Visiting Hawkshead | From our Ambleside Bed and Breakfast
Hawkshead is situated a short drive from our Ambleside B&B at the northern tip of Esthwaite Water, to the west of Lake Windermere and east of Coniston Water. This location has made it a real honeypot for visiting tourists who wish to explore water based activities, climb the fells or simply mooch around the galleries, shops and local pubs.
Hawkshead is probably the most charming of Cumbria villages and it’s a little like stepping back in time, but in a good way. Its old, old buildings and quaint churches assure you of seeing something interesting around every corner.
This village is a definite day trip contender from our Ambleside B&B and remember that gentler strolls tend to be found along the lakeside if you prefer low level walking. There are also various places to hire bikes or why not hire a mountain bike in Ambleside and cycle over there?
