Kirkstone Shepherd's hut
Ambleside, North West England
🔌 Nearest public charging: · 0.9 mi (Open Charge Map)
The Kirkstone Shepherd's Hut near Ambleside in Cumbria is a compact hideaway for two, with EV charging nearby for electric car drivers. It's a lovely choice for couples wanting a snug base in the heart of the Lake District.
The Armitt Museum & Library is close by, while Dove Cottage and the From Auschwitz to Ambleside exhibition are both within easy reach for a thoughtful day out. Grove Barn and Force Cafe are handy for tea and cake, and Windermere station connects you onward. Windermere's Millerground Landing beach, with excellent water quality, is also nearby for a lakeside stroll.
The Armitt Museum & Library is close by, while Dove Cottage and the From Auschwitz to Ambleside exhibition are both within easy reach for a thoughtful day out. Grove Barn and Force Cafe are handy for tea and cake, and Windermere station connects you onward. Windermere's Millerground Landing beach, with excellent water quality, is also nearby for a lakeside stroll.
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Skiddle
Thu 19 Nov · 11:00
Kendal Mountain Festival
Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal · 11.2 mi
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Sat 21 Nov · 19:00
Electric Boutique
Indie Craft Beer, Kendal · 11.1 mi
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Sat 12 Dec · 13:00
Over 60's Christmas Dinner
CA10 3SP, Penrith · 14.2 mi
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Sat 19 Dec · 18:00
Land Of The Lost
Indie Craft Beer, Kendal · 11.1 mi
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Things to do
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🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 0.7 mi
The Armitt Museum & Library
The Armitt Museum & Library is a museum, gallery, and library full of interesting and unusual object...
🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 3 mi
Dove Cottage
Dove Cottage was the Lake District home of William Wordsworth, a humble cottage with whitewashed wal...
🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 4.6 mi
From Auschwitz to Ambleside
This small exhibition tells the story of 300 child Holocaust survivors who arrived in Windermere in...
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Windermere Jetty
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Hawkshead Grammar School
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The Ruskin Museum
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Places to visit
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National Trust · 0.8 mi
Bridge House
National Trust · 2.2 mi
Townend
Castle & Heritage · 2.7 mi
Wray Castle
Stately Home & Palace · 3.7 mi
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