Unfortunately the weather was awful so lots of fog on the lake. When the sun is out the view from Annisgarth (where we stay). is amasing. We take our two Jack Russels with us and all the cafe and shops welcome us in. Great news.
It's easy to take Windermere for granted until you arrive to see it in flat calm conditions with the scenery perfectly reflected; then you truly know one element why the Lake District is considered by some to be the most beautiful corner of the plant.
Mind this can happen when you are driving past on the A591 where there are...
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a beautiful area whatever the weather-try the local carvery in bowness for wonderful views over the lake
Just a short ride over from york and the weather helps but what a great lake to visit possible the most used had a great ride round the lake from bowness to ambleside the reasturant was great aswell but most places are
We visited here on our journey home and thought we'd stop by.... it took us ages to find a decent parking space which cost us £4.00 for a quick 2hr trip. The place is really beautiful..you can jump on a boat to look around the lake or visit the world of Beatrix potter...but I wouldn't say there for a weekend...
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We went on a cold day in May and it was busy. Can't imagine what it would be like on a nice day in the school holidays. That said the views and atmosphere are fantastic and there are loads to do on the water. There are motor boats and rowing boats to hire and regular lake cruises. Shoreside there are...
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liked every thing, was nothing to dislike, views are fantastic, we went in group,and did some games and team building on the lake,went up to the island and back again, there was some geese on the island, just a fantastic place
we always feal so welcome in the lake district. as you rise over banerigg and drop into windermere the views accross lake windermere make me feal like i am home again. stunning
As always Windermere is superb, however during busy periods bank holidays etc. it can be an absolute nightmare - the Blackpool of the English Lake District. We did find the perfect escape by getting a lakeland cruise boat - three separate boat rides with a drop off at Wray Castle for a four mile easy walk back to The Ferry...
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The lake is simply picturesque. Such breathtaking view. I was lucky the weather that day was tremendous. It was so calm and serene, loved it. Recommend
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