Ambleside
Ambleside is another gem of the Lake District, situated on the northern tip of Windermere Lake. The Red Cruise takes you in 30 minutes from Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside.
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Barrow-in-Furness
Barrow-in-Furness is a Victorian town surrounded by beaches with numerous attractions which include the Dock Museum, Piel Castle and large indoor market. There's also an active nightlife.
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Carlisle
Carlisle is the most northern city of England and it has a stunning medieval fortress. You can explore its dungeons, stairways and ancient chambers. Cosmopolitan Carlisle also contains Cumbria's only cathedral.
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Cockermouth
This quiet Georgian town is home to Wordsworth House, Jennings Castle Brewery and the Lakeland Sheep And Wool Centre.
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Grasmere
Grasmere owes its fame to William Wordsworth. He lived in this romantic village in several houses and described the area as "the loveliest spot that man hath ever found".
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Kendal
Kendal lies in the southern Lake District on the River Kent. It is known as the "Auld Grey Town" due to the grey limestone and slate used in the buildings.
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Keswick
Keswick lies at the head of Derwent Water and is a very cute market town. It has plenty of nice places to please your stomach and there are lots of walking facilities.
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Kirkby Lonsdale
Kirkby Lonsdale is a pleasant market town on the River Lune with highlights which include Devil's Bridge and Ruskin's View.
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Penrith
Welcome to the former capital of Cumbria and its vibrant shopping centre. Penrith is also known as the old red town due to its red sandstone buildings.
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Whitehaven
Whitehaven was once the third-largest port in England and is now a nice small town with a marina for pleasure crafts.
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Windermere
Windermere is definitely a superb location. Its city centre is only 1.5 miles away from the longest lake in the Lake District. The area has great boat cruises, lovely shops, adventurous walks and winding scenic drives.
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