Activities

Hadrian’s Wall
Hideaway Loft is perfect for walkers and visitors to Hadrian’s Wall. The historic Birdoswald Roman Fort is only a few miles away, where you’ll find the longest remaining stretch of the Wall and Ruins of the Roman Fort, with walks and activities for all the family.

*To view the beautiful photographs of Hadrian’s Wall, taken by Roger Clegg, please click here.

The Lake District
The cottage is also an ideal base to explore the Lake District National Park – home to England’s highest mountain and deepest lake. The Lake District boasts a wide range of activities, attractions, and thriving local communities.

North Pennines
Another area of outstanding natural beauty, the North Pennines is one of the most remote and unspoilt places in England, offering some of the best walking and cycling routes outside of the Lakes.

Gretna Green
The wedding capital of the UK, the Famous Blacksmiths Shop, in Gretna Green, has over 260 years of history and heritage, joining couples since 1754, and now a world-class, award-winning wedding destination.

Talkin Tarn
Just a 15-minute drive away, Talkin Tarn Country Park is an ideal place for active recreation or a quiet stroll through the mature woodlands. You can also sail, windsurf, canoe or hire one of the wooden rowing boats. For additional information about activities available at Talkin Tarn, please click here.

Tullie House
Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery is Carlisle’s finest visitor attractions, and houses considerable collections of fine and decorative art, human history and natural sciences.

Rheged 
Rheged is located near Penrith, just off the M6 at J40, near Ullswater. It is housed under a unique grass roof.

Carlisle Castle
Carlisle Castle is full of historical interest within the Border City of Carlisle.