Browsing local attractions within 8 miles of Ferndale Lodge

Brockhole - Lake District Visitor Centre, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LJ, Tel: 01539 447186, Email, www.treetoptrek.co.uk, (2 miles, 3kms)

35 exciting treetop challenges designed to enable you to swing, climb, balance and fly your way through the ancient woodland canopy whilst discovering views previously reserved for the squirrels and bats!

The Boathouse, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0QF, Tel: 015394 36541, Email, www.hawksheadtrout.com, (5 miles, 8kms)

Esthwaite Water is the largest stocked lake in the North West of England, offering renowned top of the water action in true loch style, set amidst breathtaking scenery. Tuition available. Tackle shop onsite.

Casterton, Kirkby Lonsdale, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA6 2LF, (7 miles, 11kms)

Circle has a diameter of 60' and stands on a flattened mound or platform. There are 20 uprights, none more than 2' high and suggesting perhaps the kerb of a destroyed cairn.

Compston Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DJ, Tel: 01729 860353, Email, www.whiteplatts.co.uk, (0.1 miles, 0.2kms)

Birkrigg, Urswick, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 0PG, (7 miles, 11kms)

Double Circle of stones surrounding cremations in urns (removed). 'Platform' cairn, small barrows, Romano-British farmsteads.

Broadgate, Grasmere, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9TA, www.lakeartists.org.uk, (0.2 miles, 0.4kms)

Village Hall.

Windermere, Cumbria, Tel: 01539 822222, (4 miles, 6kms)

Boat Route: Ferry Nab, Bowness, Ferry House, Far Sawrey

Ruskin Avenue, Coniston, LA21 8EH, Tel: 015394 41533, Email, www.conistontic.org, (6 miles, 10kms)

Victoria Street, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AD, Tel: 015394 46499, Email, (4 miles, 7kms)

A wide range of maps and guide books, local and national accommodation bookings. Gift shop, postcards and stamps, public internet access. French, Spanish, Polish, Italian spoken.

Main Car Park, Glenridding, CA11 0PA, Tel: 017684 82414, Email, (8 miles, 13kms)

Central Buildings, Market Cross, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9BS, Tel: 0844 225 0544, Email, www.thehubofambleside.co.uk, (0.2 miles, 0.3kms)

Situated at the heart of Ambleside, we are much more than just a tourist information centre. In 2007 Ambleside tourist information centre merged with the Post Office to provide visitors and locals with two vital services.

Coniston Boatlandings, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AN, Tel: 017687 75753, Email, www.conistonlaunch.co.uk, (6 miles, 10kms)

Enjoy cruising aboard 1920's launches with solar-electric power. A unique and environmentally friendly way to enjoy beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by our crew complements your experience of this wonderful area.

Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JT, Tel: 015394 46139, Email, www.blackwell.org.uk, (6 miles, 10kms)

Blackwell is one of Britain's finest and most important houses from the turn of the last century, situated in a stunning setting overlooking lake Windermere.

Glebe Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3HJ, Email, www.lakedistrict.gov.uk, (5 miles, 8kms)

Situated on the shores of Windermere, Englands longest lake. Opposite the main steamer pier. Good range of local gifts, fully accessible. Wheelchairs available to hire.

Lake Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3DE, Tel: 015394 44176, Email, www.stmartin.org.uk, (4 miles, 6kms)

An ancient and historic church building with many architectural, decorative features and stained glass windows.

Abbot Hall, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5AL, Tel: 01539 722464, Email, www.lakelandmuseum.org.uk, (4 miles, 7kms)

This award-winning museum takes you and your family back through time to tell the story of the Lake District and its inhabitants.

Ings, Nr Windermere, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9PY, Tel: 01539 821309, Email, www.watermillinn.co.uk, (6 miles, 9kms)

The Watermill Inn is a traditional family-run free house within the Lake District National Park.

Speciality: Coniston Bluebird beef & ale pie, venison casserole, local lamb

Hawkshead Hill, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0PW, Tel: 015394 36451, Email, www.hawksheadhillbaptistchurch.org.uk/, (4 miles, 7kms)

The chapel is an historic Grade II listed building, recently renovated to create a light airy and friendly environment. Parking is available to the side of the adjoining cottage.