Brockhole on Windermere
Brockhole on Windermere is a garden, park & outdoor in Cumbria, England. Entry is free. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Free entry Lake District National Park: free entry to the grounds and gardens, with a free adventure playground (rope walks, slides, scramble nets, zip wire). Paid extras: boat, kayak and paddleboard hire, archery and the treetop adventure. LA23 1FF (015394 46601). |
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| Best time to go | Dry days; adventure play. |
| School holiday tip | Early July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. |
| Best ages | All ages All ages; treetop and water activities have their own age limits. |
| If it rains | Outdoor: pick dry days |
| Parking | Pay car park on site. |
| Food | Café with lake views; outdoor play area and Minty Land indoor play. |
| Money saver | Free or low-cost; parking is the main cost; take a picnic. |
| Top tips | Lake District visitor centre with free gardens and play; activities like treetop nets cost extra. |
| What to pack | Wellies, waterproofs, picnic, bug spray, sun cream |
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