English Lakes are always delighted to host Car and Bike Clubs. They make such a grand spectacle lined up in all their resplendence at the entrance to the hotels, or as they sweep out of the car park en masse for a day’s adventure in the surrounding countryside.
Jaguar XK line up at The Midland[/caption]
Recently we welcomed two such groups – the Jaguar XK Club to The Midland, at the start and finish of their Coast to Coast rally, and the Harley Davidson Club to Lancaster House.
International Jaguar XK Club
Photo Credit: International Jaguar XK Club[/caption]
Cars Made for Driving!
The emphasis of the Jaguar XK Club is very much on using the cars – “the XK was designed to be driven!” With club members in more than fifty countries around the world, the club boasts Sir Stirling Moss as their Patron, the XK playing an important role in his early career.
Michael Griffiths, the Club’s northern representative, remembers The Midland from earlier in his life.
As a teenager I came to dances at The Midland. In the 1960’s we held our Car Club committee meetings in the Rotunda and our Illumination Rallies always finished at The Midland.
The 2016 Coast to Coast drive brought members from all over the UK together and many were eager to experience The Midland for the first time.
Photo Credit: International Jaguar XK Club[/caption]
Michael reports,
They thought the hotel was wonderful. In fact, they have insisted that we book again for next September. The staff were absolutely superb, from ensuring the cars were looked after in the car park to the wonderful meals that we enjoyed in the restaurant overlooking the bay.
Harley Davidson Owners Club
Lancaster House welcomed 47 members of the Bristol-based Great Western Chapter Harley Davidson Club. They enjoyed fine weather for their long weekend tour through the Cotswolds to Bletchley Park, on to Whitby through the Yorkshire Dales and Lancashire before heading home.
Yvonne Roberts, tour organiser said,
We enjoyed our stay at Lancaster House and we were pleased that parking had been reserved for our 30 bikes. Chef even organised a 7 am breakfast for us so that we could get on the road bright and early.
Club members enjoy fortnightly rideouts, led by Harley trained Road Captains and experienced marshalls. Mid year they have their own rally ‘Hogs in the Hayfields’. The group have lots of fun touring scenic Britain but are also involved in valuable charity work. At the moment they are supporting Freewheelers Emergency Voluntary Service, a Blood Bikes charity based in the South West of England.
Here to help you organise your next Car or Bike Tour
There’s so much to think about when planning a tour for a group of individuals – from food choices, venue, type of bed, time of breakfast. Our sales team has a wealth of experience in tailoring arrangements to meet your specific needs. Whether you are considering our beautiful Lake District Hotels or delights of Lancashire, whether your group is 5 or 105, call 015394 39455 and we will help get you on the road to your next adventure.
On their Golden Wedding anniversary, Nell & David Adcock decided to revisit Low Wood Bay where they had spent their honeymoon. Looking through their original wedding mementos, they found the final bill for their 4-night stay at the Windermere hotel – £20.16! At the time they would never have made the connection between the price and the year of their 50th anniversary. To mark this special occasion, Low Wood Bay was delighted to honour the rate from 1966. Rea Howell, PA to the Low Wood Manager, shares their story.
David and Nell return to Low Wood Bay for their Golden Wedding. Meeting with Rea in the lounge[/caption]
We consider Low Wood our hotel. We honeymooned here then returned for our Silver, Ruby and now Golden Wedding Anniversary. It is special to us and we have been made so welcome by everyone, it will always be our Low Wood.
A Spark, and a Spring that led to a Ring
When Nell & David met at work in 1961, Nell was a shy 14 year old just out of school and David was an engineer called to fix an issue on her punch card machine, just two days after she started work. Her work colleagues noticed a spark between them and so a friend bent a spring on her machine just to get David to come back! This got David in some trouble as it was seen as a repeat call which was not company standard. It was obviously worth it though, and certainly paid off.
1966 was a big year for Nell & David. They bought their first house in January and married in the September. A camping trip to Troutbeck that Easter led them to book Low Wood for their honeymoon – their first ever stay in a hotel.
There was no huge song and dance of getting down on one knee. We knew we wanted to get married so we just started planning the wedding.
Escaping Tradition – almost!
