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Ambleside
Ambleside is a picturesque and bustling historic town in the south of the Lake District, just a mile from Lake Windermere. Borne out of what was once an industrial town Amblesides wonderful atmosphere and scenery now attracts visitors from all over the world. Remnants of the industrial era still remain, visible in the traditional stone buildings with their slate roofs.
Steeped in history dating back to Viking and Roman times and with the likes of Galava Fort and Stock Ghyll Force waterfall to visit there is plenty for tourists and visitors to see and do. Throughout the year there are various events taking place. St Mary's Church with it's magnificent spire holds a Rushbearing ceremony in early July when children parade through...
Ambleside, Central Lakes
Located in the heart of the lake District, Rydal Water is a small lake less than a mile long, 55 ft deep and a quarter of a mile wide. Rydal Water once home to William Wordsworth is located between...
Grasmere, Ambleside, Central Lakes
Grasmere Garden Centre commands a stunning position in the centre of this picturesque village. Filled with all kinds of plants, flowers, and accessories to create your own piece of garden heaven...
Ambleside, Central Lakes
Coniston Water is the third largest of the lakes and is located high up in the southern Lake District. It is 5 miles long and has a maximum depth of up to 184 feet and is the third largest of all the...
Coniston, Ambleside, South Lakes
Coniston Water is the perfect venue for sailing and water sport enthusiasts. Coniston Boating Centre offers every opportunity for taking full advantage of this magnificent waterway. The stunning...
Hawkshead, Ambleside, South Lakes
Go Ape adventure @ Grizedale Forest Park offers an exhilarating outdoor adventure experience, set amongst the treetops in the woodlands of the stunning forest. A perfect place to take the...
Ambleside, Central Lakes
Centrally located, Grasmere Lake is one of the Lake Districts most popular tourist attractions, and is one mile long, half a mile wide and 75 feet deep it is connected to Rydal Water by the River...
Ambleside, Central Lakes
Climbing in the Lake District has become one of the most popular of outdoor pursuits. These magnificent mountains and fells offer the perfect place to try out climbing skills and test climbers to the...
Ambleside, Central Lakes
Hayes Garden World in Ambleside is a family run business, and a haven for nature lovers. Plants, tools, ornaments or gifts for the wildlife in your garden are all here under one roof. There is also...
Ambleside, Central Lakes
Fix the Fells is a group of organisations who are combining their skills to preserve and repair the well trodden footpaths and trails which run throughout the Lake District, and give so much pleasure...
Ambleside, Central Lakes
Brothers Water is located at the northern end of Kirkstone Pass off the A592, and is classified in two different ways: firstly as one of the Lake Districts smallest lakes, and secondly as one of its...
Ambleside, South Lakes
Shopping in the Lake District is wide and varied. There are picturesque little market towns with unique shops and old fashioned market squares. There are also trendy modern shopping centres housing...
Ambleside, Central Lakes
The Lake District supports a vast and diverse range of wildlife. From small mammals to fish, birds, insects and flora, the area is just teeming with wonderful and sometimes very rare species. Walking...
Glenridding, Ambleside, Central Lakes
Ullswater Steamers was originally a steam boat operator which now runs as a visitor attraction around the stunning lake. Boats can be hired for private functions, with a full hospitality service....
Coniston, Ambleside, Central Lakes
Hodge Close Quarry is an extreme diving location set on the outskirts of Coniston. The deep sided slate walls and crystal clear waters are ideal for extreme sports enthusiasts. Certainly not for the...
Grasmere, Ambleside, Central Lakes
The Heaton Cooper Studio contains works by a renowned family of artists that span 4 generations. The quaint studio is located in the picturesque town of Grasmere in the heart of the Lake District....
Ambleside, South Lakes
The Climbers Shop in Ambleside is one of the Lake Districts independent specialists in supplying equipment and clothing for climbing, mountaineering, fell running and hill walking. Well trained and...
Ambleside, Central Lakes
Adventure Peaks in Ambleside offers a fantastic experience for serious climbers with its fantastic range of courses on offer. Also there is all manner of state of the art equipment and extensive...
Hawkshead, Ambleside, Central Lakes
Esthwaite Water Fishery is a little bit of fishing heaven set amidst the wonderful scenery of the Lake District. On site tuition, a well stocked fishing tackle shop and of course a well stocked lake,...
Grasmere, Ambleside, Central Lakes
The pretty village of Grasmere is the home of Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum. A delightful place full of history, interesting facts, wonderful treasures and works of art from the life and...
Coniston, Ambleside, Central Lakes
Coniston Sailing Club is located on the shore of the magnificent lake and offers training facilities and a comprehensive timetable of well organised events throughout the year. Visitors can make the...
Ambleside, South Lakes
Mountain Journeys make outdoor adventure packages their speciality. Offering family and group adventures for all ages with guided walks, rock climbing, abseiling, or any combination of activities...
Ambleside, Central Lakes
Rydal Mount is the site of the historic home of poet William Wordsworth. The stunning house and its gardens are well worth as visit. The views from the house are spectacular and the beautifully...
Coniston, Ambleside, South Lakes
Joint Adventures offers all year round, high quality, personally tailored outdoor adventures for all age groups. Professionally qualified and experienced instructors are on hand to guide you through...
Ambleside, Central Lakes
Blue Fish Spa is located at Oxleys in Ambleside, and offers a complete package of personally tailored rejuvenating treatments, pampering and relaxation therapies. The breathtaking lakeside scenery...
Grasmere, Ambleside, Central Lakes
The famous Grassmere Gingerbread Shop still makes Sarah Nelsons original gingerbread to her original recipe and have reigned supreme here in the Lake District since 1854. The quaint shop sells its...
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