Where to Go for an Easter Break in the Lake District

“The snow has all but melted and the daffodils are in bloom – there’s nothing more cheerful than a Lake District Easter break. And, at this time of year, with the weather much warmer, you can get up on the fells and explore more of this national park’s houses, trails and festivals. There’s plenty going on in Lake District during the Easter period. Here’s where to go and what to do.

Walk a Wainwright Fell
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Alfred Wainwright was famous for documenting many of the hills and mountains that can be found all over the Lake District. Many of his favourite hills – known as “fells” up in the Lakes – are known as “Wainwrights” in his honour.

During Easter you’ll find there are guided walks up and around many of the more popular fells in the Lake District, including a short hike up Sizergh Fell, run by Sizergh Castle. For seasoned walkers – or those of you who fancy venturing a little off the beaten track – there are plenty of maps and guides online to help you find your way. Take a look at this online beginners’ guide by the British Mountaineering Council for tips on how to stay safe.

See Beautiful Wildflowers in Grasmere
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Make the most of those sunny Easter days and stroll in the meadows and woodlands of Grasmere and Grizedale, where you’ll find stunning carpets of wildflowers. And that’s not all. At this time of year, bluebells are also out in force.

In Grasmere head to Baneriggs Wood for a purple and blue display of bluebells and the delicate white flowers of wild garlic. At Latterbarrow Nature Reserve, you may find flowers even more rare and special. Here you can hunt for wild orchids, where they are protected. But, even if you’re just out and about, keep your eyes trained on the roadside verges and you’re bound to spot some beautiful wild flowers.

Hunt for Easter (and Dragon) Eggs in Penrith
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One of the best family Easter break traditions is heading out on an Easter egg hunt. And in the Lake District there are several well-organised and hugely popular chocolate expeditions. There are Cadbury Easter Egg Hunts in various locations all over the national park, organised in conjunction with the National Trust.

Wordsworth House is a top choice – along with finding eggs, you can also see where the poet William Wordsworth lived and worked. Of course, the Lake District isn’t like other national parks. Here you can also hunt for dragon eggs. Visit Lowther Castle for a special Easter adventure – and for chocolate prizes too, of course.

Swim in Peaceful Buttermere
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April is when most open water swimming fans say that the lakes get warmer – and over the Easter break there are plenty of spots in the Lake District to enjoy the exhilarating feeling of swimming out on the open water.

Buttermere is great because of its peaceful location and green rolling meadows on either side – and the fact that there are no motor boats allowed on the water here. There are swimming groups to join forces with for safety. They will be able to show you the safest places to swim and even lend you a wetsuit (advisable!). Of course, we only recommend wild swimming if you are a confident swimmer.

Go Ghyll Scrambling in Coniston
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If swimming on the open water isn’t for you but you’d love to go on a white water adventure, visit Coniston. Over the Easter weekend, put on your bravest face and head out on a guided ghyll scrambling tour with a group of like-minded adrenaline junkies.

Ghyll scrambling is a high-energy activity that’ll see you scrambling up waterfalls and plunging into pools of crystal clear water. There’s even rope climbs and a fun natural slide made from rock at Church Beck.

The booking price for this particular experience includes the hiring of equipment and a full safety walk-through. All you need to do is put the gear on and jump in. For more info, tap here.

Taste Delicious Food and Drink at Taste Cumbria
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The annual Taste Cumbria festival is a huge event that celebrates, as you’ll no doubt have worked out from the name, all things food and drink – with an emphasis on local produce, of course. In short, if you’re a foodie and in town when this is on, it’s well worth a visit. Expect food stalls and cooking demonstrations.

In 2020 Taste Cumbria will be heading to Kirkby Lonsdale, where you can also visit Devil’s Bridge and see the stunning valley views over the River Lune from Ruskin’s View, made famous by the painter William Turner.

Plan Your Lake District Easter Break

Easter is the perfect time to visit the Lake District. If you’re planning an Easter break, here take a look at our Lake District hotels.”