Nell & David were married at the local church where Nell’s Father was Organ Master. Nell recalls the panic when 3 weeks before the big day they returned to the Bakery they had booked as caterers, only to discover the business had gone and was now an electrical shop.
It was only 3 weeks to go and I just thought, what are we going to do? Luckily a colleague who worked in the canteen stepped in and did the catering. It was such a panic at the time though.
It was tradition that friends would decorate your car when you got married, usually with lipstick which could mark the paint. David vividly recalls parking their Morris Minor out of view and getting his Father to drive them down the road before doubling back for the car. Their friends chased them shouting, ‘We know where you live!’ When they returned from honeymoon their house was decorated from top to bottom with toilet roll, and the neighbours weren’t too impressed.
After escaping their friends they travelled to Low Wood Bay, ensuring they stopped and changed their clothes en route. They were almost embarrassed to be newlyweds and were desperate just to blend in, even wondering at breakfast whether anyone had guessed.
The Secret of a Happy Marriage
When asking Nell and David about what makes a successful marriage Nell comments,
The first year is all about learning to consider this other person in your life. I remember in our 1st year of marriage we needed to buy a fridge. Needless to say, we couldn’t agree and so I walked off thinking David would follow me. I ended up walking to the next village which is about 5 miles away! After the first year, marriage is all about tolerance and understanding from both sides. You need to be tolerant of each other and not hold a grudge.
David sees marriage in a very similar way.
You need to understand that you don’t see things the same. Things wash over me that Nell sees differently – like the fridge!
Congratulations to Nell and David. It was wonderful to welcome them back to Low Wood Bay and to listen to their fond memories.
Perfect for Honeymoon Couples
Planning your honeymoon, an anniversary or just a romantic get away, Low Wood Bay is still the perfect venue.
Paul Hamilton is one of a team at Low Wood Bay who welcome our guests as they arrive at the Gatehouse.
Last week he was delighted to open the barrier to some stunning cars from the Hell Yeah Rally 2018 who were staying with us during the Lake District leg of their rally. Quick thinking Paul managed to capture a few images of the impressive motors before they took off to the Cumbria International Motor Show.
Paul on welcome duty at Low Wood Bay Gatehouse, often our guests first point of contact
Breathtaking Roads and Scenery
The Hell Yeah Rally 2018 Lake District Tour set off from Alexanders Prestige in North Yorkshire on Thursday 17th May 2018. There were twenty-six cars in total on the 4-day rally. They came from all over UK and Europe, the furthest afield being an R33 Nissan Skyline GTR from The Netherlands.
Heading to the Lake District via The Yorkshire Dales, the rally took in some of the UK’s most breathtaking roads and scenery. They stopped over at some remotely located pubs and several spa hotels in the Lake District, including Low Wood Bay Here’s what a couple of the rally participants thought of the roads…
“This year’s Lake District Rally was great fun from start to finish. The organisers, Jeff and Tony had mapped out some amazing routes with roads and views to match anything elsewhere in Europe. We took in mountain passes with tight switch-backs and lakeside drives with views so stunning that although the focus is always on driving, we just had to pull in a few times to take it all in and take a few photos”.AD, Derbyshire
“The Hell Yeah Rally was an amazing trip through the Lake District sampling some of the best roads in the area, made all the better with the like-minded people on the tour with us. The stay at Low Wood was very enjoyable, our room had a lovely view overlooking the Lake. I really liked the modern features of the hotel, especially the fireplace at the entrance.” CB, AlexandriaPrevious
Hell Yeah Rally at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa Credit Robert Curme
Hell Yeah Rally at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa Credit Robert Curme
Hell Yeah Rally at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa Credit Robert Curme
Hell Yeah Rally at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa Credit Robert Curme
Hell Yeah Rally at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa Credit Robert Curme
Hell Yeah Rally at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa Credit Robert Curme
Hell Yeah Rally at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa Credit Robert Curme
Hell Yeah Rally at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa Credit Robert Curme
Hell Yeah Rally at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa Credit Robert CurmeNext
Created Thursday, May 17, 2018, by Tina Taylor
Stunning scenery from previous car rallies visiting English Lakes Hotels
South Lakeland’s Supercar Show
Following the rally, on Sunday 20th May 2018, 20 of the cars that took part in the rally will be displayed at the Cumbria International Motor Show at Westmorland Show Ground. Now in its 6th consecutive year, the Cumbria International Motor is South Lakeland’s premier Supercar Show, a luxurious event appealing to collectors, buyers, dealers, owners and enthusiasts who prefer a more intimate and engaging motoring experience. There was also plenty of entertainment at the show along with talks from famous car-related celebrities such as The Gentleman Racer, Tom Howard, and Don Wales who holds the World Land Speed Record for a Steam Car and previous record holder of Project Runningblade, the World’s Fastest Lawn Mower.
