Location: Ambleside
Top Things to do in Ambleside
Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Ambleside, England
Ambleside is a town in Cumbria, in North West England. Historically within the county of Westmorland, it is situated at the head of Windermere, England's largest water. The town is within the Lake District National Park.
Restaurants in Ambleside
1. Loughrigg Fell
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 597 reviews
Reviewed By mgsnorwich - Norwich, United Kingdom
From Skelwith Bridge follow the footpath round Loughrigg Tarn to the Grasmere road and then take the footpath on the right to Loughrigg Terrace where you are rewarded with a panoramic view over Grasmere. There is a path down to the waterside but continue on the terrace down to the waterside path round Rydal Water. When you come to the road turn right and follow the road by the river until it turns sharply left at which point leave the road and climb up a steep path to the shoulder of Loughrigg whence the path goes all the way back down to Skelwith. The”Loughrigg Round” is an excellent half day’s walk.
2. Ambleside Cowhides & Sheepskins
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 187 reviews
WE HAVE MOVED! .Ambleside Sheepskins is a fast-growing natural products company operating from the Old Claytons Butchers in Ambleside in the heart of the picturesque Lake District in northwest England. Our team is committed to delivering the best home décor solutions as well as the very best in luxury sheepskin slippers/coats/gloves at affordable prices. We focus on providing the very best level of customer service to ensure that you receive perfect products such as Sheepskin Rugs, Hand crafted Shepherd Sheepskin Slippers, beautifully patterned hard-wearing Argentinean Cowhide Rugs, incredibly soft and warm Premium Reindeer Hides. Not to mention our stunning Herdwick and Cumbrian sheepskin rug collection. Why not come and visit our shop and have a day out in the countryside? ( Ambleside Sheepskins LA22 9DR)
Reviewed By Peggie128 - Wales, United Kingdom
I was looking for a pair of sheepskin slippers as my feet are always cold but also ended up purchasing a double Shetland sheepskin rug. The choices was superb. There were a lot of different types of sheepskin but the staff were very friendly and on-hand to help with the queries from showing us the different types of rugs available at different price ranges to explaining how to maintain the rug to ensure years of enjoyment out of it. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
3. Mountain Journeys
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 226 reviews
Mountain adventures are our speciality. Whether it be Family Adventure, Guided Walk, Navigation course, Rock Climbing, Rock Scrambling, Gorge Scrambling, Canyoning, Abseiling, or any combination of these, we’re here to help ensure you experience the very best of Lakeland's great outdoors. Single day walk or longer itineraries, we can build a bespoke package that's just for you.
4. Fairfield Horseshoe
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By RobbieBStockport
Like all Lakeland walks, one not to be underestimated even in good weather conditions. The path is easy to follow and usually a walker will have the company of many others enjoying the fells. The only steep ascent/descent depending on whether the walk is done clockwise or anti-clockwise overlooks Rydal Hall but in all other respects it is not a serious physical challenge for serious walkers. Whether a hiker would agree having experienced driving rain, low cloud, high winds and limited visibility especially when negotiating Fairfield itself is another matter!
5. Graythwaite Adventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 106 reviews
Graythwaite Adventure offers a range of country sports and adventure activities, including 4x4 off road driving on the Lake District’s only purpose built BORDA approved course, clay pigeon shooting, archery, canoeing, sit on top kayaks, paddleboarding, bushcraft and more on the private 5,000 acre estate on the shores of Lake Windermere, perfect for families, groups and corporate events. Winners of the Cumbria Tourism Experience of the Year 2019 Award.
6. Wansfell Pike
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By Zena3101 - Winchester, United Kingdom
We started from Ambleside and made a steep ascent from the High Street. Made a detour to see the waterfalls first, then onto to the proper climb. Lots of shaded areas, until we got to the gate which had the stone steps begin the mammoth climb all the way to Wansfell Pike. Do-able continuously (for us as reasonable fit people exercising 4-5x/week), but even we had to stop for 10s twice, so it is tough going up. But once reaching the summit, you'll be rewarded with gorgeous stunning views of Lake Windemere, the town of Ambleside, and the panoramic view of everywhere else! We then headed towards Troutbeck tongue, but got lost halfway through, so took an alternatively route towards Troutbeck, stopped in at the Mortal Man pub (dog-friendly) for a cold pint, then continued on for another 5 km, before reaching back our BnB, via the Stagshaw gardens in the middle of nowhere! 17.8km, our feet sure felt it!
7. Grizedale Forest
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 940 reviews
Scenic forest located in England's Lake District that serves as a recreation center for hiking and mountain biking, plus an outdoor "art museum" with numerous sculptures scattered throughout the forest.
Reviewed By 758kristenc - London, United Kingdom
This place is fantastic! There are a huge range of activities and trails to explore - bikes to hire, a children's play area, informative staff, basic cafe, Go Ape centre, fabulous pottery and printmaking businesses, art displays, and gorgeous natural attractions. With four hard-to-please London teenagers, it was touch and go as to whether they would be entertained by a day in 'the outdoors' but we chose the orienteering course and they spent a fabulous couple of hours, getting somewhat lost, but then finding their way back. Super that you can bring your dog and let them off-lead. It's a beautiful place with well-marked trails and differing levels of challenge depending on your fitness/time-constraints. Parking isn't cheap (£8 for the day) but it is plentiful. We brought a packed lunch and enjoyed ice-cream/drinks only at the cafe. As in all these places, the food is average and overpriced, but at least there are options if you don't have enough with you! I thoroughly recommend the forest for a great day out (with or without dog and/or children). Had the children not got lost on the orienteering course, we could have done another walk and also a Go Ape adventure.
8. Rydal Mount & Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 306 reviews
Rydal Mount, the last family home of William Wordsworth from 1813 until his death in 1850, now belongs to the direct descendants of the Poet and remains a lived-in family home. The dining room, part of the old Tudor cottage, with its original flagged floor and oak beams, contrasts pleasingly with the larger proportions of the drawing room and library, added in 1750. The house contains works of art, furniture, manuscripts and many of the Poet's books and personal possessions, reflecting his life here. Wordsworth was a keen landscape gardener and the four acre garden remains very much as he designed it, consisting of fell-side terraces, lawns, rock pools and a 9th century Norse mound. There are rare shrubs and, in season, the daffodils, bluebells and rhododendrons produce a spectacular display.
Reviewed By 752soniah
Lovely visit; the tour guides are very friendly and the house itself has lots of information as you walk though it. The gardens are beautiful, so many little nooks and crannies to find and beautifully laid out. Would definitely recommend.
9. Beatrix Potter Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 651 reviews
This quirky building in the heart of Hawkshead displays original watercolours and work by Beatrix Potter, from the National Trust collection. It's the only place you can step inside the famous tales and get up-close to the original illustrations.
Reviewed By dunnka - Birmingham, United Kingdom
What a fantastic little place this is, many interesting g things to see and read, a lovely in sight to the life to the brilliantly talented Beatrix Potter, Staff are extremely friendly and polite and very knowledgeable. Would def return and 100% recommended
10. Brantwood
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By astridc00per - Kettering, United Kingdom
Do visit Brantwood - at any time of the year! It was too wet to visit the gardens but we had a leisurely visit of the house which held loads of interesting artefacts and information of historical interest, particularly as we had visited Blackwell earlier in the day and were able to make links between people, places and the ideology of the time. Set in an amazing location, which we didn't see the best of due to the poor weather, but would visit again to enjoy the gardens and the views across Coniston water.
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