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Windermere

Windermere, United Kingdom is a picturesque town located in the Lake District National Park in Cumbria. It is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Windermere, which is England's largest natural lake and measures approximately 11 miles long and half a mile wide.

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Hiking Trail · North West England
Ambleside and Wansfell Pike
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.4 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 550 m
Descent 550 m

Ambleside and Wansfell Pike Circular route from Ambleside to Troutbeck and up to Wansfell Pike and back down to Ambleside Details about the ...

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Hiking Trail · North West England
Wansfell Pike
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 10.8 km
Duration 3:28 h
Ascent 491 m
Descent 491 m

Starting from Ambleside, a climb via Stock Ghyll to Wansfell Pike with supberb views of Ambleside and Windermere, returning via Troutbeck

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Mountain Hike · North West England
The Pikes and Dove Crag from Ambleside
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 16.6 km
Duration 4:57 h
Ascent 747 m
Descent 747 m

A walk up Low and High pikes taking in Dove Crag with a return via Scandale

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from Jim EARLAM,   Community
Hiking Trail · North West England
Claife Heights
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 7.1 km
Duration 1:56 h
Ascent 140 m
Descent 139 m

From the village of Far Sawrey in the southern Lake District a walk past Moss Eccles Tarn and Wise Enn Tarn to Claife Heights above Windermere

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from Andrew Locking,   Community
Hiking Trail · North West England
Dales Way Day 6 Burneside to Bowness
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 15 km
Duration 3:57 h
Ascent 251 m
Descent 222 m

The final day, enjoy the walk along the River Kent and then over the hills to the finish.

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from Jim EARLAM,   Community
Hiking Trail · North West England
High Dam Round Trip
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 3.5 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 145 m
Descent 146 m

Such a beautiful walk up to the High Dam, and then around the lake. Nature at its best! The climb to the dam can be serious for some people, but it ...

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from Guy Tsur,   Community
Hiking Trail · North West England
Orrest Head
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 5.1 km
Duration 1:45 h
Ascent 115 m
Descent 130 m

From Windermere Station, a walk up to Orrest Head with wonderful views over Windermere into the heart of the Lake District

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from Andrew Locking,   Community
Hiking Trail · North West England
Hawkshead to Wray Castle - Walking with Wheels
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.8 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 143 m
Descent 88 m

Hawkshead to Wray Castle & Lake Windermere  - Walking with Wheels An out and back route of 6.8 miles (11km)

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from Barry Andrews,   Community
Hiking Trail · North West England
North Half of The Lap Windermere - 26 miles
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 42.1 km
Duration 13:05 h
Ascent 1,440 m
Descent 1,440 m

This route is provided for guidance only. Conditions can change and all walks are undertaken at your own risk. You are responsible for your own ...

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from Rory Stephen,   Community
Long Distance Hiking · North West England
Bus to Bowness & Dalesway back to C&C Site
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.5 km
Duration 2:53 h
Ascent 257 m
Descent 200 m

Bowness on Windermere - Lake District National Park - The English Lake District WHS - Cleabarrow - Windermere Golf Club

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from Mike Bamber,   Community
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The most beautiful place in Windermere has to be the stunning views from Orrest Head. This popular viewpoint offers panoramic vistas of Lake Windermere, the fells surrounding it and beyond. Another must-see attraction for visitors is The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, which celebrates the life and works of this beloved children's author who was inspired by her surroundings here.

Cultural highlights include visiting Blackwell House - an Arts & Crafts masterpiece overlooking Lake Windermere or taking part in one of many festivals that take place throughout the year such as Kendal Mountain Festival or Lakes Alive.

When it comes to culinary specialities, there are plenty to choose from! Local favourites include Cumberland sausage (a delicious pork sausage with herbs), sticky toffee pudding (a sweet dessert made with dates) and Grasmere gingerbread (a spicy biscuit).

Outdoor activities abound in this area including hiking along scenic trails like Wansfell Pike or cycling around nearby villages like Hawkshead. With its clear waters, swimming is also possible although temperatures can be chilly depending on when you visit!

Lake Windermere itself boasts over 20 species of fish including pike, perch and roach while depths reach up to 220 feet deep making it perfect for fishing enthusiasts too!

Overall, whether you're looking for culture or adventure – there's something for everyone here at Windermere – so why not come explore all that this charming town has to offer?

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