Tony, the rally organiser commented, “We had a fantastic weekend and Low Wood was a great place to stay. We are thinking of staying in the same hotel for all 3 nights next year so we will see you next year!”.
Perfect Venues for Car Rallies
With spectacular views, Spa facilities and a touch of luxury, Low Wood Bay is the perfect stopping off point for car enthusiasts.
Low Wood Bay Resort on Windermere
The Midland in Morecambe has also welcomed a range of classic and super cars. Their owners always have interesting anecdotes of their travels around the country and further afield. If you are planning a Car Rally or any other corporate event, give our team a call and they would be happy to help with your planning 015394 39469.
Guests at English Lakes Hotels, Resorts and Venues always find either Sam the Dog or Boris the Boar waiting to greet them in their bedroom at the hotels. These cuddly toys are there to welcome our junior guests, but can also be purchased and taken home. They have found their way all around the world – you may even have seen Sam’s exploits in space!
Sam the dog on the edge of Space
Sam brings another valuable benefit to young people in our community. Proceeds from the sale of Sam and Boris are donated to local charities and organisations that support children with specific needs.
Recently, it was a delight to witness the significant impact that Sam’s donation has made to a group of local children at Sandside Lodge School who have been able to take ownership of Smartbox Eye Gaze equipment.
Danielle with her sons, Archie and Harrison
Danielle Gaskin, the mother of one of the pupils explains what this means for her son, Harrison.
The eye gaze camera equipment that Sandside Lodge School were able to purchase with help from English Lakes Hotels & Sam’s Club generous donation has opened up a whole new world of communication for many students, one being my son Harrison, aged 13. Harrison has a rare type of epilepsy that has contributed to what is called ‘global developmental delay’. He has no speech and has limited understanding of his environment. Since 4 years old the school have encouraged Harrison to communicate by picture association & tried to build on this with ’cause & effect’ exercises. Harrison has been able to focus on simple pictures to make ‘choices’.
Since he has been working with the eye gaze camera and building on the ability to focus as a way of being able to communicate, it has given him the opportunity to engage & interact with people, making it exciting & fun, but opening up a world of understanding for him! His teachers have already said that he visibly shows his happiness & joy in his sessions as when he holds his focus on a highlighted area on the screen for a set number of seconds that will then smash a bottle, or water a seed to make a flower grow, or look at a familiar face and ‘custard pie’ it (one of his favourites!) This delights him as his understanding grows that he is in control!
This basic skill can then be increased for him to make choices and eventually to recognise simple words so that he can communicate his wishes and needs to us. I cannot say how overwhelmed and blessed I am, as are the teachers. Working with at least five children so far, they have been able to see them connect & ‘have a voice’ through this equipment! It has been so empowering to the students academically, socially & personally. One teacher told me she had cried seeing one child ‘come alive’ when realising she was being heard through the screen.
I can never fully put into words how this has impacted my son and those students at Sandside Lodge but I hope this has given a glimpse into how it will enhance their lives and open up amazing opportunities for them to participate more completely in life!
