What is Ambleside famous for?

Ambleside, a small town in the Lake District, has now become a major tourist destination with shops, restaurants, a cinema and a wide range of places to stay. It is very popular with walkers and climbers and is one of the best bases for exploring the Lake District.

Did you know facts about the Lake District?

15 facts about the Lake District you didn't know

• It is home to the UK's 44th protected food.
• England's Deepest Lake is located in The Lake District.
• There is only one lake in the Lake District.
• It's a haven from zombies.
• It is home to Britain's tallest war memorial.

What is the name of the lake at Ambleside?

Lake Windermere
Ambleside is one of the most popular towns in the Lake District, sitting at the northern end of Lake Windermere, and is a great place to start some of the best known mountain walks.

What is interesting about the Lake District?

The Lake District is home to England's highest peaks and deepest bodies of water. Scafell Pike in the Lake District was formed more than 450 million years ago and is England's highest mountain. On a clear day you can see other peaks in Wales, Ireland, Scotland and the Isle of Man from the top of Scafell Pike.

Which Lake District is the most beautiful?

The most beautiful places in the Lake District

• Ambleside. Natural feature.
• Kirkstone Pass. Natural feature.
• Castlerigg Stone Circle. Archaeological site.
• Shap Abbey. Church.
• Tarn Hows. Hiking trail. Add.
• Scafell Pike. Natural feature. Add.
• Wasdale Head from Wastwater. Natural feature. Add.
• Ullswater from the steamer. Natural feature. Add.

Where is Ambleside in the Lake District National Park?

In the Lake District National Park, it is south of the highest road pass in the Lake District, Kirkstone Pass, and both places are the meeting point for well-marked paths and mountain walks. Ambleside is co-administered by South Lakeland District Council and is minorly part of the Lakes civil parish.

The Bridge House Ambleside is a house situated on a bridge! But it is so much more than what you first see on the surface. It has two floors on top of the other. Both are accessible via an external curved staircase. The roof is also made with Lake District slate, which is traditional for this area.

When did Ambleside become part of South Lakeland District Council?

Administered by South Lakeland District Council, Ambleside is part of the civil parish of Lakes, but from 1894 to 1935 it was a separate urban district council.

Is there a ferry from Bowness on Windermere to Ambleside?

Administered by South Lakeland District Council, Ambleside is part of the civil parish of Lakes, but from 1894 to 1935 it was a separate urban district council. Ferries (still known as "steamers", although now diesel-powered) run to Bowness-on-Windermere and Lakeside, with fine views of the lake and surrounding mountains.