Armathwaite Hall

Armathwaite Hall is a 16th-century country house at the northern end of Bassenthwaite Lake, now operating as a hotel across 400 acres of deer park and woodland. The buildings contain 43 bedrooms of varying sizes, a contemporary spa, multiple dining venues, and facilities for activities such as archery and fishing.

The structure was built around 1500 and came under the Highmore family's ownership in 1540. Subsequent owners made significant architectural changes that shaped the property over the following centuries.

The lakeside dining room reflects the property's long role as a gathering place for celebrations and formal occasions. Staff and guests alike use the grounds as a natural extension of social life, walking the estate paths before and after meals.

The grounds are extensive and best explored on foot, especially if you want to visit the woodland paths and deer park areas. Proximity to the lake and surrounding fells offers good opportunities for outdoor activities throughout the year.

The property maintains a private deer park where visitors can watch native wildlife on woodland paths that span several centuries of use. This direct wildlife observation opportunity distinguishes it from many other estates in the region.

Location: Bassenthwaite

GPS coordinates: 54.68096,-3.23242

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:04