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Ambleside Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LP, (2 miles, 2kms), Tel: 015394 33773, Email, www.englishlakes.co.uk

The Low Wood, with lawns leading down to Lake Windermere, boasts one of the most enviable settings for a hotel anywhere.

Lake Road, Waterhead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0ER, (0.7 miles, 1kms), Tel: 015394 33773, Email, www.englishlakes.co.uk

Stylish and sophisticated the Waterhead combines professional support and service with contemporary design.

Rothay Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0EH, (0.4 miles, 0.7kms), Tel: 015394 33605, Email, www.rothaymanor.co.uk

A light, airy restaurnat with views over the garden, well-spaced tables, laid in classical style with fine china, silver and crystal. Private function room for parties and groups.

Speciality: Windermere Char when available.

Millans Park, Compston Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9AD, (0.1 miles, 0.2kms), Tel: 015394 33845, Email, www.zeffirellis.com/cinema/

We offer the complete evening out, you can wine and dine, see a film and then watch some live jazz in the jazz bar.