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🇬🇧 50+ Things to do in the Lake District ⬇️ If you’re looking to escape the hustle & bustle of London, then I highly recommend booking a trip to the Lake District National Park in England this spring/summer. Here are my suggestions of for the best things to do” 📍ACTIVITIES — Rent a motorboat on Windermere Lake, go kayaking on Derwentwater, Gin/Whisky tasting tour at The Lakes Distillery, take a ride on the Ullswater Steamer, Watch a show at Theatre by the Lake 📍 PLACES TO VISIT — Yew Tree Farm, Hill Top (Beatrix Potter’s farmhouse), Rydal Mount & Gardens, Castlerigg Stone Circle, Holker Hall & Gardens, Dove Cottage, Lowther Castle, Bridge House in Ambleside 🥾 HIKES/WALKS — Catbells, Scafell Pike, Aira Force, Rydal Caves, Thirlmere Infinity Pool, Old Man of Coniston, Helvellyn, Langdale Horseshoe, Tarn Hows, Helm Crag, Skiddaw 🍽 RESTAURANTS — The Old Stamp House, The Dog & Gun, Heft, L’Enclume, Porto, Kysty, Source @ Gilpin, Hidden River Café, Drunken Duck Inn, Forest Side ☕️ CAFES & BAKERIES. — Homeground, Chesters By The River, Faeryland Grasmere, The Apple Pie Cafe, Lucia’s Bakehouse, Grasmere Gingerbread, Method Cafe, Lake Road Brunch 🏨 HOTELS — Another Place, Haweswater Hotel, The Swan Hotel, Langdale Lake District, Landal North Lakes, Lodore Falls Hotel, Rothay Manor, Low Wood Bay Resort Video edited with my video presets (link in bio) @presetsbykelsey #loveengland #uktravelblogger #uktravel #unitedkingdom #greatbritain #lovegreatbritain #visitengland #england🇬🇧 #englandsbigpicture #beautifulengland #englandtravel #uktrip #unlimitedbritain #visitbritain #instabritain #scenicbritain #lakedistrict #lakedistrictnationalpark #lakedistrictuk #cumbria #visitcumbria #thelakedistrict #windermere #grasmere #ambleside #ulswater Restaurants in Lake District | Cafes in Lake District | Best Hikes in Lake District | Lake District Activities | Lake District National Park | Lake District Hotels | Places to visit in Lake District | | Places to satay in Lake District
kelseyinlondonkelseyinlondon
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The Ambleside Bridge House is truly charming and thought-provoking, making you wonder how a family lived in such a small space in the past. Currently, it’s situated next to several restaurants and cafes, with water flowing nearby, creating a beautiful setting. If I could paint, I would definitely create a scene of this lovely house. Additionally, there’s a parking spot nearby, so we parked our car and easily explored the area.
Khyati ChopraKhyati Chopra
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Bridge House is possibly the most photographed building in the Lake District, and a popular subject for many artists including Turner. A tiny building, originally an apple store for nearby Ambleside Hall, was built over Stock Beck to escape land tax. Once five mills were driven by the power of Stock Beck and some may still be seen nearby. It is said that at some time a family with six children lived here in the two rooms.
Jingchao ZhouJingchao Zhou
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Nothing spectacular but a small stone house built on a bridge said to avoid paying land taxes. It get more interesting when you learn more about its history and related stories. It has become one of the most photographed houses in the UK and a must-see when people visiting Ambleside. It is pleasant to stroll around the house, sit on the bank or benches for a rest or explore shops and restaurants nearby.
Michael CHANMichael CHAN
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I've been passed this many a time on my way through the lakes. Always assumed that it was a tiny house. Fascinated to find out about its many uses over the years. The lady returned from her lunch break exactly at the time stated on the chalk board.
John WilsonJohn Wilson
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Probably the most photographed building in Ambleside, maybe the lakes! It's a cool little building, it's from the 17th century and still looks fantastic to this day, if you're passing through or in Ambleside it's definitely worth a visit!
LeeLee
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Nearby Attractions Of The Bridge House
Stock Ghyll Force
Rothay Park
White Platts Miniature Golf
Ambleside Townhouse
Ambleside Manor - Vegetarian Hotel
Ambleside Climbing Wall
The Lakelands Owners Club
St. Mary’s Parish Church
Armitt Library & Museum Centre
Old Courthouse Gallery

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Nearby Restaurants Of The Bridge House
The Apple Pie Cafe and Bakery
The White Lion Hotel
Zeffirellis
Ambleside Tap Yard
Dodds Restaurant
The Priest Hole Restaurant
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Sheila's Cottage
The Unicorn Ambleside
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Rydal Rd, Ambleside LA22 9AN, United Kingdom
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nationaltrust.org.uk
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attractions: Stock Ghyll Force, Rothay Park, White Platts Miniature Golf, Ambleside Townhouse, Ambleside Manor - Vegetarian Hotel, Ambleside Climbing Wall, The Lakelands Owners Club, St. Mary’s Parish Church, Armitt Library & Museum Centre, Old Courthouse Gallery, restaurants: The Apple Pie Cafe and Bakery, The White Lion Hotel, Zeffirellis, Ambleside Tap Yard, Dodds Restaurant, The Priest Hole Restaurant, Lucy's on a plate, Sheila's Cottage, The Unicorn Ambleside, The Sportsmans, Ambleside

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