Shops
Here in the Lake District, quite a few of the shops are more like "attractions" than just every day "shops" with places like Sarah Nelson's Grasmere Gingerbread shop and Romney's Kendal Mint Cake topping the list of places to see whilst in the area in order to sample the well known delicacies of Cumbria! With queues running out the door, you'll soon see (or, rather, taste!) just why they are so famous. Another example is Cumbria Crystal, which is not just a place to buy glassware, but you can also attend a workshop to make your own piece of art or just admire the craftsmanship of the famous crystal featured in James Bond and Downtown Abbey!
Cumbria Crystal
Fans of Downton Abbey or James Bond can own a little piece of that luxurious lifestyle by visiting Cumbria Crystal. The company creates beautiful hand cut and blown glassware that is found in the homes of the rich and famous, and you can see these items being created on a self-guided free tour of the factory. Alternatively, purchase an experience and try and create your own piece.