Lovely waterfalls. You can follow the steep climb along the river, part walk up the road or a short distance from the nearby car park (Force Cafe, need to be a customer for parking first). We did the cafe, which was about 10 minutes, but still not ideal for those with mobility issues

Took a walk to Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall and really enjoyed it! The trail is peaceful and surrounded by beautiful woodland, with the sound of water along the way. The waterfall at the end is stunning — definitely worth the short hike. A lovely spot to relax and enjoy nature in Ambleside!

A short walk from the centre of Ambleside, these delightful, popular waterfalls are well worth visiting. Well marked tracks lead up the side of the river to the falls and then cross over small bridges so that you get the best views. An easy walk for children with lots of spots to pause and take in the view.

Stock Ghyll Force, Ambleside’s Hidden Waterfall. Located just a 15 minutes walk away from Ambleside town centre. Start your journey from the road opposite the Ambleside Inn, and follow the waymarked woodland path through Stock Ghyll Woods, where the sound of rushing water guides you to various scenic viewpoints along the river. 🌊🥾Follow the red arrows trail and cross a wooden footbridge, Just below the bridge, kids can paddle in the shallow stream. It’s a perfect spot for photos and refreshing treats.📸 🌿 Free, easy, and perfect for little explorers and nature lovers!

Always great to see the waterfalls all year round. This visit was on the loop walk from Troutbeck over Wansfell then down into Ambleside via the falls. Great walk.

A lovely waterfall within easy walking distance of Ambleside. The path splits about a third of the way up - the left route is classed as the more ‘challenging’ walk. We went up the left and then down the right which is definitely a more accessible route

We walked from the local Force cafe - you can park here but do need to visit the cafe to enable you to park. The walk isnt far from the cafe taking about 5 minutes. It was very busy with queues to take photos at some view points. You can walk a loop of the falls, crossing the bridge at the top, falling the path down to the second bridge. We would advise caution in the wet weather as with any environment like this as a slip here landed our afternoon in a&e! The paths are well maintained

Lovely little museum and library. We visited this museum to see the exhibition on Wainwright. It was about £7 to enter, and it includes free returns for a year, which is decent. There's a gift shop when you first enter the museum with lots of books in, and a few other bits. We had to park in the pay and display carpark across the road. There's toilets in the car park, plus a toilet in the museum. The exhibition on Wainwright is fantastic for anyone interested in walking/ Wainwright/ long distance walking. There's a tv with information/ short programs about Wainwright on a loop. There's lots of information, and the displays look lovely. There's also a few other exhibitions on a battle of Ambleside and Beatrix Potter at the moment. There were quite a few other people in there when we went, but it wasn't ridiculously busy. There was plenty of space to stand and move around in. It's well worth a visit. I'll be returning again one day.

Lovely little museum, with nod to it's founders, some great exhibits regarding Amblesides Roman history. Some stunning fungi water colours by none other than Beatrix Potter. Also while we were there, an excellent display about Alfred Wainwright and his guide books. Worth a visit if local history is your thing !

A wonderful local museum with well put together and interesting exhibitions. Lots of hands on things for children as well as lots of well presented information for adults. I look forward to future visits.

We visited in August 2024. A lovely museum, with nice exhibitions. Museums are always worthy of support, so please pop in. Friendly staff.

Absolutely wonderful little museum: we always make a point of visiting when we're in the Lake District. The temporary exhibitions are always a wonderful, fascinating and sometimes unexpected window into local history and culture, while the permanent display of Beatrix Potter's work, especially her mycological paintings, is breath-taking no matter how many times I see it.

Lovely visit and really interesting displays. I'm trying not to be too judgmental but the lady behind the till was very slow, she was in her 80s and probably shouldn't have been operating it.

Very interesting and informative Wainwright exhibition. A must see if you are in ambleside, plenty of exhibits. I was particularly moved by the television presentation of Andrew Nichol's journey to innominate tarn by Haystacks, the place where AW's ashes had been scattered.

Pretty little house over the river. Is right on the roadside so easy and free access ( & right next to the Apple Bakery if you fancy something tasty after your visit )

I fell in love with this town There are so many adventure, beautiful nature, lovely 🥰

Great place to eat under the shade - we bought a slice of pizza from the small shop nearby and sat along the bridge house. Nice place for a quick rest or stop.

