YHA Ambleside
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Walking and Rambling in Ambleside
Overview
If you're planning on staying at YHA Ambleside, why not download a free map and get out exploring?
All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the area at your own pace.
Galava Fort and Ambleside
An excellent walk highlighting much of what Ambleside town has to offer
Easy route (PDF, 0.8MB)
2.7 miles, takes 1h - 1h 45m
Loughrigg Fell
A lovely walk including a low level peak providing stunning views across the Lake District
Moderate route (PDF, 0.9MB)
8.5 miles, takes 4h 30m - 7h
Fairfield Horseshoe
A long and strenuous, but fairly straightforward walk around scenic Lake District peaks
Severe route (PDF, 1.6MB)
13.5 miles, takes 7h 45m - 12h
All our walking routes are tried and tested to help you explore this beautiful part of England. To assist with route selection and planning, you’ll also find a description of the hazards and facilities, accessibility information and points of interest on the maps
What makes it special
- Explore the local area at your own pace
- Tried and tested walking routes with detailed instructions
- Points of interest highlighted along the way
Useful guides
Want to understand more about our maps or develop your walking skills? Here are some useful guides we have created to help you to prepare for your chosen walk
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
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Grasmere village self-guided walking route
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Rydal self-guided walking route
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Dove Cottage
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