It’s like the best of the Lakes in 5 days, as we pack in some amazing sights from a lake cruise on Windermere, Sizergh Castle light trail and the Lakes Distillery for a varied tasting – brilliantly combined with free time in Bowness and Keswick.
Lakes Distillery Taste of Gin Tour
Christmas at Sizergh Castle
Itinerary
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Windermere Lake Cruise & Sizergh Castle & Gardens
This morning, we start our day with a leisurely Lake Cruise on Windermere from Lakeside to Ambleside, where we enjoy a hot drink whilst taking in the stunning views. Our coach will meet us in Ambleside to drop us into the centre (the pier is approx. 1 mile from the main shops) We have free time here to enjoy a spot of lunch, before we make our way to Sizergh Castle & Gardens. Wander through nature-themed light and sound installations in the garden and enjoy historical Christmas decorations through the ages in the house.
Day 3 Keswick
This morning, we make our way through the lakes, taking in the scenery to the market town of Keswick; explore the town with many independent shops and plenty of local eateries and coffee shops to enjoy some well-earned lunch! On our return to our hotel we can stop in at either the villages and towns of Grasmere, Hawkshead or Coniston or perhaps Hayes Garden Centre or Lakeland, the Flagship store! The choice is yours.
Day 4 Ulverston & Shed One Distillery
This morning, we start the day in the market town of Ulverston (Indoor & outdoor market open on Thursdays) before making our way to Shed One micro-distillery for a wonderful tour and tasting. We also receive a discount voucher to spend at the onsite shop, perfect to pick up some Christmas gifts for loved ones (or yourself!). We return to the hotel for mulled wine & mince pies.
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Hotel
Newby Bridge Hotel
Ulverston, Cumbria
Located at the tranquil southern end of Lake Windermere the Newby Bridge Hotel is perfect for exploring what the Southern Lake District has to offer. The hotel offers plenty of space in which to relax including the Huntsman’s Bar offering a traditional, Cumbrian, warm and cosy atmosphere with wooden beams and panelling and of course a roaring fire on those colder days, a games room and traditional lounge with sofas and board games as well as an outside terrace and leisure facilities including a swimming pool, steam room, spa pool & mini gym. All 45 bedrooms are equipped with a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel does not have a lift; however, ground floor rooms are available.
BarGround Floor RoomsLeisure FacilitiesParking On Site & Free of ChargeRestaurantTea & Coffee making facilities
Pricing
Inclusions
- Discount on selected drinks each evening
- Mulled wine & mince pies on 1 afternoon
- Single Lake Cruise from Lakeside to Ambleside & tea/coffee voucher
- Entrance to Sizergh Castle & Gardens
- Guided tour and tasting at The Shed One Distillery
4 Nights Half Board
Twin from £447pp
Double for Sole Use Supplement from £83
Based on Monday arrivals