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22 Miles in 22 Days
Swim22 Challenge – the distance of The English Channel
We are extremely proud of Douglas Dale, English Lakes Operations Director, who has taken on the Diabetes UK Swim 22 challenge and completed it in record time. The challenge is to swim 22 miles – the same distance as swimming the English Channel – within thirteen weeks, Douglas smashed this target and completed the challenge in just nine weeks. He has donated to this worthwhile charity and hopes that his efforts will help raise awareness of the dangers of diabetes, something he knows about only too well…
Living with Diabetes
Douglas has lived with Type 1 Diabetes for over twenty-five years. It is quite a shock to learn that your pancreas, which produces insulin to control the amount of glucose in the blood, has stopped working. Type 1 Diabetes means the pancreas doesn’t produce any insulin at all, as opposed to Type 2 Diabetes when it doesn’t produce enough, or when the body’s cells don’t react to insulin.
If Diabetes isn’t managed well it can cause blindness, amputations, stroke, heart attacks, kidney disease and, for some, early death. The statistics are quite startling. In the UK, 700 people a day are told they have Diabetes, and there are around 4.5 million people in the UK living with the condition.
Diabetes UK has a mission to ensure that those suffering from Diabetes are given the very best care and support to manage the condition. They are also active in improving health care and working to prevent Diabetes Type 2 which is reaching epidemic proportions.
One Day, A Cure
For years Douglas managed his diabetes by injecting himself regularly with insulin. It would have been unthinkable 25 years ago that syringes and needles would not be needed to manage the condition. Nowadays, Douglas uses an Omnipod, a personalised system that delivers insulin when it is needed, delivered with the push of a button and no needles in sight. It is waterproof and allows Douglas complete freedom to swim as and when he chooses without removing the device.
As well as supporting Diabetic sufferers, Diabetes UK are the leading charitable funder of research into the condition and continue the quest to understand the causes of diabetes and, ultimately, find a cure.
Swimming – A Great Way to Keep Fit and Stay Active
Although there is no way to prevent Type 1 Diabetes, keeping fit and active, and adopting a healthy diet, is an important factor in reducing the chances of getting Diabetes Type 2. Swmming is an
Douglas completed the Swim22 challenge in the pools at the Health Club at Low Wood Bay and at Sandpiper Club, Lancaster House. He set himself the target of swimming 106 lengths, or 1 mile, each time he visited the Clubs so that he would complete the challenge in 22 days. There is still time to challenge yourself for Swim22, or just challenge yourself to start your own fitness challenge.
Above, the pool at Low Wood Bay. Below, the Sandpiper Club
Congratulations Douglas!
We are counting the days to the Lancaster Food and Drink Festival – this year over THREE days. Who wouldn’t want to spend their May Bank Holiday with fellow foodies, soaking up a carnival atmosphere and tasting the best of Lancashire produce?
Based at the site of GB Antiques Centre, the country’s biggest indoor antiques and furniture centre, Lancaster Food and Drink Festival is just half a mile from Lancaster’s historic city centre. Green fields and open countryside, perfect for a day out with the family.
Everything from paella to pancakes, cordials to chocolate churros, artisan bread to locally brewed ale, spices to pizza slices, pork sausage to prosecco. Remember to bring your appetite.
Tasty Miniatures
The kitchen and bar teams at Lancaster House have designed some tasty miniature examples of our popular Lancashire dishes. Bite-size portions of what’s available from our Foodworks Restaurant and Sandeman Bar menus at Lancaster House. We’ve even managed to wrap a Roast Beef Dinner in a Yorkshire Pudding. These are free samples, but we are supporting North West Cancer Research, and all donations will be greatly appreciated.
Here’s our Samples Menu:
Saturday, 5th May
Traditional Lancashire Parched Peas
Lancashire Lamb Hot Pot
Sandeman Port Cocktail
Miniature Lancashire Hot Pot
Sunday, 6th May
Battered Lancashire Haggis
Roast Beef Dinner wrapped in Yorkshire pudding with Pigs in Blankets
White Sandeman Port Cocktail
Monday, 7th May
Lancashire Ginger Parkin and Toffee Sauce
Taste of Lancashire Cheese served with Sandeman Port Jelly
Lancashire Ginger Parkin and Toffee Sauce
Lancaster Food and Drink Festival – See you there!
Fifty Artisan Stalls; Hot Street Food; Craft Ales; Gifts & Goodies; Live Music; Children’s Activities; Demonstrations
Where?
The Beer Garden at Lancaster Leisure Park, Wyresdale Road, Lancaster, LA1 3LA
When?
