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Jennings Adventure Ale Trail - Rydal

Jennings Adventure Ale Trail - Rydal

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Ambleside, Cumbria

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Discover the much loved, inspirational scenery of the central lakes with time to sit back and reflect with a pint of Jennings Real Ale!

Explore the mix of low fells, woodland, fast flowing becks and the ruffled water of numerous tarns before reaching the Langdale Hotel to rest weary legs and refuel with dinner and a pint of refreshing Cumberland Ale!

Day two takes in the classic terrain of the Langdale Pikes, the most easily recognisable group of mountains in the Lake District, before following a sneaky high-level path to Easedale and to the Travellers Rest in Grasmere.

The final day is a time for reflection in an area famous for its literary connections before heading to the Queens Hotel in Ambleside for a pint of Jennings. A gentle and inspirational finish to a trail that takes in some of the most dramatic landscapes of the Lake District!

Before setting off please make sure you plot the suggested route on OS maps and pack a compass. They are essential for a safe, enjoyable day in the hills!

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  • Description of route - Ambleside - Elterwater - Grasmere - Ambleside
  • Length of route (miles) - 30
  • Typical duration of route - 3 days

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Tour of Loughrigg Fell, AmblesideThe fells just west of Ambleside are gentler than the higher fells and offer a good introduction to those new to the Lake District.

Troutbeck and Jenkin Crag, AmblesideTroutbeck and Ambleside are linked by an old bridleway that traverses the southern flanks of Wansfell.

Claife Heights, AmblesideClaife Heights, an area of low fells lying west of Windermere, is an excellent venue for those new to mountain biking.

Scandale and Red Screes, AmblesideSecretly tucked away behind Ambleside is the high valley of Scandale.

Fairfield Horseshoe, AmblesideThe Fairfield Horseshoe is probably the most famous of the classic Lake District rounds - this classic walk takes in all the peaks that surround Rydal.

Wansfell Pike, AmblesideThe triangle of fells sandwiched between Ambleside and Troutbeck terminates at the diminutive summit of Wansfell Pike.

Tour of Langdale, AmblesideLangdale is the closest valley to Ambleside which leads you right into the heart of the Lake District's core mountain range.

Lily Tarn and Todd Crag, AmblesideYou don't have to climb to the top of the highest peaks to experience the magical mixture of mountain and water that makes the Lake District so special.

Loughrigg Fell, AmblesideLoughrigg Fell might not be the biggest peak in the Lake District but standing by the summit trig point you would hardy guess this.

Walking routes in the Lake District, CumbriaAmbleside to Grasmere - 'The Coffin Route', AmblesideAs the A591 winds its way north from Ambleside to Keswick it passes close to the shores of Rydal Water and Grasmere offering glimpses of these two beautiful lakes.

High Sweden Bridge, AmblesideCutting deeply into the hills on the northern side of Ambleside, the wild and lonely valley of Scandale is a real surprise.

Ambleside - Elterwater, AmblesideThe fells just west of Ambleside are gentler than the higher fells and offer a good introduction to those new to the Lake District.

Day 1: Ambleside to Elterwater, AmblesideThe great peaks of Wetherlam, Crinkle Crags, Bowfell and the Langdale Pikes rise up like a fortress wall and fill the skyline with dark craggy crests.

Day 2: Ambleside to Elterwater, AmblesideIt's time to leave the Queens Hotel but day two is really quiet and restful taking in the old lanes and bridleways which weave in and out of all the interesting corners of Rydal, Grasmere, Loughrigg, Skelwith Bridge and Elterwater.

Tour of the Langdales, AmblesideGreat Langdale, and its sister valley Little Langdale,sit side by side amongst the high dramatic peaks of the central fells.

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Tarn Hows and Tilberthwaite, AmblesideBetween Ambleside and Coniston is an intricate network of low fells and twisting dales.

Tour of Coniston and Hawkshead, AmblesideMaking frequent stops and taking in all the attractions of an area is all part of the fun of being on a bike.

Car ParkKing Street Car Park, Ambleside, AmblesideParking spaces: General: 29, Disabled spaces: 3, Motorcycle spaces: Can use any of the spaces with consideration. No height restrictions.

Car ParkLake Road Car Park, Ambleside, AmblesideOpen 7 days a week including bank holidays from 8am to 8pm. Parking spaces: General: 48, Disabled spaces: 3, Motorcycle spaces: Can use any of the spaces with consideration. No height restrictions.

Car ParkLow Fold Car Park, Ambleside

Car ParkRydal Road Car Park, Ambleside

Public ToiletRydal Road Car Park Public Toilets, AmblesidePublic toilets located adjacent to the car park.

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