Things To Do
As well as the many Allerdale events (left), Allerdale offers a wonderful collection of things to do and explore including regular farmer's markets plus lots of things you must see while your're in Allerdale and plenty of family fun activities to enjoy.
General Markets
Cockermouth (Kirkgate) Market, last Saturday of the month, 9:30am to 12:30pm
Keswick Market, every Thursday and Saturday from 9am to 4.30pm.
Silloth Market, every Thursday Easter to October
Wigton Market, every Friday 9am to 5pm
Farmer's Markets
Cockermouth, 1st Saturday of the month.
Keswick, 2nd Thursday of the month.
Allerdale Castles
Cockermouth Castle: is a historic fortress with a rich and varied history located in Cockermouth. Originally built by the Normans in the 12th century, the castle has undergone several renovations and additions over the centuries. It played a significant role in the border conflicts between England and Scotland and was later the ancestral home of the influential Percy family. Today, the castle stands as a picturesque ruin, with its imposing walls and towers offering glimpses into its former grandeur.
Family Fun
South Lakes Safari Zoo: The zoo is home to over 1,000 of the rarest and most endangered animals in unique natural environments which enable you to get as close as physically possible to experience the amazing creatures with which we share our planet. Wander amongst kangaroos, wallabies, and emus. Be amazed as free-flying macaws soar overhead. Participate in animal feeding experiences or be a zookeeper for a day.
Grizedale Forest: Explore the forest on two wheels, foot or horse back and keep your eyes peeled along the way for our unique sculptures which are dotted throughout the forest. Adrenaline junkies should head to the Treetop Challenge or Zip Trekking Adventure if seriously high-level tree-top crossings and incredible zip wire flights get your pulse quickening.
Treetop Nets: Bounce, slide and explore your way along this unique adventure set high up in the trees of Windermere. Treetop Nets will see you enjoying 1-2 hours of bouncy fun, with ball parks, a crawl tunnel, super-fast slides and aerial walkways to get stuck into. This family-friendly activity under the tree canopy is the perfect option for mini-adventurers and parents who want a guaranteed early night.
Must See
Max The Miracle Dog: Kerry Irving, Max’s owner, created an online community through daily livestreams of their walks throughout the pandemic. Max was awarded a PDSA Order of Merit, known as the amimal OBE, for his work in improving the nation’s mental health. Kerry had Max trained as a therapy dog in 2016 and during the pandemic he became a virtual therapy dog for the nation.
