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The area surrounding YHA Patterdale is rich in natural beauty and outdoor pursuits. The hostel is situated near Ullswater, the second largest lake in the Lake District, which offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming. Walking enthusiasts will find numerous trails leading directly from the hostel, including challenging hikes up Helvellyn, England's third highest mountain, and more leisurely strolls around the lake. The Ullswater Way, a 20-mile circular route around the lake, passes nearby, offering stunning views and the chance to spot local wildlife. For a unique local experience, guests can take a ride on the Ullswater 'Steamers', traditional steam-powered boats offering scenic lake cruises. The picturesque village of Glenridding is a short distance away, offering local shops and quaint tearooms. With its perfect blend of tranquil surroundings and outdoor activities, YHA Patterdale provides a memorable base for a Lake District adventure.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 516 feet / 157.3 metres above sea level
Facilities at the accommodation
Shower or Bath
Private room/s
Meals Available
Self Catering Kitchen
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
Children Welcome
Open All Year
WiFi - Internet Access
Conference Space
Garden
Laundry facilities
Drying room
Cot available
Shower or Bath
Private room/s
Meals Available
Self Catering Kitchen
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
Children Welcome
Open All Year
WiFi - Internet Access
Conference Space
Garden
Laundry facilities
Drying room
Cot available
Facilities Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Water Sports
Fishing
Walking Country
Cycling Country
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Water Sports
Fishing
Walking Country
Cycling Country
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International Airports
Local Airports
Carlisle Lake District Airport Carlisle Cumbria
CA6 4NW
28.8 miles Barrow/Walney Island Airport
Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria
LA14 3YS
31.1 miles
Motorways
M6 Junction 40 Penrith, Keswick
10.8 miles M6 Junction 39
Keld
11.4 miles M6 Junction 41
Wigton
12.5 miles
Railway Stations
Windermere station code = WDM
LA23 1QA
10.6 miles Penrith
station code = PNR
CA11 7JQ
11.3 miles
Ferry Ports
Attractions & places to see near this Hostel
= Within walking distance (minutes) = National Grid Reference = What 3 Words.
Place Fell -
CA11 0NP
NY 40157 16929
= laying.possible.headless Hotels nearby.
0.8m / 1.3km - 12 minutes walk
CA11 0NP
NY 40157 16929
= laying.possible.headless Hotels nearby.
This fell overlooks Patterdale and Glenridding from the east of Ulswater
Elevation = 657 Meters / 2155.5 Feet0.8m / 1.3km -
St Sunday Crag -
CA11 0PU
NY 36921 13346
= lives.laughs.explores Hotels nearby.
2.3m / 3.7km - 35 minutes walk
CA11 0PU
NY 36921 13346
= lives.laughs.explores Hotels nearby.
St Sunday Crag , a rounded top with a great view of Ullswater from the summit
Elevation = 841 Meters / 2759.2 Feet2.3m / 3.7km -
Ullswater Steamers -
CA11 0US
NY 39007 16933
= twinkling.additives.shuttle Hotels nearby. 14 minutes walk
CA11 0US
NY 39007 16933
= twinkling.additives.shuttle Hotels nearby.
Lake cruises on what is reputed to be Englands most beautiful lake. via heritage steamers
1m / 1.6km -
Aira Force Waterfall -
CA11 0JY
NY 40070 20038
= rejects.telephone.loopholes Hotels nearby. 41 minutes walk
CA11 0JY
NY 40070 20038
= rejects.telephone.loopholes Hotels nearby.
The waterfall, owned by the National Trust formed from Aira Beck, and with a 70 foot fall. Located on the western side of Ullswater with a car park nearby for the falls
2.7m / 4.3km -
Glenridding Sailing Centre -
CA11 0PE
NY 38727 17097
= overt.float.cities Hotels nearby. 17 minutes walk
CA11 0PE
NY 38727 17097
= overt.float.cities Hotels nearby.
RYA Sailing Courses, Children’s Activities, Boat Hire and Launching & Storage on lake Ullswater
1.1m / 1.8km -
Red Tarn -
CA12 4NF
NY 34781 15265
= beside.trackers.couple Hotels nearby.
3.2m / 5.1km - 48 minutes walk
CA12 4NF
NY 34781 15265
= beside.trackers.couple Hotels nearby.
One of the higher tarns, (mountain lake) at 718 metre elevation. Located below Stridding Edge leading to the summit of Helvellyn. Originally formed through glaciation
Elevation = 718 Meters / 2355.6 Feet3.2m / 5.1km -
St Patrick Boat Landing -
CA11 0QQ
NY 38065 16956
= differ.cold.owners Hotels nearby. 21 minutes walk
CA11 0QQ
NY 38065 16956
= differ.cold.owners Hotels nearby.
Boat and Cycle Hire on lake Ullswater
1.4m / 2.3km -
Helvellyn -
CA12 4TP
NY 34236 15114
= outpost.intestine.ballooned Hotels nearby.
3.5m / 5.6km - 53 minutes walk
CA12 4TP
NY 34236 15114
= outpost.intestine.ballooned Hotels nearby.
One of the lake districts most well known fells / Mountain and the 3rd highest in the Lake District. A Good level of fitness is required to climb Helvellyn with some steep parts requiring a climb over rocks.
One route, striding edge is knife edged scramble and though exhilarating should be taken with great care
Elevation = 950 Meters / 3116.8 Feet3.5m / 5.6km -
Brothers Water -
CA11 0NZ
NY 40296 12674
= ambushed.tigers.anchors Hotels nearby. 28 minutes walk
CA11 0NZ
NY 40296 12674
= ambushed.tigers.anchors Hotels nearby.
Brothers Water is a small lake located in the eastern region of the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, England. It is situated near the villages of Patterdale & Glenridding surrounded by stunning mountain scenery. The lake is a popular destination for fishing, walking, and other outdoor activities.
1.9m / 3.1km -
Fairfield Peak -
LA22 9RS
NY 35843 11629
= testing.width.spells Hotels nearby.
3.5m / 5.6km - 53 minutes walk
LA22 9RS
NY 35843 11629
= testing.width.spells Hotels nearby.
The highest of the Eastern Fells south of Helvellyn with ridges linking to other nearby fells
Elevation = 973 Meters / 3192.3 Feet3.5m / 5.6km -
View more hotels nearby with distances
Old Water View - Patterdale - 0.05
Crookabeck B&B - Patterdale - 0.18
The White Lion Inn - Penrith - 0.18
Patterdale Hotel - Penrith - 0.26
Ullswater Inn - Glenridding - 1.05
The Inn On The Lake - Ullswater - 1.15
Fairlight Guesthouse - Penrith - 1.16
YHA Helvellyn - Penrith - 2.29
The Brotherswater Inn - Patterdale - 2.38
Royal Hotel - Penrith - 3.72
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