.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Windermere Red Cruise: Sail Between Bowness and Ambleside](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50056348/304f3f45-d4ba-46ca-9848-82d048778b22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Windermere Red Cruise: Sail Between Bowness and Ambleside 1h 10m 9.2/10 24 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/windermere-red-cruise-sail-between-bowness-and-ambleside.a50056348.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Windermere Yellow Cruise: Sail between Bowness and Lakeside](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50126452/d1fe52ea-9ee8-4bdb-b405-b497fb155004.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Windermere Yellow Cruise: Sail between Bowness and Lakeside 1h 30m 9.4/10 13 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £19 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/windermere-yellow-cruise-sail-between-bowness-and-lakeside.a50126452.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![Private Sailing Experience on Lake Windermere](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3825453/8eed71b0-338d-41a2-9f69-4756056e0175.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Sailing Experience on Lake Windermere 2h 10/10 26 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £175 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-sailing-experience-on-lake-windermere.a3825453.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Private Half Day Sailing Experience on Lake Windermere](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50058369/a16a55dc-c5aa-449e-b97e-12ffe01e8e23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Half Day Sailing Experience on Lake Windermere 4h Free cancellation available £299 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-half-day-sailing-experience-on-lake-windermere.a50058369.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Brilliant White Water Rafting in the Lake District UK](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44958410/f109c8b9-29a9-42af-b936-5576a0deb3b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Brilliant White Water Rafting in the Lake District UK 4h 10/10 2 Viator reviews £95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/brilliant-white-water-rafting-in-the-lake-district-uk.a44958410.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2692349/0159cb44-840c-4263-b006-2f5f50e29fd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool 9h 30m 9.6/10 63 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £59 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-from-liverpool.a2692349.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Private Lake District Tour: Ten Lakes Spectacular](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45285373/a4a1530f-99f1-4255-9ccb-e69c9feb5f3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Lake District Tour: Ten Lakes Spectacular 8h £580 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-ten-lakes-spectacular.a45285373.activity-details?&rid=6049506&location=Backbarrow&swp=off) ![Private Yorkshire Dales from Windermere in a 16 seater Mercedes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45286715/9e9d0eb9-12d6-41f5-adb2-6ce4ec23a78a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Yorkshire Dales from Windermere in a 16 seater Mercedes 8h 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6049506) ## Recommended things to do in Backbarrow | Number of things to do | 34 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Cumbrian Coast - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan](/things-to-do/cumbrian-coast-online-self-guided-road-trip-plan.a49713968.activity-details): £11 | | Top 5 things to do | [Lakeland Motor Museum Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/lakeland-motor-museum-entry-ticket.a50058009.activity-details)[MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour](/things-to-do/manchester-lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-tour.a2931592.activity-details)[Coniston Water: 60-Minute Wild Cat Island Cruise](/things-to-do/coniston-water-60-minute-wild-cat-island-cruise.a49104317.activity-details)[Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool](/things-to-do/lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-from-liverpool.a2692349.activity-details)[Lake District: Six Lakes Morning Tour from Windermere](/things-to-do/lake-district-six-lakes-morning-tour-from-windermere.a45488428.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Coniston Water: 60-Minute Wild Cat Island Cruise](/things-to-do/coniston-water-60-minute-wild-cat-island-cruise.a49104317.activity-details)[Windermere Yellow Cruise: Sail between Bowness and Lakeside](/things-to-do/windermere-yellow-cruise-sail-between-bowness-and-lakeside.a50126452.activity-details)[Lake District: Half-Day 8 Lakes Tour](/things-to-do/lake-district-half-day-8-lakes-tour.a4536697.activity-details)[Windermere Red Cruise: Sail Between Bowness and Ambleside](/things-to-do/windermere-red-cruise-sail-between-bowness-and-ambleside.a50056348.activity-details)[Half-Day Tour of Beatrix Potter Country and Places](/things-to-do/half-day-tour-of-beatrix-potter-country-and-places.a4729387.activity-details) | | With kids | [Lakeland Motor Museum Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/lakeland-motor-museum-entry-ticket.a50058009.activity-details)[MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour](/things-to-do/manchester-lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-tour.a2931592.activity-details)[Coniston Water: 60-Minute Wild Cat Island Cruise](/things-to-do/coniston-water-60-minute-wild-cat-island-cruise.a49104317.activity-details)[Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool](/things-to-do/lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-from-liverpool.a2692349.activity-details)[Lake District: Six Lakes Morning Tour from Windermere](/things-to-do/lake-district-six-lakes-morning-tour-from-windermere.a45488428.activity-details) | ## What to do in Backbarrow --- ### Popular places to visit ![Lakeside which includes railway items and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532493304/215fce53-d975-4eb9-9029-306a3f94537a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway Sit in the front compartment and learn to operate this steam train, while capturing photos of the delightful Lake District scenery. