Lake District Half-Term Breaks
Give the school holidays the setting they deserve – only at Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa.
Escape to Armathwaite Hall for your half-term break
Whether you are looking for family adventures or a romantic retreat, our award-winning, country hotel offers something exceptional for every guest.
If you have been counting down the weeks until half term, our beautiful Lake District country home promises a truly restful break.
Wildlife encounters, fell walking, spa treatments, fine dining and more await this half term. Book now to start creating precious memories that are sure to stay with you long after you leave.
Lake District half-term stays for every season
The Lake District looks different with every half term – and so does a stay at Armathwaite Hall.
Lake District February Half Term:
Winter brings out a dramatic side to the Lake District. Crisp air, frost-edged fells and the stillness of Bassenthwaite Lake make for a genuinely restorative escape.
Lake District May Half Term:
The Lake District comes into full bloom during the May break. Longer days, warmer air and the season’s first wildflowers make this one of the finest times of year to explore the fells and waterways.
Lake District October Half Term:
Autumn turns the Lake District into something spectacular. Fiery foliage, golden light and the crunch of fallen leaves underfoot, October half term is one of the most atmospheric times to visit.
What to do in the Lake District during half term?
Our 400-acre estate and the surrounding Lake District offer a remarkable range of experiences, whatever the season. All of our activities are available year-round, but here are some popular activities to try during the seasonal half-term breaks.
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Terms and conditions apply. All activities are subject to availability and may carry age restrictions. Activities available exclusively to guests of the hotel.
Lake District February half-term activities
February half term may be the quietest of the year, but there is no shortage of things to do at Armathwaite Hall.
Lake District Wildlife Park: Our wildlife park is a firm favourite during the early months, giving couples and younger guests the chance to get up close with lemurs, meerkats and more. Book the Ultimate Animal Experience for a truly memorable morning, with close encounters and a feeding experience.
Archery and Clay Pigeon Shooting: A brilliant choice for winter half term, our archery and clay pigeon shooting sessions are guided by expert instructors and offer a welcome burst of fresh-air adventure.
Fell Walking: Crisp winter air, quiet fells and dramatic scenery – February is a wonderful time to explore the landscape around Bassenthwaite Lake. Choose from a gentle lakeside circuit or a more challenging route up into the fells.
Lake District May half-term activities
May half term arrives just as the Lake District is coming into its own – with longer days, flowering landscapes and the perfect conditions for exploration.
Paddleboarding: Bassenthwaite Lake provides an unforgettable setting for our paddleboarding sessions – fun, accessible and ideal for those looking for something a little different during the spring break.
Fell Walking: With spring well underway, May is one of the best months to take to the fells. Enjoy a leisurely lakeside stroll or push yourself further with a more demanding route through the surrounding landscape.
Explore Keswick: Just a short drive from the hotel, Keswick comes alive in spring. Browse the independent shops, take a stroll along the shores of Derwentwater or catch a performance at the Theatre by the Lake.
Lake District October half-term activities
Autumn transforms the Lake District into something truly spectacular. October half term offers some of the most dramatic scenery of the year – and the perfect conditions for adventure.
Lake District Wildlife Park: Autumn is a brilliant time to visit our wildlife park, with the estate looking its most colourful. Get up close with lemurs, meerkats and more, or make a morning of it with the Ultimate Animal Experience.
Clay Pigeon Shooting and Archery: Perfect for an autumn morning, our instructors lead sessions for all abilities – whether you are stepping up to the shooting ground for the first time or sharpening your aim on the archery range.
Lake District Scene Tours: Our private luxury car tours of the Lake District are the ideal way to experience breathtaking surroundings when the weather turns frosty. With door-to-door drop-off and your very own chauffeur, this immersive eight-hour experience is not to be missed.
Lake District half-term spa breaks
Half term is the perfect time to treat yourself to Armathwaite Hall’s five-bubble-rated spa. While the children make the most of the estate, our expert therapists are on hand to help you properly unwind.
Signature Massages: Choose from deep tissue, hot stone or aromatherapy, with every treatment tailored to what your mind and body need most.
Facials: Our range of tailored facials use premium products and are delivered by expert therapists, giving your skin the care and attention it deserves.
Pregnancy-Safe Treatments: Our specialist pregnancy massages have been designed to nurture both body and mind – a deeply restorative half-term treat for mums-to-be.
Body Treatments and Wraps: Nourishing scrubs and wraps help you detox, recharge and emerge feeling genuinely restored – the ideal way to reclaim a little time for yourself during the school holidays.
Full Spa Access: All hotel guests enjoy unrestricted access to our spa facilities throughout their stay. Children can use the swimming pool from 8am to 9.30am when accompanied by an adult.
Explore our full list of spa treatments and spa day experiences.
Book your Lake District half-term stay
Our rooms and suites offer something for every kind of guest – from romantic lakeside views to family comfort, dog-friendly spaces and boutique rooms – all within our award-winning country hotel, nestled on the shores of Bassenthwaite Lake.
Check availability for your Lake District half-term break and secure your stay today.
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