Windermere is the largest English lake. England's largest lake is Windermere, with an area of 6 square miles (16 square km), located in the county of Cumbria. It is in Cumbria and supplies water to Manchester. Here there is a beautiful view of the mountains. Boats from the piers in Bowness sail around the lake, many calling at Ambleside or at Lakeside where there is a restored railway.
The town of Windermere was only a scattering of homes until 1847 when a railway came to the area and terminated here. The rail station was named Windermere, and the village obligingly changed its name from Birthwaite (meaning 'clearing in the birches') to match that of the station.
The town was formerly the village of Birthwaite, but was changed to Windermere. Windermere town was known as Birthwaite prior to the arrival of the Kendal and Windermere Railway, which stimulated its development.
There are two towns which border the lake, Ambleside and Bowness-on-Windermere. Although the town of Windermere does not directly touch the lake, it has now grown together with the older lakeside town of Bowness-on-Windermere, though the two retain distinguishable town centres.
The lake is largely surrounded by foot-hills of the Lake District which provide pleasant low-level walks; to the north and north-east the higher fells of central Lakeland commence.
The town of Windermere is about a fifteen-minute walk from the lakefront, and has now grown together with Bowness-on-Windermere.
Windermere station offers train and bus connections to the surrounding area, Manchester, Manchester Airport, and the West Coast Main Line.
The Ravensworth is a detached 19th century traditional stone character guesthouse. NO SMOKING in all rooms. Off-road parking for all our guests. Easy ....
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Westbury House is a charming Victorian residence offering quality accommodation and value for money.5 mins walk from Windermere rail/bus station. Doub....
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Rosemount (16 Rooms) Lake Rd, , Windermere LA23 2EQ
Welcome to Rosemount, the ideal launch-pad for your Lake District stay. After a satisfying night´s rest in one of our firm but comfortable b....
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The Belsfield Hotel (64 Rooms) Kendal Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3EL Rating:
In addition to the hotel´s wonderful location in Bowness-on-Windermere, at the heart the Lake District, The Belsfield has a heated indoor sw....
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St Johns Lodge (14 Rooms) Lake Road, , Windermere LA23 2EQ Rating:
The B and B is ideally situated between Windermere village and the lake (10 mins walk) and close to all amenities including The Beatrix Potter attract....
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We are proud to offer the friendliness and comfort of a modern day family-run hotel, set in a Victorian building rich with historical interest. Five m....
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Inspected by the English Tourist Council for quality assurance, our aim is to provide a high standard of service and accommodation for a comfortable a....
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Craig Manor Hotel (26 Rooms) Lake Rd, Lake District, windermere LA23 2JF Rating:
Welcome to the Craig Manor Hotel owned and run by the Harwood family.The hotel has experienced a major refurbishment in 2004. Our experience of 35 yea....
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The Angel Inn (11 Rooms) Helm Road, Windermere, Windermere LA23 3BJ Rating:
The Angel Inn is the perfect base for your holiday; set in an ideal central location in Bowness-on-Windermere, amongst gardens and grounds with views ....
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We offer our guests four types of room accommodation, Classic, Select, Select Plus and Premier, and provide award-winning food and service in our 2 AA....
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The Queens Cottage (5 Rooms) c/o The Queens Hotel, Windermere, Windermere LA23 1AB
Originally called the ´Village Inn´, The Queens is renown the world over for offering hospitality to travellers from early Victori....
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We are ideally situated. Just a short walk down Longtail Hill you will find the lake and the marina where there are lovely views and a bistro bar. The....
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Burn How is where it all begins. Those who enjoy the fresh country air can meander along picturesque woodland trails through unspoilt countryside....E....
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Cedar Manor is a distinctive period property with many fine features. Eleven individually decorated ensuite rooms (two in our coachouse). Some rooms w....
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21 The Lakes (14 Rooms) Lake Road, , Windermere LA23 2EQ Rating:
The luxury Hotel is idealy situated in the village of Windermere and is just 5 min´s walk passed many fine restaurants, shops, cinema and pu....
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Here at the Burnside Hotel you can enjoy a wide choice of ensuite bedrooms and private suites, spacious lounges; a widely acclaimed restaurant, well s....
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This highly rated country house enjoys a peaceful location, one mile from Bowness-on-Windermere. The lounge with its Inglenook fireplace is a comforta....
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Set minutes away from Bowness and Windermere in the heart of the Lake District, the Lodge is an ideal base for your Lake District holiday, with Ambles....
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Attractive Gardens Run Down To Its Own Jetties On The Shores Of Windermere Where Guests May Moor Their Boats for a small Charge. The Views Across Bown....
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Linthwaite House Hotel awarded 3 red stars by the AA, is one of the top 200 hotels in Britain, offering high quality hotel accommodation and short bre....
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