Links
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Lake District Activities
www.millyardstudios.co.uk
A working space for artists, Exhibitions and open days, Specialist courses and workshops. A fantastic studio in the cultural village of Staveley nr. Windermere hosted by David Penn and Pam Williamson.
www.zestuk.co.uk
Zest UK is Lancashire’s only activity and social club for people of all ages.
www.nationaltrust.co.uk/fellfootpark
Fell Foot Park the
National Trust Gardens in Newby Bridge are a great place to picnic sail and have fun with the kids.
www.lake-district-peninsulas.co.uk/attractions
For more information on the Ancient market town of Ulverston which is the birth place of Stan Laurel and also home of the World renowned Welfare State Arts Company now under the title of Lanternhouse Arts.
www.booths.co.uk
Booths Supermarkets in Windermere and Ulveston are open until 8pm Mon-Sat and 4pm on Sun. They stock a wide variety of groceries and specialise in local and organic produce.
www.aquariumofthelakes.co.uk
Aquarium of the Lakes, award winning visitor attraction situated at Lakeside Newby Bridge only a ferry ride away from our Fell Foot Woods location.
www.cumbria-calling.co.uk
This site covers all you need to know about
the Lake District and Cumbria and has an up-to-date list of all attractions and events in the area, weather and the history of the Lake District.
www.goape.co.uk
Go Ape - high wire forest adventure, best tourism experience 2005. In the heart of the Lake Districts Grizedale Forest.
www.bangondrumming.co.uk
For expert African djembe drumming tuition and performance by Jo Clayton of the very popular Lancaster based all girl djembe band Sista Slap.
www.cumbria.gov.uk
Recycle waste such as paper, bottles and cans (sites in Windermere, Backbarrow and Ulverston, see this site for details).
www.keswickmuseum.co.uk.
Early stone axes and many other archaeological finds can be seen along with artworks from the local area at.
www.lakedistrictllamas.co.uk
Why not have a truly unique experience and go llama trekking?
Lake District Llama Trekking offers llama treks and picnics in different locations in the area
www.nationaltrust.com
Explore Lakeland towns and villages and discover the history of the area at its castles and historical houses many of which are owned by the National Trust
www.wilfs-cafe.co.uk
Visit Wilf’s Café in Staveley nr. Kendal for locally sourced vegetarian food and areal hip place to hangout. You can enjoy free guided walks on Fridays and Sundays in the summer months.
www.cartmelstickytoffeepudding.co.uk
The Lake District is the home of the World famous Cartmel Sticky Toffee Pudding once tasted never forgotten mmmmm…
www.masonsarmsstrawberrybank.co.uk
Local Damson Gin and Ale can be sampled along with expertly prepared gourmet food at the picturesque Mason’s Arms at Strawberry Bank just over the hill from the Fell Foot Woods site (see locations page)
www.lowsizerghbarn.co.uk
Low Sizergh Barn has won many awards for its organic local produce and its working organic dairy farm. Why not visit its newly refurbished café (refurbished by local bespoke furniture designer John Purcell www.outofthewoods.co.uk) where you can view the organic dairy herd being milked.
www.evolveaddict.com/kendalcalling/
Kendal Calling has been named as one of Britain’s best small festivals and this year has attracted ex Libertines guitarist now fronting the Dirty Pretty Things.
www.olivefashionwear.co.uk
Olive women’s wear shop is a must for all women and girls visiting Ulverston. They sell the most unusual and wacky fashions, shoes, accessories and jewellery.
www.taffythomas.co.uk
Taffy Thomas is one of the countries most celebrated story tellers. From his home in Grasmere village where he has a storytelling garden he travels the world regaling stories old and new to spellbound audiences.
info@taffythomas.co.uk
www.surf-the-turf.co.uk
The UK's coolest and fastest growing sport of
mountainboarding hits the
South Lakes at Surf the Turf,
The South Lakes Mountainboarding Centre!
Well-Being & Enviroment
www.permaculture.co.uk
Tipi Living a simple living book by Patrick Whitefield for sale along with other subject info, magazines and books all on the subject of sustainable eco-living.
www.fairylandtrust.org
The Fairies Party Calendar, keep in touch with
Fairyland activities.
The Fairyland Trust aims to engage children, families and others in conservation, by appreciating the magic of nature. It uses myths, legends, folklore and magical traditions to introduce ecology and natural history. It works to encourage the exploration and discovery of wildlife and natural places and things through enjoyment and by stimulating the imagination. Because of this, it does not use images of fairies, elves or other 'magical things' - only nature itself.
www.greenhandbook.co.uk
A directory of alternative & complementary therapists, counselling, organic food, vegetarian cafés, health products, eco-products, martial arts, meditation, personal growth, sustainable crafts, green businesses.
www.medicine-garden.com
The Medicine Garden, medical herbalist in Ulverston combines herbal consultation with nutritional advice and shows you how to put together foods with herbs which make… “food your medicine and medicine your food” (Hippocrates).
www.lowimpactliving.co.uk
Low-Impact Living Initiative (LILI) is a non-profit organisation whose mission is to help people reduce their impact on the environment, improve their quality of life, gain new skills, live in a healthier and more satisfying way, have fun, and save money.
