The Lake District Guide · beta

Get your Lake District business listed early

Join The Lake District Guide during beta and create a free listing for visitors planning where to stay, eat, shop and explore.

Free during beta
No card required
Add offers and events from your dashboard

Use code BETA to claim your free listing where prompted in the dashboard.

Why join now? · FAQ

Planning a visit?

Fells Lakes Events Offers Search Business directory

Why join now?

The Lake District Guide is growing into a useful place for visitors to discover local businesses, events and offers. Early businesses can get set up first, appear in relevant categories, and be in a stronger position as the guide grows.

Who's this for?

We're inviting early listings from:

accommodation providers
cafés, pubs and restaurants
attractions
activity and tour businesses
shops and makers
event organisers

What businesses can use the guide for

show visitors what you offer
link to your website
share contact details
post offers and promotions
submit events
build visibility as the guide grows

Special offer

Your listing shows what you offer, links to your site, and how to reach you — then post offers and events from your dashboard. Follow three quick steps to go live.

Beta offer codeThe code is BETAUse this in your dashboard when you apply a free listing or directory promo.

Create your free account
Sign up in under a minute.
Add your business details
Include your name, website, contact info and description.
Publish your listing
Upgrade to a business account and submit your page for review.

Already have an account? Log in and open your dashboard to submit events, offers, or your business listing.

Trust and transparency

We’re early, but the rules are clear: moderation, local focus, and a proper listing page for your business.

Free during beta
List while we’re in beta without a paid subscription — use code BETA where prompted for directory access.
Moderated listings
Submissions are reviewed before they appear in the directory, so visitors see quality entries.
Local focus
The guide is built for Lake District visitors and the businesses that serve them.
Clear categories
Visitors browse by type of business — stays, food & drink, shops, tours, and more.
Events & offers
Once you’re listed, you can submit events and offers from your dashboard for review.

…/businesses/your-listing

Example layout — your photos, description, and contact details appear on your public page.

Common questions

Straight answers about listing your business.

Is it really free during beta?

Yes. Listing during beta is free when you use the BETA code where the dashboard asks for a promo. We’ll always show you any future pricing before you commit to a paid period.

What types of businesses can join?

Visitor-facing businesses in and around the Lake District — stays, food and drink, attractions, shops, tours, wellness, and similar. See who we’re inviting on this page for examples.

Do listings get reviewed?

Yes. Submissions are moderated before they appear in the directory so visitors see genuine, relevant entries.

Can I add events and offers too?

Yes. Once you’re signed in, you can submit events and offers from your dashboard. They go through the same kind of review before publication.

Do I need a card to sign up?

No. You can create an account without entering card details.

How long does it take?

Signing up and adding your business details usually takes a few minutes. How long review takes can vary, but we aim to work through submissions promptly.

Featured locations

Aira Force

attraction

A dramatic waterfall on Aira Beck between Ullswater and the village of Glenridding, reached through National Trust woodland paths.

Allen Crags

fell

Elevation: 785 m (2,575 ft)

Allen Crags is a Wainwright fell in the Lake District.

Ambleside

town

Population: 2,586

Ambleside is a town in the civil parish of Lakes and the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England. Within the boundaries of the historic county of Westmorland and located in the Lake District National Park, t…