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lakeside-Haverthwaite-Railway-Ulverston.d553248621532493304.Attraction) ![A lovely place to spend a few hours especially with kids. Barbecues are allowed in the allocated area. Good kids play area, row boats, cafe, toilets. National Trust owned so car park is pricey.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125011/3b201fad-cf3e-4876-8a87-b910d357ffb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fell Foot Park Explore the great outdoors at Fell Foot Park, a lovely green space in Staveley-in-Cartmel. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fell-Foot-Park-Ulverston.d553248621555971493.Attraction) ![In inclement weather the Motor Museum is a great place to visit. Exhibits include all manner of classic cars, bicycles, motorcycles, vintage shop memorabilia and a Donald Campbell Bluebird exhibition. There's a large cafe too and all are dog friendly. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533024778/3f1a377b-1270-4fd1-ad3c-221d77a35d71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lakeland Motor Museum 3/5(1 review) You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Lakeland Motor Museum during your trip to Backbarrow. Visit the spas and lively bars in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lakeland-Motor-Museum-Ulverston.d553248621533024778.Attraction) ![Lakeside featuring marine life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558032680/9dbe4694-0fff-460e-8721-33dc7949733d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lakes Aqaurium Combine your visit to this innovative and diverse aquarium with a steam train journey and a cruise on the picturesque lake. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lakes-Aqaurium-Ulverston.d553248621558032680.Attraction) #### Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre Learn about the local history of Ulverston when you spend time at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manjushri-Kadampa-Meditation-Centre-Ulverston.d553248621532493303.Attraction) #### Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing Explore the waterfront in Lakeside with a trip to Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lakeside-Windermere-Ferry-Landing-Ulverston.d6224224.Attraction) #### Conishead Priory 4/5(1 review) You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Conishead Priory in Ulverston. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Conishead-Priory-Ulverston.d553248621533024720.Attraction) #### Lake Cruises 5/5(1 review) Explore the waterfront in Urswick with a trip to Lake Cruises. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Cruises-Ulverston.d553248621563222829.Attraction) #### Laurel and Hardy Museum 4/5(1 review) You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Laurel and Hardy Museum during your trip to Ulverston. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Laurel-And-Hardy-Museum-Ulverston.d6088041.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Backbarrow ![Steamtrain passing through Newby Bridge.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55381/c3286dbd-99b8-4c45-966c-b4cff339ed81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Newby Bridge ![Steam Ahead - Brittania passing through Cumbria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125011/8009c98e-e809-4c23-bf44-7891dd8e4fda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ulverston ![Steam train departing station](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6361580/90fa3c93-cf88-4bcb-bc70-02a4c4e1b1c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Haverthwaite ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Backbarrow worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Backbarrow? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Backbarrow? ### Is three days enough to stay in Backbarrow? ### Is Backbarrow a walkable neighbourhood? ### What are some activities to do in Backbarrow with kids? > - [Lakeland Motor Museum Entry Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lakeland-motor-museum-entry-ticket.a50058009.activity-details) > - [MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/manchester-lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-tour.a2931592.activity-details) > - [Coniston Water: 60-Minute Wild Cat Island Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/coniston-water-60-minute-wild-cat-island-cruise.a49104317.activity-details) > - [Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-from-liverpool.a2692349.activity-details) > - [Lake District: Six Lakes Morning Tour from Windermere](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-district-six-lakes-morning-tour-from-windermere.a45488428.activity-details) ### What to do in Backbarrow for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Backbarrow? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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