We are happy to assist visitors (if they so wish) with itineraries that cover their interests. From our extensive knowledge of the region, we can advise on all kinds of walks from high-level fells to easy low-level/riverside strolls: cycle routes, places to picnic, to swim or just to admire the scenery. We also know where to park the car, catch the bus and where you can eat and drink. If you have a special interest, e.g. literary associations of the region, natural history, historical connections, let us know and we can help you get the most out of your visit.

Below is just a selection of the places to visit.

Within a short drive of Arendal Guest House

• Lake District - Ullswater (5 miles) with its spectacular lakeside and fell walks, the famous Aira Force waterfall and steamer trips on the water and Haweswater (9 miles) are the nearest lakes. Penrith offers easy access to the beautiful Northern and Western Lakes and Fells.
  
• The Eden Valley – Often described as the most beautiful valley in England with its wide variety of lovely walks, pretty villages and fascinating stone carvings and circles all set against the backdrop of the North Pennine hills.
  
• The North Pennines – An area of outstanding natural beauty with its lovely villages set against the imposing Pennine escarpment. Superb walking in this quieter area.
  
• Rheged - The Village in the Hill (international award winning visitors centre – Europe’s largest grass covered building)
  
• Brougham Castle (English Heritage) - 13th century fortress once owned by Lady Anne Clifford and the nearby Brougham Hall and Craft Centre
  
• Hutton in the Forest - historic home of Lord and Lady Inglewood. Superb house, walled garden and woodland walks.
  
• Upfront Gallery and Marionette Theatre – Excellent programme of exhibitions, sculpture garden, wide variety of high quality gifts. Vegetarian restaurant serving delicious food.
  
• Lowther Castle and Parkland – 3000 acres of woodland. Amazing view of castle and walks along the River. Set alongside the lovely village of Askham.
  
• Rookin House - Outdoor activity centre offering paintballing, go-karting, horse riding, archery and quad biking, etc.
  
• Dalemain - Historic House & Gardens close to Lake Ullswater in the Lake District.
  
• Ullswater Steamers - Cruising aboard Raven or Lady of the Lake on Ullswater, one of England's loveliest lakes, is as much a pleasure today as it was 100 years ago.