From London to Windermere …by train London to the Lakes in just over three hours? It’s not the stuff of dreams, and it’s definitely the most relaxing way to start your holiday here. Leave the car at home, and not only do you get here faster – you skip the stress of road works and […]
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We think exploring Ullswater is far more rewarding than wondering around Bowness and Lake Windermere with big crowds, noise and lots of pushing and barging- believe me As a bed and breakfast in the Lake District we send many of our guests to Ullswater and what’s more, you get 10% off a ticket if you
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How well do you know the Lakes District? Here’s a quiz about The Lake District- get all the answers correct, and when you come and stay at our bed and breakfast in the Lake District you’ll get a free bottle of Prosecco! Which lake side park was the birthplace of the National Trust and opened
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We’ve just written some walks around Windermere that are available to our guests to enjoy a lazy stroll around the town of Windermere- catching up with its history, following a beck from its source to the Lake Windermere or just wonder as you wander. A walk that takes you into the past- ancient and not so
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The Lake District is one of the most spectacular destinations within the UK and in being so we attract over 8 million visitors per year. With this in mind the Lake District has taken the initiative to promote Environmentally Friendly Transport so that people can visit using the Train and then select the mode of
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A Weekend – Enjoying Walking and Beer You could spend one day trekking the sublime scenic route of “Cumbria’s Ale Trail”; which guides visitors to the best pubs and breweries in the area. Why not take in the evening air and walk to The Watermill or Bowness using one of our short walks. Or for
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