Wray Castle
Mock-Gothic castle sitting on the shores of Lake Windermere with turrets, towers and informal grounds
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Wray Castle Details
Wray Castle is a National Trust owned family friendly mock-Gothic castle on the shores of Lake Windermere with turrets, towers, informal grounds, and Peter Rabbit adventure. This is not a real castle but a private house built in in the Gothic Revival Style in 1840. But it's not a "typical" National Trust house full of paintings, furniture and antiques with an accompanying owner-family history through the ages. The house was one of many built around Lake Windermere by very wealthy industrialists who had made their fortunes in big cities during the industrial revolution. If you've children to entertain you'll be pleased to know the rooms may be empty of grand possessions but full of kids having fun in our dressing up and castle-building spaces, perfect for a wet day in the Lakes! There's plenty to do outdoors too, like rope swing, den-building and trails, in the family-friendly gardens and grounds. Visitors can spend an entire day at Wray and it is a good base for a great day out - perhaps linked with a walk down the lakeshore as well. There are also the extensive grounds to explore and there is a cafe with an amazing view. Please note the car park is small and often full by 11am. Avoid disappointment by arriving by boat or bus. There are regular boats direct from Ambleside or a bus service running from Ferry Nab via Hill Top and Hawkshead. Grid Reference: NY 37490 00988 Address (near): Wray Castle, Low Wray, Ambleside LA22 0JA, UK
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Low Wray Campsite
One of the four campsites run by the National Trust.
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Long Valley Yurts
Luxury yurt camping accommodations at three locations throughout the Lake District
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Wild in Style Yurts at Low Wray
Yurts, gypsy wagons and a Berber-style tent are available from Wild in Style.
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Bike Boat Windermere
The Bike Boat operates between Brockhole - The Lake District Visitor Centre and the traffic-free western shore of Windermere. It provides a convenient circular route that the whole family can enjoy.
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Low Wood Watersports Centre
The Low Wood Bay Watersports Centre offers an extensive range of equipment and an inspiring setting against a backdrop of the Lakeland fells is a great location for getting out on the water.
