Lake District - Towns and Villages Glenridding
There's
plenty of towns and villages dotted all over the Lake District,
all are well within driving distance of each other, offering splendid
scenery and views of lakeland fells, mountains, lakes, rivers and
tarns. Many of which have excellent accommodation available wether
you are an avid walker/hiker or just here to see the beautiful scenerey,
for mountain bikers many of them offer safe storage for your bikes.
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Glenridding
Description: Glenridding is found a short drive from
Ambleside along the Kirkstone Pass on the south western shore of Ullswater. The village is
surrounded by mountains on three sides, making it a popular destination amongst fell walkers who
wish to explore Helvellyn, Fairfield and Place Fell.
In the mid 17th century Glenridding
was a mining village with iron ore being mined close to the village. These days the village’s
main industry is tourism, with a variety of pubs, inns, shops and a wide selection of
accommodation options, including outstanding guest houses.
Glenridding is popular with
tourists who want to follow some active pursuits like cycling, climbing and walking. A cruise on
Ullswater on one of the old late 19th century steamers is a great way to take in the beauty of
the area. Five miles from Glenridding is Aira Force, the most famous waterfalls in the Lake
District.
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