About
A historic lake district village with whitewashed cottages
Why go
- Storybook villages that shaped childhood classics
- Feels timeless
- Fairytale English village
Must try
- Wander the historic village streets
- Visit Wordsworth’s Grammar School
- Stop at a cosy café or traditional pub
Pro tips
- Village centre is car-free, park outside
- Catch the 505 bus from Ambleside
- Train to Windermere, then bus to Ambleside
- Walk straight into the countryside
- Walk Tarn Hows Circular
Good to know
- Parking spaces are limited, arrive early
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