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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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Whitewater Spa & Leisure Club

Whitewater Spa & Leisure Club

3.5 out of 5
Lakeland Village Ulverston England
The price is CA $153 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
CA $153
CA $183 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Ulverston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (370 reviews)
Room was not cleaned so no coffees or toilet paper. Hotel was not very warm heating had been turned down and it was minus 5 outside . Swimming pool water wasn’t very warm . We ordered food and drinks went to pay and then they added vat on top wasn’t advertised anywhere about this . Staff were very ...

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Whitewater Spa & Leisure Club
Lakes Hotel and Spa

Lakes Hotel and Spa

5 out of 5
Kendal Road Windermere England
The price is CA $241 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
CA $241
CA $289 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Windermere. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 15 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,225 reviews)
We arrived at the hotel and were greeted by the loveliest staff! We were then kindly given an upgrade from a snug room to a superior double with lake views which absolutely made our stay! Such a king gesture. This is our 5th time visiting we try to make it at least twice a year!

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Lakes Hotel and Spa
Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG

Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG

4 out of 5
Caton Road Lancaster England
The price is CA $82 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
CA $82
CA $98 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Lancaster. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Yes I managed to get into the hotel room at about 10 am and had a swim in the morning the food is very good and all the staff are very friendly and helpful

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG
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Pine Lake Resort

Pine Lake Resort

4 out of 5
Dock Acres Carnforth England
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Carnforth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,430 reviews)
Excellent stay and great value for money. The staff were fantastic and very welcoming. The property offers great amenities, a lovely and convenient location, and the food was excellent. Overall, a really enjoyable stay and outstanding value for money.

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

Pine Lake Resort
Kotel Windermere

Kotel Windermere

4.5 out of 5
Lake road Windermere England
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Windermere. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Windermere Jetty Museum ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (256 reviews)
Room was amazing, clean fresh warm and inviting

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

Kotel Windermere
Lonsdale House Boutique Apartments

Lonsdale House Boutique Apartments

4 out of 5
Daltongate Ulverston England
Stay at this aparthotel in Ulverston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Laurel and Hardy Museum and Manjushri Kadampa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
Clean apartment, ample space, tasteful decor, lovely garden view.

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Lonsdale House Boutique Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Lakeside showing railway items and heritage architecture

Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway

Sit in the front compartment and learn to operate this steam train, while capturing photos of the delightful Lake District scenery.

Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway
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.

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.

Fell Foot Park
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.

Lakeland Motor Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Lakeland Motor Museum during your trip to Backbarrow. Check out the spas and lively bars in this walkable area.

Lakeland Motor Museum
Lakeside featuring marine life

Lakes Aqaurium

Combine your visit to this innovative and diverse aquarium with a steam train journey and a cruise on the picturesque lake.

Lakes Aqaurium

Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre

Learn about the local history of Ulverston with a stop at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre

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.

Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing

Things to do

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

CA $110
per adult
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

CA $110
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip
Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour

Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour

CA $140
per adult
Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour
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Cities near Backbarrow

Steamtrain passing through Newby Bridge.

Newby Bridge

Steam Ahead - Brittania passing through Cumbria

Ulverston

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