The Simple Guide to Ambleside and Waterhead in the English Lake District
Visiting Ambleside and Waterhead in the English Lake District? Want to know what there is to see and do? Our simple guide has the answers to questions posed by many first time visitors, as well as regular returnees.
In this video you'll find information many travel vlogs tend to ignore. Like how easy it is to get to Ambleside and Waterhead in the English Lake District, how easy it is to park, and can you get to Ambleside and Waterhead by public transport. Plus we'll reveal what you'll find when you wander around town. As well as covering the main tourist attractions, such as Windermere Lake Cruises and the Galava Roman Fort and the Armitt Museum, we'll also answer the simple basic questions like is there somewhere where the kids can let off steam, is there a cinema or theatre, or are the streets just full of gift shops?
We also answer the simple question of are there any good Lake District Walks that can be completed from Ambleside. As you will see, there are quite a few, with the Fairfield Horseshoe, Wansfell, and Loughrigg all within easy reach.
You'll also learn about local amenities, such as churches, medical services for both people and pets, plus whether there's a post office or bank.
Note that none of the businesses or attractions included have paid for inclusion, the video is NOT a recommendation, and other attractions or businesses selling similar products may well exist.
Businesses and attractions opening times vary according to season, so please check opening times and availability with any business or attraction you want to visit before travelling.
For more information about Windermere Lake Cruises, see www.windermere-lakecruises.co.uk
For information about the Armitt Museum, see www.armitt.com
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Nice to see you making videos again, Eric. Your videos are always enjoyable. 👍
@jonathancraigguides
27 күн бұрын
Thank you. I like making them, but only when there are no distractions like Grandchildren. I like entertaining them much more.
Nice to see your videos again
@jonathancraigguides
26 күн бұрын
Thank you Graham.
Wow ! Great surprise , nice to see a video from you .
@jonathancraigguides
26 күн бұрын
Thank you! 😃
Great video, Eric. I love Ambleside.
@jonathancraigguides
26 күн бұрын
Thank you. It is a nice, friendly little town I always find. I particularly enjoyed the garden and woodland sections during shooting. I'm not a big garden fan normally, but it was just so relaxing.
What a lovely surprise. Great to see you back.
@jonathancraigguides
26 күн бұрын
Thank you! 😊
Terrific and most informative. Thank you.
@jonathancraigguides
26 күн бұрын
Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Eric the legends back 🌿💪
@jonathancraigguides
19 күн бұрын
Thank you. He is indeed. In fact, might be clicking the upload button again very soon.
great to hear you again😀
@jonathancraigguides
23 күн бұрын
Thank you.
Good video and great information thank you xx
@jonathancraigguides
25 күн бұрын
Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Great to see you back out again Eric and what a very comprehensive guide to Ambleside, so essential views for someone wanting to visit for the first time. Never know about the Roam Fort there or Stagshore Gardens either and some great historical information, that I will no doubt be using myself at some time in the future, as I usually do! Another great watch, cheers Alan
@GB-uk6dr
27 күн бұрын
Couldn’t agree more, Alan. I’m in Grasmere next week and I’ll be giving Stagshore Gardens and the Armitt Museum a visit. 👍
@AlanMETALMAN
27 күн бұрын
@@GB-uk6dr - haha me too, next time I am there:o)
@jonathancraigguides
27 күн бұрын
Thank you Alan. A slightly different style for me with this one. Shorter clips, more talking, plus I'm not on camera. I was trying to get it all into just 10 minutes but there is too much. The Roman fort has been tidied up a bit in the last few years, with new signage. It used to be surrounded by a fence, partly to stop damage from the cows that graze in the field. Stagshaw Gardens is lovely at this time of year, it always makes me envious when I see the plants there and then come home to my measly little plot. I think I have the world's smallest azaleas! I've just been watching your Rannerdale video. I was over there myself last week to look at the bluebells and walk to the top of the fell. Had the same problem as you with parking. It gets busier every year. I wonder if the likes of me and thee are part of the problem, telling people about these wonderful places that they then go and visit themselves. I'm not sure that we make that much of a difference. Now the grandchildren are old enough to attend school every day I'm starting to get out a bit more, so maybe see you on the fells again at some point. In the meantime, take care and keep those videos coming. Atb Eric
@AlanMETALMAN
27 күн бұрын
@@jonathancraigguides - I have been told that before and in no uncertain terms as well but I am happy to help others enjoy these beautiful places, as long as they respect them :o)
Lovely video Eric xxx
@jonathancraigguides
26 күн бұрын
Thank you. I have to admit that I learned much during the production of this one.
Excellent to see you 👍🏻 hope u are well
@jonathancraigguides
26 күн бұрын
Thank you. Yes, I'm as well as can be expected, although after that nice weather the rain this morning is somewhat annoying. Bones I never knew I had have suddenly started to ache again!
Nice to see your video again Sir… Will be back there again somewhere Autumn this year if not 1st quarter of next year… Will have another go at Loughrigg Fell though I climbed that already in March 2020… Climbed a lower peak that close to Waterhead in 2022, the one that have a wee tarn close to it… Definitely will Keswick & Grasmere again…
@jonathancraigguides
26 күн бұрын
Thank you. It sounds like you have your next holiday here well planned out. That's the beauty of Ambleside, so many good walks can be completed from the town.
Great video Eric, thanks. And you can learn something every day. I've been to Ambleside many times and driven through it many more but, I did not know about the roman remains. I do enjoy your guides to the towns around the Lakes but must admit that I yearn for your walks up t' fell as well. Thanks for the upload.
@jonathancraigguides
26 күн бұрын
Thank you. Actually, I mentioned the Roman remains in my first Loughrigg video, 'Around Loughrigg, although that was 11 years ago when I just started out. Plus, it was only a passing mention as we looked down on them from the path up to Todd Crag. You'll be pleased to know that I've a couple of fell walks in the pipeline, but I also enjoy making the town videos, and as I have not yet found a cure for ageing I have to admit that they are easier to shoot. The key for me is finding the balance.
@Quaker521
26 күн бұрын
@@jonathancraigguides Aah, my memory is not what it used to be, I may have to revisit that video. I'm not trying to push you back out onto the hills - I'm sure that you'll find 'your' right balance, because that's what counts. I also don't find the hills as easy as I used to!😁
Great to see you back Eric, missed your videos
@jonathancraigguides
25 күн бұрын
Now this is weird. I was on YT last night and my Silver Howe video popped up on my feed. It hasn't done that for a long time, since it is a few years since we made it. It was a brilliant day, and it is still getting hits. Hope you and your good wife are well.
@captkev737
24 күн бұрын
Hi Eric, yes that was a great day, & as you might remember I was really excited to meet you, you are a true gentleman. We’re all doing well thank you, I look forward to your new videos, Best Wishes Kevin & Helen
@captkev737
24 күн бұрын
Ps, we did Grasmere, Loughrigg Fell, Ambleside on Sunday 19th May, it was great to be up in the Lakes again & on the fells
@jonathancraigguides
24 күн бұрын
@@captkev737 You picked a good day for that walk. Glorious views with good weather.
As always inspiring eric .... wainwright would be proud a fantastic guide cheers 🍻
@jonathancraigguides
26 күн бұрын
Thank you. I know he loved Loughrigg. He was also a fan of the Armitt museum in Ambleside, but then being a museum curator himself he would probably appreciate the work involved in the upkeep of such a place.