Ambleside Holidays

If you’re looking for a quintessential UK holiday with stunning countryside and plenty of history then look no further than Ambleside in Cumbria. Ambleside is situated in the north-west of England, just 1 hour from the Scottish border, surrounded by the breathtaking protected beauty of the Lake District National Park. The town and surrounding area offers an excellent selection of holiday accommodation ranging from budget UK holidays in friendly campsites and local B&B’s to traditional holiday cottages and luxury holiday apartments. Stay in Ambleside town centre in a classic Victorian town house or head into the countryside for good quality self-catering accommodation amidst the natural beauty of Cumbria.

 

Ambleside is the perfect base for exploring the surrounding countryside and a fantastic choice for holidays in the UK. Located at the northern end of Lake Windermere, ferries run regularly from Ambleside to Bowness-on-Windermere providing the best opportunity to enjoy picturesque views of the lake and mountains. Hikers and mountain bikers are more than catered for on a UK holiday in Ambleside with easy access to many of the Lake District’s most popular mountain walks and trails. An easy walk directly from the town centre will bring you to Loughrigg Fell with fantastic views of the town and lake or enjoy a relaxed cycle to the neighbouring town of Grasmere. More challenging hikes can also be well accessed from Ambleside making it an excellent destination for UK walking holidays.

 

Along with the great range of outdoor pursuits, Ambleside holidays offer a unique taste of English heritage. The area’s ancient history can be uncovered nearby in the Roman fort of Galava while a more recent past is on display in the town at the informative Armitt Library and Museum. Ambleside’s iconic Bridge House, built more than 300 years ago, now hosts a National Trust information centre while just a few miles down the road at Rydal Mount sits the house of literary great William Wordsworth. Just one more reason why Ambleside is a UK holiday destination with something for everyone.