Glen Rothay Ambleside

Glen Rothay

Glen Rothay is a historic hotel and bed and breakfast nestled in the picturesque Lake District town of Ambleside, England. Housed in a building dating back to 1624, Glen Rothay boasts an old-world charm that's complemented by the stunning natural beauty of its surroundings. Known for its exceptional hospitality, the property offers a unique blend of historic character, comfortable accommodations, and a convenient location.

The guest rooms at Glen Rothay are each uniquely decorated, featuring a mix of traditional and contemporary furnishings that reflect the property's rich history. All rooms come equipped with en-suite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, and tea and coffee making facilities. Comfortable beds and high-quality linens ensure a restful night's sleep, and many rooms offer breathtaking views of the surrounding fells or the property's charming garden, further enhancing the tranquillity of the setting.

Located in the heart of the Lake District, Glen Rothay is an ideal base for exploring the wealth of local attractions and activities. Guests can enjoy walks along the nearby Rydal Water and Loughrigg Fell, or explore the historic Bridge House in Ambleside. The hotel is also home to the Badger Bar, a traditional English pub known for its local ales and hearty food. With its combination of comfort, history, and natural beauty, Glen Rothay provides guests with an unforgettable Lake District experience.

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Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Family Rooms
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Garden
Terrace
Outside Seating
Mountain Views
Lake Views

Facilities Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Water Sports
Fishing
Golf
Walking Country
Cycling Country

 

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Distances are direct straight line in miles

International Airports

Teesside International Airport Darlington County Durham DL2 1LU 62.5 miles

Newcastle Airport Woolsington Tyne and Wear NE13 8BZ 65.1 miles

Local Airports

Barrow/Walney Island Airport Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria LA14 3YS 24.9 miles

Carlisle Lake District Airport Carlisle Cumbria CA6 4NW 35.0 miles

Motorways

M6 Junction 39 Keld 14.0 miles

M6 Junction 38 Kendal, Brough, Appleby 15.6 miles

M6 Junction 37 Kendal, Sedbergh 16.6 miles

Railway Stations

Windermere station code = WDM LA23 1QA 5.6 miles

Staveley station code = SVL LA8 9NB 8.2 miles

Ferry Ports

Heysham Port sailing to -> Douglas Isle of Man Address: South Quay, Heysham Lancashire LA3 2XE 28.7 miles

Douglas Ferry Terminal sailing to -> Belfast (NI), Heysham,Liverpool, Dublin (IE) Address: Douglas Isle of Man IM1 3ER 63.5 miles

Attractions near Glen Rothay Bed and breakfast Ambleside

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Doras Field - LA22 9LU
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NY 36444 06304
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An area of semi-open woodland now manged by the National trust and once owned by William Wordsworth and gifted to the trust by the Wordsworth family. Depending on the season you can see large areas of daffodils and bluebells

0.1m / 0.2km - - 1min

Armitt Museum And Library - LA22 9BL
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NY 37609 04736
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A museum and gallery dedicated to the heritage of the Lake District with prominent Art work and book collection plus Beatrix Potter exhibitions as part of the overall collection

1.2m / 1.9km - - 18min

Rydal Mount and Gardens - LA22 9LU
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NY 36422 06390
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A 16th century house and the home to William Wordsworth’s for much of his life together with the garden, which Wordsworth designed and remains very similar to those days. There is also a tea room

0.1m / 0.2km - - 2min

Alcock Tarn - LA22 9RB
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NY 34909 07896
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This Tarn (mountain lake) is located east of Grasmere approximately 370 metres elevation on the side of Heron Pike, with walks along the length of the Tarn

Elevation = 370 Meters / 1213.9 Feet
1.4m / 2.3km - - 21min

Rydal Hall Gardens - LA22 9LX
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NY 36638 06369
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The gardens are located in the village of Rydal in the Lake District of England. The gardens feature a range of plant life, including a formal garden, a rose garden, and woodland areas. Visitors can also explore the nearby Rydal Mount and gardens, the former home of poet William Wordsworth.

0.2m / 0.3km - - 3min

Dove Cottage - LA22 9SH
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NY 34181 07049
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The home of the poet William Wordsworth and his sister Dorothy Wordsworth from December 1799 to May 1808

1.4m / 2.3km - - 22min

Rydale Water - LA22 9SD
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NY 35447 06181
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A small lake by Lake District standards near the village of Rydale fed by the River Rothay and Grasmere Lake, eventually flowing into Lake Windermere

0.6m / 1km - - 8min

Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall - LA22 0QT
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NY 38003 04510
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A 70 foot cascading waterfall in a woodland setting within walking distance of central Ambleside. In the spring it is particularly good with daffodil's and good water flow.

1.5m / 2.4km - - 22min

Rydal Caves - LA22 9SD
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NY 35000 05000
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A a man-made cavern that on first glace looks like a natural cave though was actually Loughrigg Quarry.

1.1m / 1.8km - - 17min

Ambleside Climbing Wall - LA22 0DB
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NY 37651 04193
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A indoor Climbing wall for both beginners and experts , ideal as a rainy day activity or a honing your skills, or simply to try something different

1.5m / 2.4km - - 22min

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