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Ullswater in Cumbria, the Lake District - England’s “Most Beautiful Lake”
Welcome to Ullswater, England’s most beautiful lake. Located in the Lake District National park in Cumbria Ullswater provides the ideal destination for holiday makers. It is England’s second largest lake and sits amidst the splendour of some of the finest fells in Lakeland. It is also the setting for William Wordsworth’s famous “Daffodils” poem.
The clean clear Lake itself provides a huge range of activities and watersports, including sailing, the Ullswater Steamers, kayaking, fishing, boat trips and more, and the surrounding area has some of the best walking country in the Lakes, with nearby fells including Helvellyn. The countryside provides a vast variety of walks from short amble to challenging hill walking. There are also facilities for other healthy outdoor activities such as horse-riding, cycling, mountain-biking, rock-climbing and many more.
The many towns and villages around the Lake include Glenridding, Patterdale, Pooley Bridge and smaller hamlets like Watermillock and Howtown. Each has a charm and character all its own and also boast a great range of places to eat, shops and facilities. Ullswater is in the beautiful Eden Valley of Cumbria.
In addition there is also a great range of holiday accommodation around Ullswater, including lakeside hotels, wonderful B&Bs, self catering holiday cottages, and a great range of campsites and caravan parks. Ullswater also provides the perfect backdrop for a Lake District Wedding.
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Featured Ullswater Holiday Accommodation and Attractions
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We are proud supporters of the Patterdale Mountain Rescue team who provide a dedicated and professional service in keeping the fells around Ullswater safe. They are all volunteers and are funded entirely through public donations, so please feel free to donate generously!
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Please be safe when enjoying Ullswater and the surrounding fells. The tragic death of a canoe instructor near Ullswater in 2011 shows how unpredictable the conditions can be. Always make sure you’re properly equipped and if in doubt consult an expert.
Please see the Ullswater Weather Forecast below or click here for more Lake District Weather.
The How Cottage in Patterdale. Sleeps 3. More..
Waternook Lakeside Bed and Breakfast Howtown. More..
Gillside Campsite and Caravan Park in Glenridding. More..
Ullswater Yacht and Sailing Club near Pooley Bridge. More..
The Royal Hotel in Dockray by Ullswater and Helvellyn. More..
Please play the clip above to see a great Youtube video about Ullswater..
Ullswater Villages Links
Ullswater Holiday Spotlight
Please use the following links to find out more about some of the villages around Ullswater, and their range of holiday accommodation and attractions:
So if you’re looking to visit one of the most beautiful areas of the Lake District, if not the country, then Ullswater is the place for you. Take a look at our range of holiday accommodation, things to do, and places to visit. And if you’re looking for some inspiration why not visit our photo gallery. We also have information on the Coast to Coast walk route.
Sunshine is not guaranteed but even when the mountains are shrouded in a mysteriously moving mist, revealing and concealing the streaking white waterfalls, or a brisk wind gusts down from Patterdale, whipping the water into white horses that race the length of the lake to Pooley Bridge, Ullswater is still breathtakingly beautiful.
In a lifetime of living in or visiting the Lake District, you could never tire of Ullswater, never fail to be inspired or soothed by it. Why not try regular Ullswater Holidays to make the most of it!
This website was been promoting Ullswater and the surrounding area for over 10 years. We are passionate about this beautiful part of the Lake District and keen to encourage as many people as possible to come and visit and discover the majesty, peace and tranquility for themselves. Please see our contact page for more details on the history of the site.
Please also see our advertise page if you’d like to feature on the site.
We look forward to welcoming you to Ullswater soon!
Helvellyn Cottages are available for short breaks throughout the winter season from just £250 for 3 nights. Each cottage sleeps 4 and pets are welcome. Please click here to find more information on the Helvellyn Cottages in Glenridding.
