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Manchester: Lake District Tour with Lake Cruise & Train Ride
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Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool
What to do in Hawkshead
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Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
You can learn about the history of Grasmere with a stop at Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Rydal Mount
Wander through the picturesque grounds of Wordsworth’s family home and imagine how the views of lakes inspired him to write.
Ambleside Pier
Explore the waterfront in Waterhead with a trip to Ambleside Pier. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Dove Cottage
Visit the 17th-century house where William Wordsworth lived for almost a decade and wrote some of his most celebrated works.
Wray Castle
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Wray Castle during your trip to Ambleside. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Tarn Hows
Explore the great outdoors at Tarn Hows, a lovely green space in Ambleside. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Rydal Water
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rydal Water during your travels in Ambleside. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this quaint area.
Helm Crag
Explore the great outdoors at Helm Crag, a lovely green space in Grasmere. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Church of St Mary
Enjoy the serene ambiance in this charming lakeside church, peruse the intricate stained-glass windows and learn about medieval traditions.
- Yorkshire Dales National Park
- Scafell Pike
- World of Beatrix Potter
- Coniston Water
- Cartmel Racecourse
- South Lakes Safari Zoo
- Lowther Castle and Gardens
- Castlerigg Stone Circle
- Rydal Mount
- Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre
- Sizergh Castle
- Dove Cottage
- Muncaster Castle
- Wast Water
- Levens Hall and Gardens
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