3-Day Public Transport Adventure in the Lake District from Kendal with Vegetarian Dining

Day 1: Windermere & Ambleside

Kendal, United Kingdom on June 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at The Lime Tree Restaurant, Kendal

Enjoy a quality vegetarian-friendly breakfast with fresh local produce to start your excursion.
GBP12, 1h

9:30am

Bus to Windermere

Take the Stagecoach bus from Kendal to Windermere (approx. 40 mins). A scenic journey to the heart of the Lake District.
GBP5, 0h40m

10:30am

Explore Windermere town

Stroll through Windermere’s charming town centre and visit the free-to-enter Windermere Information Centre for maps and tips.
Free, 1h

11:30am

Ambleside visit

Take the local bus from Windermere to Ambleside (20 minutes). Wander the lakeside paths and the quaint town centre, enjoying the lake views for free.
GBP3, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at The Apple Pie, Ambleside

Traditional meals with vegetarian options including veggie pies; a cosy spot loved by locals.
GBP15, 1h

2:15pm

Walk to Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall

A short, free walking trail to a beautiful 70ft waterfall near Ambleside. Ideal for nature lovers and easy to reach from town.
Free, 1h

4:00pm

Return bus to Kendal

Take the bus back to Kendal to relax at your hotel after a fulfilling day.
GBP8, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Little Lemon Tree, Kendal

Enjoy a vegetarian-friendly dinner featuring locally sourced ingredients and inventive dishes in a relaxed setting.
GBP20, 1h30m
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Day 2: Keswick & Derwentwater

Kendal, United Kingdom on June 2, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at your hotel

Start with a wholesome vegetarian breakfast in Kendal before your day trip to Keswick.
Included in accommodation, 1h

8:30am

Train and Bus to Keswick

Take the train from Kendal to Penrith, then a direct bus to Keswick. Total travel approx. 2 hours through scenic landscapes.
GBP15, 2h

10:30am

Explore Keswick Market and town

Browse the often lively Keswick Market (check market days; usually Wednesday and Saturday) and walk the town for free activities.
Free, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at The Square Orange Café, Keswick

Fully vegetarian and vegan-friendly café offering wraps, soups, and salads made from fresh, local ingredients.
GBP12, 1h

1:15pm

Derwentwater lakeside walk

Enjoy a free 3-mile walk around Derwentwater’s shore with picturesque views of the lake and fells, accessible from Keswick town centre.
Free, 2h

3:30pm

Bus return to Kendal

Return by bus and train to Kendal to rest after a busy day exploring lakes and towns.
GBP15, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at The Lime Tree, Kendal

A popular restaurant offering quality vegetarian dishes in a charming atmosphere to end your day beautifully.
GBP22, 1h30m
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Day 3: Grasmere & Return

Kendal, United Kingdom on June 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Kendal Coffee Co.

Start your day with a locally roasted coffee and vegetarian pastries in a friendly café setting.
GBP8, 45m

9:00am

Bus to Grasmere

Catch the bus from Kendal to Grasmere (approx. 1h 30m), admiring the tranquil countryside en route.
GBP10, 1h30m

10:30am

Explore Grasmere Village and Dove Cottage Gardens

Enjoy a gentle stroll freely around Grasmere village and the free outside gardens of Dove Cottage, where William Wordsworth lived.
Free (Note: Cottage entry is paid, garden walk is free), 1h30m

12:15pm

Lunch at The Jumble Room, Grasmere

Offering a large vegetarian menu with Mediterranean-inspired dishes in a quirky, welcoming environment.
GBP18, 1h

1:30pm

Walk Grasmere Lake

A peaceful and scenic walk around Grasmere Lake is free to access and perfect for nature lovers.
Free, 1h

3:00pm

Return bus to Kendal

Take an afternoon bus back to Kendal to complete your Lake District visit.
GBP10, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Black Sheep, Kendal

Relax with a final vegetarian-friendly meal featuring seasonal produce in this cosy Kendal restaurant.
GBP20, 1h30m
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