Things to do in Langdale on a rainy day…
The Lake District is renowned for its wet weather, with rainy days often being the norm! Although we encourage you not to let the rain put you off, here are some ideas for things to do when heavy rain is really spoiling your outdoor plans…
Spa day
Langdale and nearby areas offer a few hotels with spa features for those days where you’d rather be watching the rain from a lounger with your feet up in flip-flops instead of muddy hiking boots…
Langdale Hotel- Brimstone Spa
Exclusively for adult guests staying at the Langdale Hotel, the Brimstone Spa is a luxury spa experience offering thermal pools, relaxation pools, spa therapies and indulgent food from the Spa Deli.
Family film day
On specific rainy days, mainly Saturdays or during the school holidays, the National Trust will sometimes showcase a family film at the Sticklebarn. The films are free to watch and board-games are also provided.
Waterfall walks
If its already raining, getting splashed by a waterfall won’t make much difference, plus waterfalls are often bigger and more impressive when it’s raining…
Stickle Ghyll Falls
A series of waterfalls alongside the footpath following up to Stickle Tarn, Stickle Ghyll Falls are best viewed after rainfall, with the largest cascade best seen from the wooden bridge about a mile up the Ghyll. The falls continue up the valley side falling into a number of rock pools cutting into the mountainside.
Dungeon Ghyll Force
Dungeon Ghyll Force is an impressive 40 feet drop of water; visiting this waterfall after heavy rain will be even more spectacular. The picturesque site has provided inspiration to Victorian poets including Wordsworth. The path to the waterfall is easily accessible from Stickle Ghyll car park.