Yep... it's indeed a house on a bridge. Great place to sit and eat your apple pie from the ambleside bakery.

Great opportunity for some good photos. Built across some fast flowing water and beautiful buildings surrounding it.

Cute little attraction. An easy stop for pictures as you wonder through the town.

A scenic spot in Ampleside. Only 10 mins drive from Windermere. Good to include in your itinerary if you are visiting Lake District.

Probably amazing in April thru May when azaleas in bloom. Nice 45 minute walk up steep hill but not much to see in mid October. Parking for about 10 cars. Tricky exit back onto busy road on the way out.

Azaleas and Rhododendron in full bloom and quite stunning, but the garden is definitely a forgotten gem. Nice walk up the steep path above the trees gives stunning views of the fells beyond Ambleside

Car park is small. Not what I was expecting. Not really a garden more walk ways through grass and up slopes that can be slippy in places. Some wildlife squirrels,small birds manage to see a deer. There is benches to sit on but you would need to put something down or get dirty trousers/etc. Across the road is Jenkins field and you can go down to the water and take in the views all around.

Nice walk 🚶‍♂️ very relaxing . There are not many parking spots.

Car park entrance is a 90 degree bend off the main road and a little uneven. Space for about 10 cars. Nice woodland walks the garden to one side and a woodland trail to the other. Early August not too many flowers in bloom.

Limited parking but fantastic place to explore including some massive trees

We walked from the piers at Ambleside took about 10/15 mins. We had difficulty crossing the road to the garden as traffic was very busy. It was a fairly steep walk up the single track road to the garden. The garden itself was a series of small rough paths, good walking shoes recommended, unfortunately several of these paths were blocked by fallen trees. I am sure it would be lovely when the rhododendrons were in flower but there were no flowers in August.

I can't recommend this enough! Just such an amazing experience. The Range of the cruises on offer is incredible. The staff are so informative and helpful, the facilities are plentiful, every boat has a bar or coffee shop. Who wouldn't say no to a mini booze cruise? The journey on the boat is once in a lifetime experience. I would highly recommend this experience for anyone visiting the lake district.

It’s a must-do activity. It offers a very pleasant cruise through the lake with stunning views. We took the Red Route return and it was great. The boats are on time, dog friendly, and the commentary tells the history of the place, although it would have been better if we could hear more stories.

My friends & I had such a pleasant day trip to the Lakes! Ambleside pier was our last stop and it was stunning! We went on a Monday so we managed to escape from the bustling crowds, very peaceful. Bought the 1 day hop on hop off bus ticket (£10 each but £25 for a group of 4), which was definitely worth it considering we managed to cover many villages and towns all within a day.

Lovely tour around the lake on the Green Cruise. The staff gave us an introduction of the lake and the tourist attractions. It was raining heavily in the morning so we had to stay indoors of the cruise. We visited the Wray Castle but couldn't go in there asit is being refurbished. only able to walk around the grounds. It was sunny in the afternoon so we sat on the top floor of the cruise, the staff is nice enough to wipe the seats dry for us and helped us take pictures!

Even if you don't take cruises it's a lovely place to spend some time, have an ice-cream or just sit and look at the lake.

Oh my, sailing in MV Teal was such a brilliant experience. Very welcoming staff, interesting commentary along the cruise, breathtaking views and absolutely delightful to be sailing on this elegant 89 years old vessel. Highly recommend this experience.

Staff so helpful finding us the best tickets for what we wanted to do, even telling us to hang onto our ticket for a discount at another attraction. Boats clean and lots of information given whilst on the trip. Great way to see the lake, even if a little chilly the day we went!

Food, wine pairing, staff friendliness and ambiance of the venue is first class. The chef bringing out the main dish and having a chat with every guest was a nice touch. The restaurant is decorated in dark colours and striking art work. Every single dish was an explosion of flavours that worked perfectly. The only disappointment was my boyfriend made a note on our reservation that it was my 40th birthday (actually the day itself) and offered to pay more money to do some sort of treat over dinner to acknowledge this and nothing was done. And the table next to us got a “happy birthday” from their waitress with a dessert that said “happy birthday” and from a sounds of it another complimentary dessert dish so that was sad for us both to witness when he hoped for something similar especially being such a milestone birthday.

Without doubt the best meal I have ever had! I could not fault a single thing. Each course was delicious. The staff were great. Terrific wine list. Wonderful atmosphere. Yes- this is a rave review!