Web Network
www.wolfglentipis.co.uk
Wolf Glen Tipis make the best handcrafted Sioux Indian Tipis.
Wolf Glen Tipis are lovingly made by hand in the heart of the Scottish Borders. Traditional Sioux designs combine with outstanding craftsmanship and quality materials to create a unique, versatile shelter that is both beautiful and practical.
www.middlewood.org.uk
Middle Wood Trust is a charity set up to provide education in sustainable methods of wildlife conservation, food production, forestry, energy production, building methods and harmonious living.
www.stridingedge.co.uk
Striding Edge is a great band that harness the spirit of Cumbria. Available to play at any venue.
Striding Edge create vital, uplifting dance music and song rooted in Lakeland tradition. They've spent eleven years on the road, continuously playing concerts and ceilidhs all around England, with occasional forays abroad. Through hard work and personal recommendation by their clients, they have evolved into one of the most popular English roots-ceilidh bands from the North West.
www.lake-district-yurts.co.uk
Full Circle -
Lake District Yurts are a
Yurt Hotel Company located in the beautiful grounds of
Rydal Hall right in the heart of the Cumbria. The Yurt comes complete with wood burning heater, beds, oven, stove, lighting and much more. You are guarenteed to have a wonderful experience of living at nature's door and of a very different Holiday in the Lake District!
www.magicbeans-design.co.uk
Magic Beans are a
design company based in Cumbria. We specialize in
developing small business with our
affordable design services.
Magic Beans are a perfect choice when considering;
Web Design,
Printing Services,
Graphic Design,
Logo Design,
Corporate ID,
Photography,
Illustration and much more - Call
Magic Beans The Creative Design Studio, and let us help you to
design your future. Tel: +44 (0) 1228 532422.
www.eventshouse.co.uk
The Events House are A leading supplier of
corporate events,
evening entertainment and
games hire for the UK.
The Events House specialize in coordinating the highest quality
teambuilding events and activities,
promotional events and
event managment.
www.bouncybounce.co.uk
Bouncy Bounce are
event organizers based in Yorkshire, producing
corporate events and team building events for the UK. They have a great selection of
games to hire and are a leading supplier of
inflatable games and diverse entertainment equipment.
www.adrenalincomp.no
Adrenalin Compagniet are an
events management team based in Norway who realize the production of small and large scale events. Adrenalin host a multitude of products from
deep sea diving to
abseiling and adventure tours.
www.myspace.com/fellfootwoods/
Lakeland Forest Fuels will supply you with logs, kindling, gas, coal, barbecue charcoal and many other outdoor needs such as candles, lighting and hammocks. Also arena for music and events. Contact Mr. Barry Houghton.
phoenixpilgrim@hotmail.com
The Green Shee present Stories for the Lord of Faery as told by the Gnomad and his Harp. Storytelling for all ages based on traditional Celtic and Scottish Faery tales. Hosted by Lady Longbottom in the Green Shee Yurt.
www.altinkumapartment.com
Altinkim Apartment, holiday let in Altinkum Turkey close to the beach with fantastic view of the coastline from the apartment. The Apartment enclosure comes with an outdoor swimming pool, Indoor heated swimming pool, outdoor jacuzzi, café bar and restaurant, children’s play area, large sunbathing areas, fully equipped fitness centre, games room, Internet service with broadband connection, lifts on all blocks, free private minibus service, onsite security. Come book your stay in our wonderful Apartment.
www.basstoneslap.com
Bass Tone Slap, offer
drumming workshops and
drumming performances within the UK. They specialize in
conferencing icebreakers and
team building workshops for
re-energizers and
group cohesion exercises.
Bass Tone Slap creates various
performance events including many different styles and themes, book them and experience it yourself.
www.bristolbayadventures.com
A true
Alaskan wilderness experience in the comfort of a
Bristol Bay fishing lodge. Whether you fish or hunt we provide you with a variety of opportunities and campsites on the
fabled Nushagak River.
www.casanova-menswear.co.uk
Casanova Menswear, a
mens clothing store in Carlisle stocking the highest quality in mens clothing. Casanova stock Suits, Shirts & Ties, Casual Wear, Jeans, Trousers, Evening Wear, Belts & Shoes. Here at Casanova we offer a very friendly service and are more than happy to help you find that outfit your looking for. Look no further for clothing in Cumbria, come and see us at
Casanova Menswear.
www.theplacetopotter.com
The Place To Potter ceramic cafe and gift shop. Located in the
Scottish Borders in the town of
Peebles they offer the evermore popular,
walk in pottery cafe, where you can sit,
relax and be creative. Other than just
casual pottering they provide
pottery parties,
pottery classes,
ceramic gifts and many
pottery events.
www.nomadiccamping.co.uk
The uk’s no 1 alternative camping directory.
www.reinvent-event-management.com
Reinvent is an innovative
Irish event management and corporate entertainment company. Specialising in
event production and
bespoke theming, as well as supplying a wide range of
talented acts and performers from across Ireland and further afield.
www.holidaypad.net
Holiday Pad is a treasure trove of exciting and unusual travel ideas compiled by people
who love to go on holiday, for people who love to go on holiday. Cited by The Guardian
as being one of their top ten favourite travel blogs
http://www.guardian.co.uk/travel/2007/jul/23/topten.blogs.