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Ambleside
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Approximately a ten minute walk from the pier at Waterhead. Ambleside is
a delightful place to visit. No supermarkets here but a variety of shops, both
traditional family run business and the latest in retailing in the new Market
Cross Centre. |
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TOP ACTIVITIES |
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Take A Cruise On Lake Windermere |
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 Launch's
and Steamers sail daily from Ambleside (Waterhead Pier) to Bowness and Lakeside where you can
stay on or break your journey and return on any of Windermere Lake cruises later
vessels.
Sail to The Lake District Visitor Centre at Brockhole.
Alternatively purchase a freedom ticket, valid for 24 hours from
time of purchase on any of Windermere Lake Cruises scheduled vessels.
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Visit the Armitt Museum |
Local
history comes to life at the Armitt Museum. Exhibits include a beautiful rocking
horse, Roman artifacts, Beatrix Potters watercolours, and the photographic
archive of Thomas Bell.
There are state of the art interactive displays, a traditional lantern show
and regular themed exhibitions.
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The Homes of Football |
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The homes of Football is the photographic collection of Stuart
Clarke, known internationally for the last 10 years as a touring exhibition. In
1997 an art gallery was acquired on Lake road, Ambleside, to secure a permanent
home for the collection. The gallery is open daily throughout the year. |
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Hayes Garden World |
Hayes Garden World is situated midway between Waterhead Pier and Ambleside
town centre.
The award winning nursery complex incorporates sections for plants, garden
furniture and equipment, books, gifts and associated items.
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