Central Lakes Overview
The central Lake District is an area full of surprises, from its stunning natural beauty to its hidden treasures, charming little villages and vast National Park, a visit here will be remembered forever.
The rugged walking country of Ambleside attracts visitors from all over the world, drawn by the magnificent mountains and fells, three of the highest mountains in England, Scafell Pike, Great Gable and Lingmell rise up from the earth, beckoning climbers to take on their challenge.
The town of Ambleside is situated in the Rothay Valley, about a mile above the top of Lake Windermere. This is the largest town in the central Lakes and attracts many tourists and visitors with its heady mix of historic sites, specialist shops,...
St. Bees, Central Lakes
Wasdale Head is located in Wasedale one of the English Lake District's finest dales and is a mountaineers paradise and also a mecca for scuba divers. It is a very tranquil and relaxing location...
Central Lakes
Wast Water a remote and tranquil lake is located in Wasdale Valley in the Lake District, and is England's deepest lake and in some places it extends below sea level. Wast Water is surrounded by a...
Grasmere, Ambleside, Central Lakes
The Stables in Grasmere, in the heart of the stunning Lake District, is a treasure house of antiques, bric a brac and Victoriana. Visitors to the village cannot fail to be tempted inside, to browse...
Wasdale Head, 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
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...
Bowness-on-Windermere, Central Lakes
Historic Blackwell Art and Craft House is a world renowned gallery and museum set amongst the spectacular scenery of the Lake District. Filled with wonderful architecture, works of art and hand...
Ambleside, Central Lakes
The history and background of the UK's fantastic and much loved National Parks, how and when they were formed, the public's rights of way/access, and who owns and looks after them.
Ambleside, Central Lakes
Photography is a dream in the stunning Lake District. There are breathtaking views from every angle and around every corner. Each town and village has its own unique charm and the historic...
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
Inn Way to the Lake District is a comprehensive guide to a full weeks worth of touring around a host of traditional Lake District pubs and inns. The breathtaking scenery and wonderful countryside...
Keswick, Central Lakes
Webtogs is a whole new concept in the outdoor clothing market. Based in Cumbria, and offering online ordering with free delivery from a wide range of famous named clothing and outdoor equipment,...
Cleator Moor, Central Lakes
The most westerly of all the lakes, Ennerdale is also one of the smallest located in the Lake District National Park. Situated close to Whitehaven and the town of Cleator, nestled in a valley...
Ambleside, Central Lakes
The Lake District in a nutshell - the following paragraph provide a brief summary of the Lake District to allow you to sample the essence of the Lake District and plan your next visit or holiday.
Windermere, Central Lakes
Low Wood Watersports & Activity Centre is an ideal place to combine a trip through the stunning Lake District scenery with some exhilarating outdoor activities. There is sailing tuition available...
Ambleside, Central Lakes
The Langdale Spa is a tranquil retreat set in the beautiful Langdale Valley. Visitors can choose between spa days, weekends or short breaks. The wide range of treatments and therapies on offer ensure...
Windermere, Central Lakes
Brockhole is the Lake District National Park Visitor Centre and provides a whole range of information to help you plan and enjoy your visit to the Lakes. Set in gardens overlooking Lake Windermere...
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...
Wasdale Head, Central Lakes
The National Trust are responsible for the preservation and restoration of some of the most stunning areas of the country, not least within the Lake District. Founded in the 1800's the trust has now...
Cleator Moor, Central Lakes
Cumbria Kart Racing Club offers an exciting and full range of activities, including professional tuition and recreational racing. Based at Rowrah near Cockermouth the club is ideal for families and...
Cleator Moor, Central Lakes
Lake Buttermere is owned by the National Trust and is located on the Western corner of the Lakes surrounded by lush dairy pastures. It is a relatively small lake and is 1½ miles long, ¾ mile wide...
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
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
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...
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...
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...