Visit the Wild Wool Workshop near Ennerdale Water to see traditional Herdwick wool spinning and weaving. Thursday visits by arrangement, courses and directions.
Discover handmade glass, local crafts and bookable glassblowing experiences with James Stewardson at Handmade in Hawkshead. Shop and workshop details.
Visit Rockshop Ambleside for gemstones, fossils, the Gem Pit, Dino Den, Little Diggers and the Bead Bar. Prices, opening hours and visitor information.
Visit Fultons Lakes Jewellery Works in Keswick for handmade Lake District jewellery, working goldsmith craftsmanship and The Bench Café in Hendersons Yard.
Visit Keswick Alhambra Cinema, a historic independent picture house with two screens, current releases, live performances and accessible seating. Find booking information and directions.
Explore optical illusions, the Ames Room, anti-gravity room and holograms at The Puzzling Place in Keswick. Family ticket prices, winter hours and visitor tips.
Discover Ye Olde Friars, the family-run Keswick chocolatier established in 1927. Chocolates, truffles, gift boxes and seasonal treats on Market Square.
Independent walking boot and outdoor footwear specialist at 2 Station Street, Keswick. Explore Hanwag, AKU, Asolo and Zamberlan boots, shoes and accessories.
Hands-on chocolate-making workshops for children and families, chocolate shop and café on Main Street, Hawkshead. See prices, ages and booking details.
Visit Herdy’s flagship Ambleside shop on Lake Road for Herdwick-inspired gifts, colourful homewares, clothing, wool textiles and Herdysleep products.
