The Ambleside Inn

The Ambleside Inn

The Ambleside Inn is a delightful establishment located in the heart of the Lake District, offering a truly quintessential English inn experience. Positioned in the bustling town of Ambleside, this recently refurbished traditional inn provides a modern yet homely setting. Famous for its warm hospitality, comfortable accommodation, and a selection of locally brewed real ales, the Ambleside Inn successfully captures the essence of Lake District charm.

Boasting a range of rooms from classic to premium, each is thoughtfully decorated to ensure a comfortable and relaxing stay for guests. The Inn also has a welcoming restaurant that serves a wide selection of dishes, meticulously crafted from locally sourced produce. The menu caters to a variety of tastes, from traditional British classics to innovative contemporary options. With its lively pub atmosphere, complete with a fireplace and cosy corners, guests can unwind after a day of sightseeing, relishing the local ales or a variety of wines and spirits on offer.

The Ambleside Inn's prime location is one of its main attractions. It serves as an excellent base to explore the Lake District's diverse beauty, with access to numerous hiking trails, including the popular Fairfield Horseshoe and the trails surrounding Lake Windermere. This largest natural lake in England is a hub of water sports activities and offers boat tours providing splendid views of the surrounding landscapes. Nearby, the iconic Bridge House, a 17th-century architectural gem, and the Armitt Museum and Library are must-visit landmarks for any history and culture enthusiast. In a nutshell, the Ambleside Inn is more than just a place to rest; it's an integral part of an authentic Lake District experience.

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Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Childrens Meals
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Electric Charge Point
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
24-Hour Front Desk
Coffee shop/café
Free newspapers at reception

Facilities Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Water Sports
Fishing
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 61.7 miles

Newcastle Airport Woolsington Tyne and Wear NE13 8BZ 65.1 miles

Local Airports

Barrow/Walney Island Airport Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria LA14 3YS 24.4 miles

Carlisle Lake District Airport Carlisle Cumbria CA6 4NW 35.9 miles

Motorways

M6 Junction 39 Keld 13.6 miles

M6 Junction 38 Kendal, Brough, Appleby 14.7 miles

M6 Junction 37 Kendal, Sedbergh 15.3 miles

Railway Stations

Windermere station code = WDM LA23 1QA 4.3 miles

Staveley station code = SVL LA8 9NB 6.9 miles

Ferry Ports

Heysham Port sailing to -> Douglas Isle of Man Address: South Quay, Heysham Lancashire LA3 2XE 27.6 miles

Douglas Ferry Terminal sailing to -> Belfast (NI), Heysham,Liverpool, Dublin (IE) Address: Douglas Isle of Man IM1 3ER 64.0 miles

Attractions & places to see nearby

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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

0.2m / 0.3km - - 3min

Stagshaw Gardens - LA22 0HE
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NY 37966 02858
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An informal woodland garden run by the National Trust. Located a little south of Ambleside with the Stencher Beck running though with mini falls adding even more interest.

1m / 1.6km - - 15min

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

0.2m / 0.3km - - 3min

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.

1.4m / 2.3km - - 20min

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.

0.2m / 0.3km - - 3min

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

1.4m / 2.3km - - 21min

Ambleside Roman Fort - LA22 0EN
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NY 37496 03310
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Cared for by English Heritage, located south of the village close to Lake Windermere - stone footings of a 2nd century fort remain

0.7m / 1.1km - - 11min

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

1.4m / 2.3km - - 21min

Ambleside Pier - Waterhead Pier - LA22 0EX
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NY 37648 03107
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A small pier used for bording of the lake ferry & cruise's with a cafe and bar and nearby gift shops

0.8m / 1.3km - - 13min

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.

1.7m / 2.7km - - 25min

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