The vibrant, engaging communities of Bowness and Windermere are both encircled by the beautiful Lake District scenery. With the addition of a boat trip to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium, and Beatrix Potter’s “Hill Top House” at Sawrey in Ambleside, both towns provide a range of activities and eateries. A great number of enjoyable treks, mountain biking, and the “Go Ape” adventure park are just a few of the activities available at the adjacent Grizedale Forest Park. The region also offers a number of National Trust estates and a number of water activities for people who want an adventurous vacation. Children will enjoy visiting the “World of Beatrix Potter” in Bowness as well as places in places like Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, and Keswick.