Six of the Best of Lakeland Attractions

World of Beatrix Potter™ Attraction
The World of Beatrix Potter™ brings the stories of Peter Rabbit™ and all his friends to life in a magical indoor recreation of the Lakeland countryside complete with sights, sounds and even smells. You can explore Mr. McGregor's garden, visit Mrs. Tiggy-winkles's kitchen and learn more about Beatrix Potter herself in the Tale of Mrs. Heelis presentation. The Beatrix Potter Emporium and Tailor of Gloucester Tea Room make this a place for all the family to visit - whatever the weather.

Times of opening: All year (excl. Xmas Day and 9-26 January). Summer 1000-1730, Winter 1000-1630.
How to get there: In the centre of Bowness-on-Windermere on Crag Brow. 1 mile from the Waverley Hotel.
Tel: 015394 88444 Email: office@hop-skip-jump.com

Windermere Lake Cruises
Steamers and launches sail daily throughout the year between Ambleside, Bowness and Lakeside with seasonal connections for Brockhole, the Steam Railway, Fellfoot and Ferry House. Wine Cruises and JazzBuffet Cruises operate during the summer. 45 minute island cruises sail everyday from Bowness.

Times of opening: Open daily during daylight hours throughout the year except Christmas Day.
How to get there: A 15 minute walk from The Waverley.
Tel: 015395 31188 E-mail: w.lakes@virgin.net

Hayes Garden World, Ambleside
Set amidst beautiful Lake District scenery, one of Britain's finest garden centres is a must for any family outing. Housing one of the North's largest selectiond of plants, garden furniture and leisure products from around the world, Hayes Garden World is sheer inspiration.

Times of opening: Monday - Saturday 0900 - 1800, Sunday 1100 - 1700. Closed 25 December, New Years Day & Easter Sunday.
How to get there: 200 yards south of Ambleside Village on the A591 - 15 minutes from The Waverley.
Tel: 015394 33434

The Dock Museum Barrow-in-Furness
The Dock Museum is a stunning modern museum built over an original Victorian graving dock. Exhibits include spectacular ship models, computer interactives, film show and "Shipbuilders to the World" exhibition. Landscaped coastal site. Adventure playground. Free admission and free car parking.

Times of Opening: Easter (inclusive) - end of October: Tuesday - Friday 1000-1700; Saturday & Sunday 1100-1700. November - Easter: Wednesday - Friday 1030-1600; Saturday & Sunday 1100-1630.
How to get there: Follow A590 or A595 to Barrow. Follow brown and white signs on approach to the town. 18 miles from the Waverley Hotel.
Tel: 01229 894444 E-mail: dockmuseum@barrowbc.gov.uk

Aquarium of the Lakes, Lakeside
Set on the banks of Lake windermere, the award-winning Aquarium of the Lakes is the UK's largest collection of freshwater fish. Over 30 spectacular displays cleverley re-create the journey of a Lakeland river from mountain-top to the open sea. Naturally-themed habitats are home to everything from diving ducks and mischievious otters to sharks and rays. With its lake view cafe and gift shop it's an unbeatable all weather experience for all ages with a special Lakeland Explorer Trail for children to enjoy.

Times of opening: Open daily throughout the year from 0900 (closed Christmas Day).
How to get there: Just north of Newby Bridge on the west side of Lake Windermere - 25 minutes from The Waverley by car.
Tel: 015395 30153 E-mail: aquariumofthelakes@reallive.co.uk

South Lakes Wild Animal Park
Europe's top Tiger Conservation Centre and Cumbria Tourist Board's official attraction of the year for both 1999 and 2000. This open conservation zoo is well known for the freedom the animals enjoy. You can walk through Madagascar and be surrounded by wild lemurs or hand feed kangaroos and emus in the Australian bush. With rhinos, tigers, lions, bears, giraffes, cheetah, apes and monkeys, it is the regions best all day attraction.

Times of opening: Open all year (except Christmas Day) Daily 1000-1700. Winter 1000 to dusk.
How to get there: Take any road south in Cumbria to the A590 Barrow Road. Follow elephant signs to zoo along the A590. 16 miles from the Waverley Hotel
Tel: 01229 466086 E-mail: office@wildanimalpark.co.uk