Skelwith
Travel Guide
Visit Skelwith

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
"Top quality hotel in a brilliant location, absolutely loved it here. We didn’t find a better bar to have a drink in or a better restaurant to eat in, all perfect… with a wonderful view over the lake too! The leisure facilities really helped too, the pool was a proper pool you could actually swim ..."
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Lakes Hotel and Spa
"Great breakfast and close to Lake Windermere"
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026

Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
"Gardens completely inaccessible due to building works. Great disappointment due to lovely online pics influencing our choice. Although we were told of works after booking, the inaccessible gardens were not mentioned. Staff said we could have cancelled after booking, but that was not really practicable ..."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

Beautifully Converted Property On The Prestigious Pullwood Bay Estate, Ambleside
"Fantastic house, with great location in the forest and close to the lack. The house if well set out to allow for privacy even if you have a full house. An area for the kids to play TV games on one TV, whilst the parents can watch something else in the other room....and if anyone wants to sit outside ..."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026

Kotel Windermere

Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments
"Amazing place we only stayed one night but everything was top notch. From checking into checking out."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Popular places to visit

Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
You can learn about the history of Grasmere with a trip to Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Ambleside Pier
Explore the waterfront in Waterhead with a trip to Ambleside Pier. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Rydal Mount
Wander through the picturesque grounds of Wordsworth’s family home and imagine how the views of lakes inspired him to write.

Dove Cottage
Visit the 17th-century house where William Wordsworth lived for almost a decade and wrote some of his most celebrated works.

Rydal Water
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rydal Water during your travels in Lakes.

Church of St Mary
Enjoy the serene ambiance in this charming lakeside church, peruse the intricate stained-glass windows and learn about medieval traditions.
Things to do

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

Windermere Red Cruise: Sail Between Bowness and Ambleside

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

Lake District Road Trip Guidebook-Windermere, Langdale & Wasdale

Cumbrian Coast - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan





