Things to Do Near The Ryebeck Lakeland Motor Museum

Potty about all things road transport… then we have the perfect place for you to explore… Britain’s best classic car destination The Lakeland Motor Museum, with over 30,000 exhibits the Museum traces the development road transport throughout the 20th century. During your visit check out the vintage and veteran, weird and wonderful and even the magical and mysterious…

With 140 classic cars and motorbikes lovingly collected over the last 50 years you are bound to awaken some special motoring memories during your visit. The collection features classics like; the Model T Ford, an HRD Vincent Black Lightening, a Ford Escort Mexico 1600 and for real speed enthusiasts Blue Bird Electric 1 and a TVR Cerbera Speed 12.

On site you will also find a gift shop, brim full of gifts and memorabilia for the budding motoring enthusiasts and memento hunter.

Café Ambio is the perfect place to unwind after all that high-octane excitement… with its stunning views across the River Leven you can choose to relax with either indoors or on the indoor and outdoor terrace and tuck into a menu bursting with locally sourced produce including favourites like sticky toffee pudding.

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Key Information

  • 16-minute drive from the Ryebeck
  • Open all year round – depending on weather
  • Large groups should book in advance
  • Ideal for families and children

Prices and Booking

Lakeland Motor Museum

Prices

  • Adult – On The Day: £8.75
    Advance Online: £7.95
  • Child – On The Day: £5.25
    Advance Online: £4.75
  • Family – On the Day: £25.00
    Advance Online: £22.50
  • Children under 5 years – FREE

Location

Old Blue Mill,
Backbarrow,
Ulverston,
Cumbria,
LA12 8TA

Contact

Lakeland Motor Museum

Britain’s best classic car destination The Lakeland Motor Museum, with over 30,000 exhibits the Museum traces the development road transport throughout the 20th century.

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Lakeland Motor Museum

The Old Laundry Theatre

Set in the heart of the Lake District, this intimate little 250 seat theatre in the round had been producing a lively annual season of professional drama, classical music, folk, comedy, family theatre, film and talks for over 25 years.

4 mins
1.2 miles
20 mins
1.2 miles
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The Old Laundry Theatre

The World of Beatrix Potter

Take a step in to the world of Beatrix Potter.

4 mins
1.2 miles
20 mins
1.2 miles
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The World of Beatrix Potter

Millerground and Adelaide Hill Walk

Windermere

This circular walk on the outskirts of Bowness is a great walk for families as there are plenty of distractions along the way. It also has the best access to Windermere along the whole of the eastern shore. Access to this walk is via a gate leading off Rayrigg Meadow, the route itself is well […]

20 mins
1.3 miles
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Millerground and Adelaide Hill Walk

Honister Slate Mine

Borrowdale, Keswick

Get out of your comfort zone with exciting outdoor adventures.

1 hr 12 mins
31.7 miles
7 hrs 51 mins
20.8 miles
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Honister Slate Mine

Treetop Trek

Head to Treetop Trek, Brockhole for an adventure with all the family.

11 mins
4.2 miles
1 hr 27 mins
4.4 miles
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Treetop Trek

Hill Top

Near Sawrey

Visit Hill Top, a National Trust property described as a time-capsule of Beatrix Potter's life.

35 mins
13.4 miles
1 hr 8 mins
3 miles
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Hill Top

Fell Foot Park

Newby Bridge

Visit Fell Foot, a must-visit area of scenic beauty during your stay at The Ryebeck.

11 mins
5.5 miles
1 hour 51 mins
5.5 miles
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Fell Foot Park