Out & About Around The Lakes B&B
Wray Castle & Claife Viewing Station
Why not travel over on the ferry from Bowness? From here you can discover the mystical heights of Claife Viewing Station and learn about its colourful history. The Claife Station courtyard is perfect for picnics followed by a gentle wander up the slope where you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of Windermere. You could make the journey into a loop by returning to Bowness and Ambleside on the boat from Wray Castle or Bark Barn, or refuel at the café at Wray Castle and re-trace your steps back to the Ferry.
Brockhole
Brockhole, situated in 30 acres of gardens between Ambleside and Windermere, is the Lake District National Park Authority Visitor Centre. One of the most popular Windermere attractions, it has its own landing stage, tree top trek, boat and bike hire, shop, tea rooms.
Windemere Lakes Cruises
Offer stunning circular cruises every day on historic ‘steamers’ and modern launches. Start your journey in Bowness, Ambleside or Lakeside the spectacular voyage gives the traveller magnificent views of mountain scenery, secluded bays and the many wooded islands.
Local Food & Drink
All restaurants and pubs are within 5 minutes walk
Mathews Bistro – Compston Road
The Priest Hole – Church street
Lucy’s On A Plate – Church Street
Award winning restaurants
The Old Stamp House One Michelin Star
Church Street
Lake Road Kitchen – Lake Road
Indian
Ishaas Indian – Kelsick Road
Thai
Jintana – Compston Road
Doi Intanon Thai Restaurant – Market Place
Chinese
China Cottage – Lake Road
Japanese
Wabi Sabi Noodle bar – Compston Road
Auradaze – Millans Park
Mexican
Bar Es Mexican Tapas – St. Mary’s Lane
Italian
Misto – Compston Road
Dodds restaurant – Rydal Road
Luigi’s – Kelsick Road
Vegetarian
Zeffirellis – Compston Road
Fellinis – Church Street
Cinema screens – jazz music
Local Pubs
Royal Oak
White Lion
Ambleside Tavern
Churchills
Ambleside Inn
Lilly Bar (live music)
Flying Fleece (live music)
All serve Home cooked food
