Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Pooley Bridge February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Pooley Bridge Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Pooley-Bridge.dx182612)[Hotels in Pooley Bridge](https://expedia.co.uk/Pooley-Bridge-Hotels.d182612.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Pooley Bridge](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Pooley-Bridge.d182612.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Pooley Bridge Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Pooley-Bridge.d182612.Car-Hire-Guide)[Pooley Bridge Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Pooley-Bridge.d182612.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Pooley Bridge ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Pooley Bridge Types of activities [Pooley Bridge travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Pooley-Bridge.dx182612) ![Duke of Portland boathouse, Ullswater nr Pooley Bridge, Cumbria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182612/03aa21e0-67dc-4026-b0d0-10712f55c04d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Duke of Portland boathouse, Ullswater nr Pooley Bridge, Cumbria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182612/03aa21e0-67dc-4026-b0d0-10712f55c04d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Steamer pier @ Pooley Bridge..steamer travels to Howtown, Glenriddin and also Aira Force (where you can visit the Aira Force waterfall).](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182612/0eada2f2-e553-453f-95bb-86c7b2a9828b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A Village in winter](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182612/6494679d-267f-49d3-b5b3-58fbe6441645.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![HDR image of Pooley Bridge boat house taken one very cold and damp morning](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182612/c927a3a2-8fdb-407e-a339-b729adf1b50c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Pooley Bridge Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Pooley Bridge has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Pooley Bridge, 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 Pooley Bridge 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 Pooley Bridge Pooley Bridge is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Pooley Bridge, and make it a breeze to explore Pooley Bridge 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 Pooley Bridge 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. 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_182612) ## Recommended things to do in Pooley Bridge | Number of things to do | 1 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Penrith: Lowther Castle & Gardens Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/null.a50514891.activity-details): £15 | | Top 5 things to do | [Penrith: Lowther Castle & Gardens Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/null.a50514891.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | [Penrith: Lowther Castle & Gardens Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/null.a50514891.activity-details) | ## What to do in Pooley Bridge --- ### Popular places to visit ![Ullswater](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11377/07d5acc9-4d09-426b-b1ed-a8a5a1afe5b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ullswater 4.5/5(293 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ullswater during your travels in Penrith. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ullswater-Penrith.d11377.Attraction) ![Lowther Castle at Penrith in Lake District from Cumbria in England, Shutterstock ID 712013206, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229550/86fde473-5e27-4ccf-9da9-4e7621a1f4bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lowther Castle and Gardens 4.5/5(27 reviews) You can find out about the history of Lowther with a visit to Lowther Castle and Gardens. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lowther-Castle-And-Gardens-Penrith.d6229550.Attraction) ![Red ruins of a Castle in the market town of Penrith. There's also a park with bandstand & cafe.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5654/abb61093-db85-4199-af96-ad5547f5d9d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Penrith Castle 4/5(2 reviews) Penrith Castle is just one of the places to see in Penrith, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Penrith-Castle-Penrith.d6088047.Attraction) ![Aira Force waterfall after a rainy day and at its most dramatic](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5654/ad4df373-e5c3-4852-896f-012cb2687cf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aira Force 4.5/5(4 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Aira Force during your travels in Matterdale. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aira-Force-Penrith.d6088029.Attraction) ![A surprising Topiary Dragon in the gardens of Dalemain, a handsome Country House in the Eden valley near Penrith. Also look out for the herd of fallow deer in the deer park and try the marmalade in the gift shop. Dalemain holds an annual marmalade fest every March. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5654/dd4a3e77-4ec2-4f43-8f1d-b053bfc8cf08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dalemain Country Park Explore the great outdoors at Dalemain Country Park, a lovely green space in Dacre. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dalemain-Country-Park-Penrith.d625040961573974016.Attraction) ![Knocker on door with sanctuary ring](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000451928/392407ac-f956-45c7-bef7-ca231bf27b2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Brougham Hall You can browse the exhibits at Brougham Hall, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Eamont Bridge. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brougham-Hall-Penrith.d553248621561944044.Attraction) #### Whinfell Forest 4.5/5(59 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Whinfell Forest, a lovely green space in Brougham. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whinfell-Forest-Penrith.d553248621563222947.Attraction) #### Rheged 3/5(1 review) You can find out about the history of Dacre with a visit to Rheged. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rheged-Penrith.d6088051.Attraction) #### Dalemain 4.5/5(5 reviews) Find out about the history of Dacre when you take a trip to Dalemain. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dalemain-Penrith.d6088049.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 Pooley Bridge ![Red ruins of a Castle in the market town of Penrith. There's also a park with bandstand & cafe.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5654/abb61093-db85-4199-af96-ad5547f5d9d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Penrith ![Steamer pier @ Pooley Bridge..steamer travels to Howtown, Glenriddin and also Aira Force (where you can visit the Aira Force waterfall).](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182612/0eada2f2-e553-453f-95bb-86c7b2a9828b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Dacre ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pooley Bridge worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Pooley Bridge? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Pooley Bridge? ### Is three days enough to stay in Pooley Bridge? ### Is Pooley Bridge a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Pooley Bridge with kids? > - [Penrith: Lowther Castle & Gardens Entry Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/null.a50514891.activity-details) ### What to do in Pooley Bridge for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Pooley Bridge? ![](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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