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Ullswater -
Ullswater is the second largest lake in the lake district, and seen by many as the most beautiful. Ullswater has a great range of holiday accommodation as well as a great selection of attractions and things to do. Check out the key information on the right and then explore the Ullswater holiday accommodation listed below.
Ullswater -
Grid Ref: NY 425 203
Map: Explorer map OL5
Stats: 9 miles long and ¾ mile wide
Villages: Pooley Bridge, Howtown, Watermillock, Glenridding, Patterdale
Fells: Place Fell, High Street, St Sunday Crag, Dollywaggon Pike, Helvellyn, Stybarrow Dodd, Catstycam, Fairfield
Lakes: Brotherswater
View on Map: Ullswater on a map
More info: Ullswater Tourist Info
Things to do: Ullswater Attractions
Nearest Bus Stop: Pooley Bridge, Glenridding
Nearest Train: Penrith, Windermere
Ullswater
Helvellyn Cottages, Glenridding
Helvellyn Cottages are 2 pet friendly cottages in Glenridding, near Ullswater. Old miners cottages refurbished to a high standard offering self catering for 4 people in each adjoining holiday cottage. Ideally located at the foot of Helvellyn. More on Helvellyn Cottages ...
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Things do around Ullswater
There are also a number of attractions around Ullswater, including Aira Force, a National Trust run waterfall, Dalemain House, a country house and gardens, and Rookin house Farm -
It is a popular venue for sailing, and there are many boat hire businesses, including the Glenridding Sailing Centre. For those looking to explore the lake in a more relaxed manner, then the famous Ullswater Steamers sail from Glenridding to Howtown and Pooley Bridge. It is also a great place for fishing. Click here for more info on fishing in Ullswater. Ullswater is also home to the studio of renowned sculptor Michelle Castles.
As well as sailing, boating and cruising on the lake itself, Ullswater is surrounded by some of the best hill-
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Please click the links above to find the best Hotel, B&B, cottage and camping holiday accommodation in the Ullswater area, or explore the nearby towns and villages, such as Glenridding, Patterdale, Pooley Bridge, and Watermillock.