Ambleside Buses - Explore the area during your visit

At the head of Lake Windermere and the foot of Kirkstone Pass, there's a pastime for everyone. Ambleside is a bustling market town great for cafes, walking and climbing equipment. With Waterhead pier connecting visitors to the Lake, catch the steamer for a leisurely boat ride or hire a boat.

The town is bursting with traditional pubs, tea shops, and award winning restaurants.

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Windermere	11 mins by bus	A wonderful town, perfect for visitors all year round. With plenty of restaurants and bars to suit everyone’s taste!	505 516 555 599
Bowness	24 mins by bus	Head down to the pier and experience a relaxing cruise on England’s largest Lake with our Bus & Boat ticket.	599
Grasmere	15 mins by bus	Immerse yourselves in the world of poetry at Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum. Don't forget to sample the world famous Grasmere Gingerbread while in the village!	555 599
Hawkshead	20 mins by bus	With its cobbled streets and whitewashed cottages, it’s the perfect place to experience the real Lake District.	505
Elterwater	17 mins by bus	Visit the famous Skelwith Force waterfall and enjoy a brew from the local Langdale Brewing Company.	516
Keswick	46 mins by bus	Situated between Skiddaw and Derwentwater, this scenic market town offers a wide range of attractions and outdoor activities.	555
Coniston	38 mins by bus	Discover the world of John Ruskin at Brantwood with a Bus & Boat ticket.	505

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The Chocolate Factory	20 mins by bus	A unique and interactive experience for children and families in Hawkshead, with over 100 varieties of chocolate to choose from.	505
Grasmere Gingerbread	20 mins by bus	Stock up on the world famous gingerbread from their new shop in the historic village of Hawkshead.	505