OUR GUIDE TO MOST POPULAR ATTRACTIONS IN THE LAKE DISTRICT
WINDERMERE LAKE CRUISES
Windermere is England’s largest lake, in the heart of the Lake District. We offer stunning boat services every day on historic ‘steamers’ and modern launches.
No matter where you start your journey, be it Bowness, Ambleside or Lakeside the spectacular voyage gives the traveller magnificent views of mountain scenery, secluded bays and the many wooded islands.
BROCKHOLE VISITOR CENTRE
Brockhole, situated between Ambleside and Windermere, is the Lake District National Park Authority Visitor Centre. It is set in 30 acres of magnificent terraced gardens and grounds stretching down to the shore of Windermere lake, with splendid views of the surrounding countryside.
The grounds at Brockhole are now home to a large range of outdoor activities and boats and bikes can also be hired. Or you can just relax and enjoy the historic house, grounds and visitor facilities. You can also arrive at Brockhole by water.
DOVE COTTAGE & THE WORDSWORTH MUSEUM
Dove Cottage in Grasmere, was William Wordsworth‘s home from 1799 to 1808. Here Wordsworth produced the most famous and best-loved of his poems, and his sister Dorothy kept her famous Grasmere journals.
BEATRIX POTTER
Beatrix Potter is one of the most famous children’s authors of all time and her characters include Peter Rabbit, Benjamin Bunny, Mrs Tiggywinkle and Jemima Puddleduck, to name but a few.
The Lake District landscape will immediately be familiar to anyone who loves Beatrix Potter’s books, from her exquisite illustrations.
Beatrix holidayed in the Lakes for many years and used her income from her books and merchandise to purchase farms in the Lake District, eventually becoming a Cumbrian sheep farmer and marrying a local solicitor.
Beatrix Potter left her estate of 14 farms, 4,000 acres of land and her flocks of Herdwick sheep to the National Trust on her death in 1943. Her legacy is preserved in Lake District farming today and some of the properties owned by or associated with her now house fascinating exhibitions of her work and life.
Our local guides will take you to explore the best of the Lake District by foot. Guided walks are offered for a range of abilities, full or half days are available throughout the year. Book on a small group walk or a private bespoke walk.
For the more adventurous, try our Ghyll Scrambling or Rock Climbing sessions within the beautiful National Park. Suitable for ages 6 and above, maximum of 8 people led by our qualified instructors. Private sessions and transport can be arranged on request.
Visit us at amblesideadventure.co.uk or call us on 015394 33794