Saturday, 5th May to Monday, 7th May, noon to 6 pm each day
All Welcome!
FREE of charge event and FREE parking
A special day in the English Lakes calendar, 24th March was when we announced the winners of our 2016 Employees of the Year. Directors and nominees attended a beautiful lunch at Lancaster House, eager to have the winners of seven different categories, including the prestigious MRWB Award, announced. A short citation taken from the nominations was read, and the winners received certificates and champagne.
Front of House Team Member of the Year
Often the first contact with guests on entering our premises, the criteria for this person are professionalism, knowledge of the company and complete customer focus
24 Nominations, 3 Shortlisted Nominees
- Jeanette Simpson, The Wild Boar
- Debbie Oliver, Low Wood Bay
- Daniel Nevinson, Low Wood Bay Health Club
and the winner is…
Debbie Oliver, Low Wood Bay
Always there when you need her, Debbie has a wealth of knowledge that you can’t put a value on, and is the foundation and heart of Low Wood Bay Reception. She always has a smile on her face and brings an uplifting warmth to the atmosphere of the hotel. We salute Debbie for over 15 years in her role at Low Wood Bay.
Chef of the Year
Nominees in this category exhibit skill, enthusiasm and professionalism and are integral to the smooth running of our food operation.
23 Nominations, 4 Shortlisted Nominees
- Eddie Livingstone, The Midland
- Philip Gavin, Low Wood Bay
- Ben Barker, Waterhead
- Nick Martin, Waterhead
- and the winner is…
Nick Martin, Waterhead
Dedicated to the progression of the menu and food production at Waterhead, in just over a year and a half Nick has transformed the offering and taken it to new heights in terms of creativity and quality. He is passionate about passing on his knowledge to the team, and encourages and motivates everyone in the kitchen.
F & B Team Member of the Year
Awarded to the person who has shown outstanding ability and knowledge in their field and customer focus throughout the year.
21 Nominations, 4 Shortlisted Nominees
- Daniel Fox, Waterhead
- Alin Pastragus, The Wild Boar
- Jamie Walker, The Midland
- Paul Cristian Banu, The Wild Boar
and the winner is …
Jamie Walker, The Midland
Jamie’s knowledge of the products he serves is fantastic, and his creations are phenomenal. He was integral in helping to put together the gin menu at The Midland and the great selection of rums and vodkas. He is always enthusiastic and wants only the best for the guests, the Rotunda, his colleagues and the hotel.
Housekeeping Team Member of the Year
Essential in the hospitality industry – the nominees for this category bring an extra shine with their attention to detail, quality standards and customer focus.
14 nominations, 4 shortlisted nominees
- Tammy Wilkinson, Low Wood Bay
- Jimmy Smylie, Lancaster House
- Gail Atkinson-Barlow, Lancaster
- Enrique Olmedo, Waterhead
and the winner is … Gail Atkinson-Barlow
A key player in the department, Gail is well respected and will take her hat off to anything to ensure the smooth running of the hotel. Her care and commitment shines through every day, and is delighted when she can go the extra mile for guests. Very popular with her colleagues, she is the go-to girl for colleagues who need a friendly ear and good advice.
Support Staff Team Member of the Year
The criteria for this award is consistent service that goes above and beyond expectations and makes raving fans out of their colleagues.
16 nominations and 6 shortlisted nominees
- Tim Farmer, Accounts Dept
- Jennifer Greenhalgh, Group Sales
- Julie Elliott, Accounts Dept
- Val Still, Group Opportunities
- Denise Barnes, CRS
- Vanessa Thackray, Lancaster House Personnel
and the joint winners are …
Denise Barnes, CRS and Julie Elliott, Accounts Dept, English Lakes
Julie has been in the department for almost two years now, and I don’t know what we would do without her. She is a real asset to the team – hardworking, friendly and with a nothing-is-too-much-trouble attitude.
A dedicated member of the CRS and well respected by all her colleagues, Denise is known as a thinker and a researcher. In 2016 she took it upon herself to monitor how many people called into the hotels to buy EL vouchers, only to be told they had to contact CRS or go via the website. Denise then suggested we sell the vouchers at the Reception of each unit – a suggestion which yielded almost £8.5K in the run up to Christmas alone.
