Top Things to do in Buttermere
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Discover the best top things to do in Buttermere, United Kingdom including Buttermere Lake, Rannerdale Knotts, Crummock Water, Scale Force, St James’ Church, Moss Force Waterfall, Newlands Pass.
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1. Buttermere Lake
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 816 reviews
Reviewed By nmaidwell123 - Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
A beautiful part of the world. Excellent opportunity for photos and just to enjoy the stunning views, A nice easy ramble on good paths all around the lake. Well worth a visit
2. Rannerdale Knotts
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Kath1722 - Newcastle, United Kingdom
We started the walk from a car park just at the bottom of Rannerdale Bridge and decided to walk around the back of the valley first (High Rannerdale) to see all of the bluebells in full bloom. It is very picturesque and there is a nice beck running down as well. Steadily climbing up, we then took in the views before heading down over High House Crag to Buttermere village for lunch. Our return route followed the path at Mill Beck up through the woods then up to Low Bank. Following the path along the ridge you eventually get to Rannerdale Knotts. There are some steep climbs on this walk and sticks may be required. You do get lovely views over both Buttermere and Crummock Water. The Knotts themselves are fairly rocky so be careful, especially if you are descending this way as we did. As a circular route it was just over 6 miles
3. Crummock Water
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 144 reviews
Situated in Englands scenic Lake District, this picturesque lake is about 2.5 miles long and .5 miles wide, perfect for boating and fishing.
Reviewed By 2013AJB
A beautiful lake with wonderful views across the rugged fells. The trees were so beautiful in the autumn light. Beware of the naked wild water swimmers...........
4. Scale Force
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By S6705OQstephanier - Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
This was a great spot on our hike. Also very secluded, we didn't pass many other hikers so you can visit it in peace
5. St James’ Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Borninbournemouth
Me and my husband started our walk from this gorgeous little church right next to Robinson path and loved that there were Herrick sheep roaming free
6. Moss Force Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By Tad666
What an amazing Waterfall the highest in Cumbria and quite spectacular. I walk up to the base of the high fall but it was a little slippery with the spray as I said in the title it was in full force, but wouldn't want it any other way, I did most of my photography from the lower level which when you look up to this spectacle it is an absolute treat. Easy parking would imagine busy at some times of the year, and there are spectacular from the falls of the surrounding scenery.
7. Newlands Pass
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Q2839XGroyt - Wolsingham, United Kingdom
Trip done on a Motorcycle. From Braithwaite take Newlands Road to Buttermere taking in fantastic Views to the Waterfall at the top of the pass then dropping down into Buttermere. You will encounter narrow roads and 20% inclines so not advisable for wide vehicles and if you can't reverse. Although there are a few places where you can pull off road to take photo's. At the T junction at Buttermere take the left turn which takes you along the Honister pass again with narrow roads with fantastic rock formations lakes & spectacular views . At the top of the pass is the Honister Slate Museum with Cafe and outdoor activities you then carry on through Borrowdale Valley past Derwent Water and on to Keswick.This makes a most enjoyable day out if done on a sunny day not so good when wet!
