Ullswater, United Kingdom

We spent our last night at Watermillock, on the shores of Ullswater, not counting sheep but being soothed by the gentle bleating of the new spring lambs in the field outside our window. Ahhh. After another deliciously refreshing night's sleep, we ...

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... hotels in the Lake District at Glenridding means you are perfectly situated for the Steamer pier.   Unlike Lake Windermere, Ullswater is a very quiet lake perfect for wind surfing, small sail boats and fishing. Access from the M6 motorway is ...

I've been to the Lakes before, but this time specifically to climb Helvelyn with a friend who said that if I'd never climbed a mountain I really should start...I'm not always one for the outdoors, (more inclined to hire a car and see the world from there ...

Day trip to Aira Force and Ullswater