This was our favourite meal during our stay in Ambleside. Everything was so well done here from start to finish. The explanation, the appearance, presentation, and taste were exemplary. We loved it all and will definitely be recommending to our friends. Well done to all the chefs and staff here who obviously work so hard to produce such a wonderful experience for their customers.

Had zero expectations when booking the Old Stamp House for dinner. To say I was pleasently surprised would be an understatement. A truly special experience start to finish. Impeccable service from when you walk in the door, the level of attention to detail and presentation with each dish is impressive. 11 courses on the atumn menu which are all timed well, use the best of the best produce and every element is carefully thought out and elevated. The best meal I've ever had by far. A must visit for a stay in the Lake District.

An amazing restaurant. Well worth booking ahead of time. Staff were friendly, and professional. Ambience was very comfortable. We went for lunch. All the courses were excellent. The chef served eveyone and had a pleasant conversation with all the clientele. There was even a letter written by Ryan to the guest, set on each table. A unique experience and would highly recommend.

From start to finish excellent! Thank you team The Old Stamp House for a wonderful evening. We much appreciated the unique and personal touch on behalf of the owner Ryan that has added so much value to the dinner. What is this? Well, visit and see!

Great service and excellent value. We loved the opening dishes but felt the latter part of the menu was very heavy and a bit overwhelming in terms of the flavours and depths of the dishes which drops it from being a five star for us. Still, an obviously deserved award winning restaurant with plenty of character, honesty, flair and talent leading the kitchen delivering a down to earth experience. We thoroughly appreciated the accompanying notes for each dish. We would return and try again.

This food is unforgettable. This is the first Michelin-starred restaurant my wife and I have been to. My wife is vegan and I ordered the vegetarian menu. They were so accommodating and recreated most of the dishes based on our restrictions, but the food tasted like it was meant to be that way to start. The staff was also great, they were super friendly. Overall I can't say enough good things about this restaurant. The only negative was that it ruined the rest of the food during my stay.

We had the 8 course tasting menu in the wonderful Lake Road Kitchen. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and very professional. The food was exceptional. This is what a tasting menu is all about. Not everything scored top marks for us but we still recognised the skill and invention that had gone into the dish. The salmon was our favourite and the cheesecake was exquisite. A truly wonderful experience and we would thoroughly recommend.

It was a perfect place to wrap up my holiday. My friend recommended me the LRK and it was worth it! My favourites were iberico with egg yolk, octopus and wagyu and all the rest! Basically I haven’t left anything. I’m not a sweet tooth but both desserts were just right for me. Some sauce was a bit salty for me, but it’ll be okay for most people. Service was great and wine pairing was great too! Thank you!

Great Michelin restaurant, perfect for a date. The intimate setting with few tables makes it feel private and special. The food was delicious, though we expected a bit more “wow” from the menu. Service was superb.

We chose the 12 course meal with an added course and dessert, and it was worth every penny! Every plate was beautifully plated, and phenomenal. The head chef, James came out to explain several of the dishes in detail, from what makes the ingredient unique, to how it was sourced and prepared. The explanations of every dish made this a fascinating experience that set it apart from other Michelin restaurants since it’s never the chef, and the plates are not always explained in detail. The other servers/chef were all kind and friendly as well. We also loved how certain ingredients were paired with preparations that you would never think of, such as pea miso or barley koji. Being Japanese, I loved how old Japanese methods were used on untypical ingredients. Lastly, James and Darren (sommelier) chose a few wines for us, and they went perfectly with our meal. The wine pairing would be a good choice at this restaurant. The dishes are spaced with enough time that you wouldn’t have to rush drinking every glass, and their wines are incredible. If you are visiting Ambleside, this restaurant is a must! It was the highlight of our time in the UK, and will definitely be back if we’re ever in Ambleside again.

I was surprised with the 8 course tasting menu for my 25th birthday! James, chef patron, was a legend. You can tell he cares so much about his food. The bread was the BEST bread I've ever had. The butter that came with it was dry aged and it tasted meaty with the bread. My favourite dish, although it's hard to choose, was the salmon. I savoured every bite. I crave for pistachio gelato every time I visit a hot country in Europe. To have this at home in the Lakes, and not only this, but the best quality pistachios paired with British cherry jam. Incredible. Also, shout-out to Darren who was an exceptional server. Hats off, the experience really felt once-in-a-lifetime as I'll remember this meal for the rest of my life. They also made me feel very special on my birthday, which I didn't expect at all. Worth every single ££ spent and it was a privilege to be able to go there.