Unsung Hero
Nominees for this award perform an excellent job, helping the smooth running and performance of the company – normally out of the limelight.
31 Nominations, 7 Shortlisted Nominees
- Paul Brown, Low Wood Bay Watersports
- Ondrej Heczko, Waterhead
- Jade Hackett, Sandpiper Club
- Dorota Suwala, The Midland
- Harvie Rollins, English Lakes
- Jimmy Smylie, Lancaster House
- Michael Parker, Low Wood Bay
and the winner is… Michael Parker, Low Wood Bay, who, unfortunately, was unable to attend the event.
Mick has worked as Night Manager for 17 years at Low Wood and has witnessed the dramas (staff and guests) and dealt with awkward scenarios, drunken guests, cleaned up sick and worse. Through all this he has remained calm and completely professional. He is the greatest support to Low Wood, doing night audits and banking – and will spend an entire night finding 5p if the banking is out.
MRWB Award
This is our annual award made in memory of Michael Berry and awarded to the individual team member who, by their effort, has made the most significant contribution to the success of the company in the previous twelve month period.
25 Nominations, 3 Shortlisted Nominees:
and the winner is…
Approachable, always on hand, hard working, inspiring, respect – just some of the words that the team use to describe Mark. He has taken The Midland to a new standard of quality and service, and created a positive, safe workplace where team members feel valued and appreciated. Mark has brought his passion for hospitality to the job, and is generous with his time in coaching others. Mark Needham – the heart of The Midland.
Special Thanks to…
Mrs Jean Berry, wife of the late Michael Berry, who presented the prizes.
and…
Noah Jay, Lancaster House, who came in on his day off to take the photos!
On Mother’s Day, Mums are presented with flowers, choccies, perfume or sometimes a thoughtful personalised gift. Don’t get me wrong, any and every gift is cherished, especially the glitter-laden home-made card. However, research has shown, and I can testify to most of these in various seasons of life, that the most-wanted list is really quite simple …
Children, fathers, take note!
Sleep
How many young Mum’s just crave a night of undisturbed slumber, where the 3 am closed-eye zombie shuffle to settle an infant is, for one night of bliss, another life away? Sleep deprivation, a well known instrument of torture… no wonder Mums’ dream of dreaming the night away.
Gift inspiration: Book the in-laws and book a room to sleep in!
Here are a few rooms that we can offer within our family of hotels
Adult Conversation
We choose to spend lots of time with our toddlers endlessly repeating the same word, phrases, nursery rhymes because we know it is good for their vocabulary, but what about ours? Something happens when you have pretended to like plastic peas for the thirtieth time to the tune of “Num, num, num” There is a real danger of our brains turning to mushy (peas).
Gift inspiration : A girly afternoon tea with a view
Who wouldn’t love Afternoon Tea at The Midland!
Me Time!
Taxi driver, picky eater personal chef, potty trainer, housekeeper, ABC and 123 teacher, tooth-brushing inspector, dramatic story teller, road crossing patrol, lullaby singer, hugs and kisses expert, speech specialist, super hero costumes-at-short-notice maker – just a few of the jobs on Mums jobs list!
Gift inspiration: Pamper time at the local beauty salon
Me Time!
A Meal with My Family… that I Don’t Have to Cook
Planning nutritious week-day meals, shopping, food prep, picky eaters, clearing up and starting again… all reasons that Mums will very often fall at your feet weeping in gratitude when offered the seat of honour and a tasty meal cooked by someone else, surrounded by those she loves.
Gift Inspiration: Sunday lunch for the whole family
Damien, Head Chef at Lancaster House carving the roast.
Family Fun
A fun day out in the country for the whole family – fresh air, laughter, new sites and sounds, a bit of an adventure – just what’s needed to put everything back in perspective and remember why we had that family in the first place!
Gift Inspiration: A Day in the beautiful Lake District
Here are our top tips for family fun in the country
Family On Walk In Countryside
Still Time to Book Mum’s Top Treat!
