Nestled in Grasmere Village, Grasmere Gather offers visitors a selection of artisan goods that celebrate Cumbria’s rich heritage. From the region’s traditional farming and food production, weaving and textile mills, mining and minerals, and tourism, each product tells a story of craftsmanship and local industry. It’s the perfect place to browse, discover the producers we showcase, and to take home a reminder of your visit to the Lake District.

At the Gather you’ll find hand-woven tweed, crafted on the loom or in one of our oldest British mills; hand-thrown pottery and ceramics; award-winning photography; design-led giftware by talented local artists; unique leather, wood and paper creations; and mouth-watering Cumbrian produce. All represent the highest quality the UK has to offer.

We select our suppliers very carefully, prioritising authentic Cumbrian provenance, quality, and sustainability. We are also home to the Thirteen Valleys Kitchen – named after the iconic Thirteen Valleys of the Lake District, a World Heritage site.

Our kitchen

Our cafe, the Thirteen Valleys Kitchen, recreates classic dishes using the best of our regional produce and seasonal ingredients. Our TVK team works in close collaboration with those who live and farm in the Thirteen Valleys, sourcing ingredients locally wherever possible. From warming soups to hefty toasties via barista coffee and real flaked hot chocolate, our menu is designed to improve even the rainiest day with simple food, done well.

We’re always looking to forge close, mutually beneficial links with our suppliers. Our focus on exclusively Cumbrian or UK provenance supports local industry, bolstering traditional careers like farming, cheese-making, and other artisan production. It also reduces the ‘food miles’ of our ingredients list – protecting our World Heritage landscapes here in the Lake District from environmental threat.