Art & Crafts
For people who enjoy shopping for arts and crafts the Lake District is a paradise. The area's history includes many famous and renowned writers and poets. This love of the arts has continued into the 21st century with many local artists opening small outlets for their work. All the towns and most of the larger villages have small, independently run, arts and craft shops. Some of these sell work by local artists whereas others provide the equipment needed to pursue your own artistic vision. Knitting was once the favourite pastime for grandmothers only, but now is a very popular hobby for people of all ages. The Lake District has always had sheep farming and wool of all descriptions is readily available in the local shops for the knitting enthusiast.
Bowness-on-Windermere, Central Lakes
Historic Blackwell Art and Craft House is a world renowned gallery and museum set amongst the spectacular scenery of the Lake District. Filled with wonderful architecture, works of art and hand...
Ambleside, South Lakes
Shopping in the Lake District is wide and varied. There are picturesque little market towns with unique shops and old fashioned market squares. There are also trendy modern shopping centres housing...
Lancaster, East Cumbria
For an activity break with a difference, Bentham Pottery offers self catering accommodation and pottery courses at its premises near Ingleton. The family run pottery has a range of courses on offer,...
Kendal, South Lakes
Kentmere Pottery still produces hand made pottery using original methods and finishes. The unique designs and beautiful decoration have made the ceramics very collectable. Visitors to the studios can...
Holmrook, West Lakes & Coast
Santon Bridge Gift Shop and Woodlands Tea Room offer a unique shopping experience, gifts galore and sumptuous afternoon teas, all within a pretty woodland setting. Visitors can browse the vast array...
Hawkshead, Windermere, South Lakes
Poppi Red in the Lake District village of Hawkeshead is an inviting cafe and gift shop set in the heart of the village. Visitors can explore the vast range of goods on display or enjoy delicious...
Caldbeck, North Lakes
Caldbeck village is home to The Old Smithy Craft Shop and Tea Room, where visitors can enjoy home baked cakes, or a freshly prepared light meal and take in the stunning scenery. The craft shop is...
Keswick, Central Lakes
Everyone wants to have a little piece of the Lake District and Love the Lakes is the place to get it. Visitors can explore the vast array of locally sourced and crafted items and choose a favourite...
Keswick, Central Lakes
An Oriental experience awaits visitors to Keswick in the form of The Silk Road. This delightful combination of an Art and Craft shop and a Chinese Restaurant makes a very interesting and tasty venue...