Lake Road Kitchen in Ambleside is an absolute gem! From the moment we walked in, the warm, inviting atmosphere and the attentive staff made us feel right at home. The menu is a delightful foodie journey, each dish expertly crafted and beautifully presented. There was no standout dish for me as they were all outstandingly good. The wine pairing was impeccable, enhancing the flavours of each course. The attention to detail and the passion for culinary excellence are evident in every bite. It's clear that the team at Lake Road Kitchen takes great pride in what they do. This was more than just a meal; it was an unforgettable dining experience. Highly recommend!

A surprise find in the Lake District. Authentic Thai food with good selection of varieties. The staffs are super friendly and the building is beautiful with high ceilings. Had a great meal and a good time here. Highly recommended.

We had a wonderful dinner during our stay in Grasmere. We’re big fans of Thai food, and this restaurant is definitely one of the best we’ve been to. Our table was on the second floor, and I highly recommend requesting a table there. The atmosphere was fantastic—high ceilings and traditional Thai decorations. The food was delicious and varied. We started with the combination starter and the Yum Toui vegetarian salad, both of which were great. The main dishes were equally impressive, with both curry and stir-fried options to choose from. And the desserts were simply divine. The service was impeccable—quick, polite, and attentive. The prices seemed reasonable, considering the quality of the food and service. We felt we got our money’s worth.

e and my partner were overwhelmingly impressed by just how incredible the flavours and quality of cuisine this restaurant offers!! The staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely agree with the other reviews of this place.. absolutely love to come back here!

Lovely Thai restaurant in the heart of Ambleside. The food was superb and the service was very good. It's quite expensive but was worth it. I recommend booking a table as it was very busy when we went on a Friday at the end of September.

Doi Intanon in Ambleside stands out as one of the Lakes’ top spots for authentic Thai cuisine—a favourite both with regular visitors and lucky newcomers. The menu is bursting with classics: fragrant curries, aromatic stir-fries, and sizzling dishes delivered straight from the open kitchen. Each dish is crafted with great attention to detail, using fresh ingredients and traditional recipes passed down through generations. Portions are generous, and the variety accommodates all tastes, from adventurous spice lovers to vegans seeking creative, plant-based dishes. The atmosphere is bright, welcoming, and transports you to Thailand with its authentic décor and bustling energy. Service is consistently warm, knowledgeable, and friendly, with staff happy to recommend house specialities or cater to allergies and dietary needs. The combination starter and house-made Thai sweet chilli sauce are standouts, while the Weeping Tiger and Thai salads frequently win praise for bold flavour. For a special treat, save room for dessert—diners rave about the tempting sweets! The restaurant is popular, so advanced bookings are recommended. Whether you dine in or opt for takeaway, Doi Intanon delivers soul-soothing food and memorable hospitality. It’s a must-visit destination in Ambleside for anyone craving real Thai flavours at fair prices, served up with heart and care.

I would definitely recommend booking in advance it gets really busy. Staff were friendly and helpful. Drinks were a bit pricey. And I definitely didn't like the 10% service charge.

Update for 2025: Excellent food on our return visit. Curries were tasty with good depth of flavour. An improvement to food and service compared to 3 years ago and well worth a visit. ----- Starters were the best, sweetcorn fritters tasty and spring rolls were good. Red curry was tasty but had to hunt for the chicken. Service was prompt but haphazard with the wrong wine delivered and prawn crackers forgotten. Good flavours but could do better.

We had a beautiful meal with you yesturday evening, by far the best meal we have had in the lakes to date. Lovely staff, food very well presented, and allergies taken into consideration. Wine recommendations with each meal went really nicely with the meals we chose. Lovely atmosphere.

We received vouchers to dine here for our engagement and it was a lovely little treat. It is an A La Carte style menu with matching wine suggestions and there are plenty of options for everyone. All of the courses were beautifully cooked and presented and the staff were lovely! The only thing that didn’t wow me was the dessert and I love a good pud but overall the experience was 5*

A wonderful evening with top class food and excellent service. The staff were so helpful with food and wine choices for both one vegetarian and one meat eater. We would definitely recommend booking well in advance to anyone visiting Ambleside. Can’t wait to try the sister restaurant ‘The Stamp House’. Children on the next table, happy and content. Good atmosphere and chatty between tables. Good friendly ambience. Would recommend to all family and friends. Well deserving of our five stars.

