Leisure Facilities

Parklands Country Club
Parklands Country Club
English Tourism Council "A real bonus to relax in the steam room & sauna after a days walking!"
Clare & Steve, Warrington

Parklands Country Club

After a hard days walking or if you just want to pamper yourself why not relax at nearby Parklands Country Club.

All guests are offered free access. There is a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, small gym, squash and badminton and two full sized snooker tables.

A variety of massage and beauty treatments are available for an extra charge.

Sue and Barry on Orrest Head
Sue and Barry on Orrest Head

Walking

This is about a forty minute walk from St John's Lodge and a fabulous view point. There are many local walks for you to enjoy from easy woodland and lakeside walks to the more strenuous fells. We can offer advice to suit your individual needs.

Barry and Sue sailing on Windermere
Barry and Sue sailing on Windermere

Sailing

There are many ways to enjoy the lake. You can take a mini cruise or hire rowing and motor boats. Yacht hire and tuition is also available but you would need to book in advance. There is a public slipway to launch your own boats.

Julian enjoying the view from Hard Knott pass
Julian enjoying the view from Hard Knott pass

Biking

There are many popular routes for mountain bikes and cyclists. If you don't want to bring your own bike you can hire one locally.