Where to park in Buttermere
Whether you’re planning a hike, bike ride or stroll by the lakeshore, here’s a handy guide on where to park in Buttermere.
National Trust Buttermere Village Car Park
Up to 2 hours- £3.50, up to 4 hours- £6, up to 12 hours, £8, weekly park- £28
The village car park in the centre of Buttermere is the perfect, central place to park for exploring the area. It is situated behind the Bridge Hotel and beside the Buttermere Court Hotel. The car park is a popular spot for almost all the mountain walks in the area including High Stile, Haystacks and walks towards Buttermere and Crummock Water.
Gatesgarth Farm Car Park
£4 for an all day ticket
Situated at the head of Buttermere lake at the end of Honister Pass, Gatesgarth Farm Car Park is the main starting point for climbing Haystacks and Fleetwith Pike. The pay and display car park is the cheapest in the area yet still close enough to explore Buttermere’s main attractions.
Honister Pass Car Park
Up to 2 hours- £4.50, up to 4 hours- £6.50, all day ticket- £7.50.
The highest National Trust car park at 350m, this is a beautiful base for gaining some height before starting mountain walks including Fleetwith Pike. The car park is also a great place to park for visiting the slate mine. Honister Pass is a steep, winding road so take care when accessing this car park.
Maggies Bridge Car Park
Free
Situated in Loweswater, Maggies Bridge car park is a small spot great for exploring Loweswater lake and visiting the Kirkstile Inn. It’s also a popular base for nearby woodland and mountain hikes. It’s free to park so fills up quite quickly; an early start is recommended.