Everything was 5 stars. It was our wedding anniversary so decided a treat was required. This exceeded our expectations. We chose to go with the wine pairing for each course and thoroughly enjoyed them all. I would definitely eat at Kysty again. We had a great night and we so well looked after by the staff. The food was truly incredible.

Hidden in a small alleyway away from the busy streets of Ambleside we discovered an hidden gem for culinary delight ;-) Bistro has a charming atmosphere and amazing staff providing a top notch service to guests. This was accompanied with amazing dishes that we enjoyed fully by us and our kids. Pre dinner snacks and bread were well presented and super yummy !! Venison and Fish mains were super yummy see photos. Accompanied by a good wine and local gin selection. Great evening out with delicate and well prepared food. Definitely will be visiting again in our next trip in Lake District Well done chef and team.

Amazing place. Chef went out of his way to prepare vegan and gluten free options for me which were incredible, he also came out to have a chat and ask me how the food was, which I really appreciate. All the staff here were friendly and welcoming and the whole restaurant has a beautiful vibe. Some of the best food we had in the lakes.

I think this is the best restaurant I have ever been to. We arrived a little later than booked due to an accident on the road, but the staff were so polite and happy to still accommodate us when we were expecting to be turned away. We ordered starters, mains and desserts as we wanted to try a little but of everything. We received some complimentary nibbles before our starters arrived, which was such a lovely surprise and each thing that was served to us was a delicious mouthful of flavour heaven. We were also served a little bit of bread (I think they said that it was made with beer) which was very dense, but delicious and very filling. I really want the recipe to this bread so I can make it at home! Every time a dish came out, the waiter would kindly explain each element to us. The food is beautifully presented and each element of the dish really compliments the other. Even though the portions may be classed as small by some, they are incredibly filling and you definitely leave the restaurant feeling full and satisfied. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone in the area and if I am ever back, will definitely visit again. For the quality of food you receive, this place is very reasonably priced as well.

Great restaurant. Absolutely loved the food here, and the overall experience was great. Enjoyed it so much the first time that we went back again later that week. The staff were extremely friendly and accommodated the dietry requirements of the group, pointing out the dishes that were suitable and offering to adjust dishes where possible. I would recommend their pasta dishes! The next time we're in the area, i'll be returning to try one of their pizzas!

Ate lunch at Zeffirellis after reading good reviews in a local hotel. The food was fantastic and Lucy was a great host explaining Gluten free options. Everything was incredibly efficient, staff were super helpful and the food was amazing. Beetroot Buddha bowl went down well. Will definitely come back. Thanks for a lovely meal.

Food was ok, but in my opinion, overpriced. No one came to our table to see if everything was OK, so we had to attract the attention of a waitress while going to another table, because they forgot our side order so it didn't come till the end of the meal, (taking a while so seemed to have forgotten to make it) , which was annoying and they apologised but didn't seem bothered that it came too late. Would have been a good gesture to not charge for that bit. I won't go again. didn't seem very bothered.

We booked Zeffirellis for a school friends reunion of nine people and we were not disappointed. The customer experience from reception to service of food was excellent. The food was excellent, hot, well cooked and served with a smile. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and would not hesitate to go there again.

You really won't be disappointed! The food is delicious and the staff are wonderful, polite & attentive. The atmosphere in this place is relaxing. Prices are fair, we went for lunch but the evening menus is also very good.

I had The cream tea Loved the scone Coffee was great But …whipped cream instead of clotted ???!!!! I would have kicked off and sent fists flying but the ambiance was nice and so were the waiters I felt a bit uncivilised and savage being given whipped cream instead of clotted They unleashed an unknown beast from within me The cream tea with no clotted cream has awakened something within me I didn’t know existed I feel soooo aliiiveee It’s complete madness I’ll probably come back for dinner

Three of us enjoyed a delicious meal here with excellent service. It was a delight to choose from such an extensive vegetarian menu. There is a good range of wines by the glass too. We also enjoyed a very good meal at their sister restaurant, Fellini. Of the two, the food at Zeffirellis is better.