Local Lake District Tips
Meet John
Property Recruiter
♥ Ambleside and the Mickleden Valley trail
John's tip
I moved to the Lake District over four years ago, and love everything about it, the mountains, the food and the people are all wonderful. My favourite spot and walk is along the Mickleden Valley at the end of the Langdales Valley. It’s a relatively flat walk but takes you into the heart of the fells with fantastic scenery and views. Its best to park at the National Trust car park next to the Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel (more about that later) From the car park head behind the hotel and quite literally follow the path along the valley. To your right you have Pike O’ Stickle towering over you and to the left ‘The Band’ which leads to Bowfell. The path winds its way along the bottom of the valley floor following Mickleden Beck, there are numerous natural plunge pools along the away, perfect spots for a picnic and a dip on a sunny day. The path splits into two at the wooden bridge both heading onto steeper ground to the fells beyond. The bridge is a perfect spot for a quick pit stop and to take in the breath-taking vista before heading back along the valley to your starting point. We can’t fail to mention The Old Dungeon Ghyll and its famous Hikers bar, used by generations of mountaineers and climbers it’s a warm and friendly bar serving homemade food and local ales, there is often a fire blazing and at the end of the day will be full of hikers reminiscing about their days adventures. There is also an open folk night on a Wednesday night, just turn up and play or relax and listen. Ppst.. Don’t tell too many people as it’s the best night in the Lakes! Find out more about Ambleside and the surrounding area with our guide here
Meet Lynsey
Homeowner Account Manager
♥ Coniston
Lynsey's tip
Coniston is a favourite spot of mine anytime of the year. Walking down to the lake is peaceful and calming even on its busiest days in the height of summer. Coniston Water is a super place to visit for all ages and offers a variety of activities, from taking a ride on the steam yacht Gondola, hiring a bike or simply feeding the ducks in front of the Bluebird Café. I enjoy sitting at the edge of the lake with the kids with a large hot chocolate full of marshmallows and relaxing. It truly is worth a visit. Our cottages in Coniston are well worth considering when booking your Lake District getaway, take a look here
