Full-Day Tour to the Western Lake District from Yorkshire Dales

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Explore the western coastline and quiet, unspoiled lakes of the Lake District. This is an area that is not often visited but contains some of the most magnificent scenery to be found in the Lake District. The highest mountain in England along with the deepest lake are in this western area. If you have seen the more commonly visited areas of the Lakes then this is a must to explore new places.

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Duration: 7 hours
Starts: Hawes, United Kingdom
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours



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Explore the western coastline and quiet, unspoiled lakes of the Lake District. This is an area that is not often visited but contains some of the most magnificent scenery to be found in the Lake District. The highest mountain in England along with the deepest lake are in this western area. If you have seen the more commonly visited areas of the Lakes then this is a must to explore new places.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Coniston Water, Coniston England

See the lake where Donald Campbell broke the World water-speed record. You will get to discover all about Blue Bird and the record breaking attempt that eventually ended in a disaster.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Coniston, Coniston, Lake District, Cumbria, England

Take a look at the village of Coniston. This typical Lake District village is the centre of the area and contains many buildings of interest.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Wast Water, Seascale, UK

Visit the deepest lake in England. You will learn of the grisly finds that have appeared in this lake when divers have been exploring it and also see some of the highest mountains in England.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Ravenglass, Ravenglass, Lake District, Cumbria, England

Explore the old village with its ancient history. The village dates back to the Romans and you will discover lots about its design.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Santon Bridge, Santon Bridge, Lake District, Cumbria, England

Discover this lovely village where the world’s biggest liar competition is held. Hear some of the tall tales that were told here.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Nether Wasdale, Nether Wasdale, Lake District, Cumbria, England

Our lunch stop and a lovely view as we sit beside the babbling brook enjoying the best of local produce.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Ennerdale Water, Ennerdale Bridge, Cleator CA23 3AS England

See one of the more remote and untouched lakes. Very few visitors are lucky enough to get to beautiful Ennerdale Water, but you’ll be able to spend quality time here.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Loweswater, Loweswater, Cumbria, England

One of the less visited but beautiful lakes. Loweswater hides in a remote corner of the Lake District but you will be charmed by its serenity.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Thirlmere, Thirlmere, Keswick, Lake District, Cumbria, England

Learn about how Thirlmere was created when a whole village was destroyed to supply water to the city of Manchester. Today it is beautiful and tranquil.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop, Church Cottage, Grasmere LA22 9SW England

A quick stop at the Gingerbread Shop is a must! Visitors come to this tiny shop from all over the world and you’ll get an opportunity to find out why.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Grasmere, Grasmere, Lake District, Cumbria, England

See one of the smaller lakes that is so well known to visitors to this area. Discover the links to William Wordsworth and his sister Dorothy.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Rydal Water, A591, Rydal, Ambleside England

A beautiful and calm lake often used for Wild Swimming. We won’t have time to do that on this tour but if you are feeling brave why not come back another day?

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Ambleside, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria, England

Learn about the history of Ambleside. You will discover why this is known as the heart of the Lake District.

Duration: 30 minutes



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