If you’re looking for a peaceful weekend getaway with your special someone in the Lake District, Low Nest is the perfect base.
Here’s a relaxed itinerary that will let you experience the best of what this beautiful area has to offer, while still leaving plenty of time to unwind together.
Friday Evening: Arrival and Settling In
After your journey, take the evening to settle into your accommodation at Low Nest Farm. Enjoy a quiet dinner at the nearby Brackenrigg Inn, just a short walk away, where you can sample local ales and hearty Cumbrian cuisine while planning your weekend ahead.
Saturday: Lake Ullswater and Surroundings
Morning: Start with a leisurely breakfast at the farm using local produce. Then head down to Ullswater, one of the most beautiful lakes in the district and conveniently close to Low Nest Farm.
Mid-morning: Take a gentle cruise on the Ullswater Steamer. These historic vessels provide spectacular views of the surrounding fells and are a relaxing way to appreciate the landscape. You can disembark at different points around the lake.
Lunch: Stop at the Waterside Café in Pooley Bridge or pack a picnic to enjoy at one of the many scenic spots along the lakeside.
Afternoon: Visit Aira Force, a magnificent waterfall set in enchanting woodland. The walk is relatively easy and the sight of water cascading 70 feet down through a rocky ravine is truly spectacular.
Evening: Return to Low Nest Farm to freshen up, then enjoy dinner at the award-winning Another Place restaurant, where floor-to-ceiling windows offer stunning views across Ullswater while you dine.
Sunday: Countryside Charm and Hidden Gems
Morning: Enjoy a lie-in followed by a relaxed breakfast. Then take a gentle drive to the charming village of Grasmere, about 30 minutes from Low Nest Farm.
Mid-morning: Visit Dove Cottage, once home to poet William Wordsworth, and stroll around the peaceful village that inspired much of his poetry.
Lunch: Stop at the famous Grasmere Gingerbread Shop to pick up their unique spicy-sweet gingerbread, then enjoy lunch at one of the village’s cozy tearooms.
Afternoon: Take a leisurely walk around Grasmere lake on the flat, circular path that offers beautiful views without being strenuous.
Late afternoon: On your way back to Low Nest Farm, stop at Castlerigg Stone Circle near Keswick. This ancient monument offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and is particularly atmospheric in the late afternoon light.
Evening: For your final night, enjoy a special dinner at the Fellpack in Keswick, known for its creative, locally-sourced menu, or return to Low Nest Farm for a cozy night in with a bottle of wine and perhaps a board game by the fire.
Monday Morning: Farewell
Before departing, take one last stroll around the farm grounds to soak in the tranquility and views that make the Lake District so special.