At English Lakes we have comfy beds, beauty treats, afternoon teas, meals for all the family and lots of fun family activities. Have a look at our beautiful venues and choose the best fit to treat the Best Mum in the World at one of our Lake District Hotels.
Looking for suggestions for family activities in the Lake District over the Easter holidays. Here’s a few we’ve selected for you …
Where is Peter Rabbit?
Easter Treasure Trail
Wednesday 12th April 2017, from 10 am
Suggested minimum donation of £4 to WaterAid project, Malawi
Search around some lovely Lake District landscape for 100 hand-crafted limited edition ceramic eggs until they are all found. Great prizes to be won, including tickets for fantastic family attractions. To participate register online. You will then receive an email with a link to an interactive Google map and clues, which goes live on April 12th.
Boat Hire on Lake Windermere
Low Wood Bay Watersports
Explore England’s largest lake at your own pace in a rowing boat. Breathtaking views. Public jetties along the eastern shore allow you to get off the boat and explore the lakeside towns.
£16 per hour for 1-2 people
£21 per hour for 3 – 4 people
£24 per hour for 5 people
Hotel residents can enjoy a discount of 10%
Mini Monster Fun
Brockhole on Windermere
Friday, 21 April 2017, sessions at 10.30am, 12.15pm, 1.45pm and 3.15pm
£5 per child
Bug Hunt in the Brockhole Gardens. Investigate plants and creatures in the gardens and then create a monster on a stick to take home with you. Age 6 plus (children must be accompanied by an adult).
Night Sky Safari
Hawkshead
Saturday, 22nd April
Adults £10 Child £5 and Family £25
Join professional astronomer, Robert Ince, for an evening of Stargazing at Grizedale. Suitable for children 8 and over. Bookable online.
Ulverston Walk Fest
With an Archaeological Theme
Saturday 22 April – Monday 1 May 2017
Thirty-two guided walks to suit all abilities. Discover a wealth of information about the areas mining past and other historic sites. Walks programmes available in South Lakes and Furness outlets, libraries etc from the beginning of March 2017.
Great Places to Finish the Day
No day out is complete without some well-deserved refreshments. Stop off at Low Wood Bay, Waterhead or The Wild Boar for some tasty treats.
We like to keep up to date with things going on around the area so that you can plan your holiday activities. Here are a few events worth checking out in the Lancashire area, close to Lancaster House and The Midland in Morecambe.
Easter Eggstravaganza
Happy Mount Park, Morecambe
Saturday 15th April, from 12 noon
Free Admission
Meet the Easter Bunny for lots of fun and games, including an Easter egg hunt, colouring competition, races and much more. Remember to bring your handmade Easter Bonnet – adults and children – .
The Normans are Coming
Lancaster Castle
Friday, 14th – Monday, 17th April
Adults £5; Children £3
Lancaster Castle, John of Gaunt’s gatehouse
Historia Normmanis, the historical re-enactment Society, will be invading Lancaster Castle over Easter weekend. Experience how a medieval castle was run, discover life on the battlefield, combat displays, demonstrations and talks and have-a-go activities.
Morecambe Bay Brass Band
Happy Mount Park, Morecambe
Sunday, 16th April from 2.30 pm
Free Admission
Come hear some of the areas best musicians as they fill the park with lively music for all the family to enjoy. Open air event.
Comic-Con Festival
The Platform, Morecambe
Monday, 17th April, 10 am – 4 pm
Adults £5.00; Children under 12 £3.00; under 5 Free
A fun-filled family day out, bringing together TV and films stars with prop displays, stalls, and question and answer sessions. Dress up as a Star Wars or Marvel character and experience what it is like to take to the stage.
The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Attic Door Theatre at Lancaster Castle
Tuesday, 18th April – Saturday, 29th April
£22.50 – £25 (£12.50 Saturday matinee)
Shakespeare’s first play, an exuberant comedy of love charting the twists and turns of the faithful Valentine and the fickle Proteus as they pursue their dreams of love through town and country.
Performances are in the grand historic setting of the Shire Hall of Lancaster Castle, and are promenade.
And a Little Something After …
Make a day of it and drop in to either the Sandeman’s Bar at Lancaster House, or the Rotunda Bar at The Midland for refreshments.
