Grasmere
Grasmere is located about 5km (3 miles) north west of Ambleside, near the head of lake Windermere and on the side of Grasmere lake.
The town is in a shallow hollow, surrounded by hills. Perhaps its most famous resident was William Wordsworth who lived at Dove Cottage on the outskirts of the village. He is buried in the churchyard along with many members of his family.
There are a number of yew trees nearby which he himself planted - a wonderfully romantic thought that one should be buried under such a long-lived tree which one planted.
Worthy of his poetic language.
Accommodation
Riversdale Guest House,
White Bridge, Grasmere
Tel: 015394 35619 visit the Riversdale
web site for more information
Riversdale is quietly situated on the edge of Grasmere, overlooking the River Rothay with views beyond the surrounding fells.
Two double bedrooms with en-suite facilities and one twin bedroom with private bathroom, each furnished to a high standard. A lounge with TV is available for our guests. A choice of breakfasts is served, with an evening meal available upon request. The house is centrally heated and private parking is available. Non smoking.
Guest houses
Titteringdales Guest House
Pye Lane, Grasmere, Cumbria LA22 9RQ
Tel: 015394 35439
e-mail: Titteringdales@btinternet.com
other Bed & Breakfast
Raise View Guest House
White Bridge, Grasmere, Cumbria LA22 9RQ
Tel:+44 (0) 15394 35215
fax: +44 (0) 15394 35215
email: john@raisevw.demon.co.uk
Hotels
Rothay Garden Hotel & Restaurant
Broadgate, Grasmere, Lake district, Cumbria
Tel: 015394 35334
email: rothay@grasmere.com