A Memorable Day Trip in the Lake District, UK

Day 1: Scenic Lake Adventure

Lake District, England

8:00AM

Breakfast at The Green Bough Cafe

Kickstart your day with a hearty breakfast at The Green Bough Cafe, known for its locally sourced ingredients and delicious vegetarian options.
Head out of the café and rent bicycles from 'Windermere Cycle Hire', just a couple of blocks away.
GBP10 per person, 1 hour

9:00AM

Cycling around Lake Windermere

Enjoy a leisurely cycle along the beautiful trails by Lake Windermere, soaking in the stunning views and the refreshing morning air.
Follow the dedicated bike paths around the lake which lead you toward Ambleside.
Free, 2 hours

11:00AM

Visit Ambleside

Explore the charming town of Ambleside, popping into local shops and the quaint Armitt Museum to learn about the area's heritage.
Cycle towards Ambleside, it's a 30-minute ride from Lake Windermere.
GBP5 for museum entry, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at The Old Mill

Savour a delicious homemade lunch at The Old Mill, famous for its eco-friendly practices and hearty local dishes.
Cycle from Ambleside to The Old Mill, which is a short ride away.
GBP12 per person, 1 hour

2:00PM

Visit Grasmere – The Wordsworth Museum

After lunch, take a scenic ride to Grasmere to visit the Wordsworth Museum, celebrating the life of one of England's greatest poets.
Cycle to Grasmere, a lovely 25-minute bike ride.
GBP8 for museum entry, 1.5 hours

3:30PM

Stroll Grasmere Village and enjoy some gingerbread

Take a leisurely stroll through picturesque Grasmere village, and don’t miss out on sampling the famous Grasmere Gingerbread from the historic shop.
Walk around the village, all sights are nearby.
GBP2 for gingerbread, 1 hour

4:30PM

Cycle to Bowness-on-Windermere

Pedal your way back towards Bowness-on-Windermere, enjoying the beautiful landscapes along the way.
This is a longer ride, approximately 1 hour but well worth the views.
Free, 1 hour

5:30PM

Evening at the Lake

Arrive in Bowness-on-Windermere, where you can relax by the lakeshore, watch the sunset, and reflect on the day's adventures.
Bike around the lakeshore trails for the best views.
Free, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at The Boathouse Restaurant

End your day with a delightful dinner at The Boathouse Restaurant, serving fresh, local flavours with views of the lake.
It's a short cycle from the lakeshore to the restaurant.
GBP15 per person, 1.5 hours
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