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Claiffe Heights towards Far Sawrey
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Sunday morning saw us venturing from Calgarth Lodge on White Cross Bay through Windermere taking the ferry over the Lake towards Hawkshead. If you take the first right turn off the ferry (it’s signposted for the National Trust Car Park) – you can walk through Claiffe Estate (Claiffe Heights) – towars Far Sawrey, Near Sawrey, Hawkshead – it’s also a fantastic spot to splash around in the Lake itself as there’s some nice stretches of ‘beach’ and is a really nice spot for a picnic! (National Trust car parks are free to members but you have to pay otherwise)
The walks themselves start a bit steep but once up top there are fantastic views of Lake Windermere. Windermere and Bowness-on Windermere – we would have walked directly from the lodge if we’d realised it was so easy (50p for foot passenger – £3.50 per car … each way) and will definitely get back over there to do some more exploring next chance we get.
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Calgarth Lodge visitors will notice the changes at White Cross Bay this year – the reception area & bar have been refurbished giving them both a more stylish & wecloming feel – the addition of the beer garden will be welcomed for those of us who enjoy a pint out in the sun (when it’s around) – & those with kids will be able to keep a close eye on them whilst enjoying an al fresco bar snack! Along with the new multi function pitch which provides a basketball court/football pitch/tennis court (though not all at the same time!) there’s something for everyone!
White Cross Bay is sited on the banks of Lake Windermere & there’s also the marina on the park to visit to watch the sailing boats & kayakers – and the dog walking area is convenient for that early morning or late afternoon short walk – you can even have a picnic on the way. Although with all there is to visit in the Lake District, particularly nearby Windermere & Ambleside, it’s difficult to know what to do first!! You might need to come to Calgarth Lodge for a week or 2 - or have a few midweek breaks or weekend breaks to cram it all in!
Limefitt Park nr Windermere in the Heart of the Lake District is all change for 2010 – not only is the park no longer accepting touring caravans or campers this year for the first time, they have also refurbished the site pub, the Haybarn Inn, and have really brought it into the 21st century. I hardly recognised the place when I walked in & am suitably impressed at the changes made – a log fire has been placed in a cosy corner, proper bar tables and stools have been placed by the bar and along with the sofas and beautifully upholstered dining chairs it has made a real change to whole ambience. Coupled with a nice & friendly management team this is a great improvement to the facilities at Limefitt Park – try it for yourself and let me know what you think – others have assured me the food is good & they serve a nice pint! What more can you ask for at the end of a day exploring the Lake District! It’s only a 4 minute walk from Tree Top Lodge our lake district lodge & although the log cabin is self catering accomodation, it’s always nice to have a night off (or 2) from the cooking! And dogs are welcome so all you dog lovers don’t have to miss out! There is also a beer garden with wonderful views over Wansfell & Troutbeck. Whether you’re having a full week, a midweek break or a long weekend break at Tree Top Lodge don’t miss out on a visit to the Haybarn!
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Enjoy a meal only a 5 min walk from Tree Top Lodge
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Have a cosy meal with friends in the newly refurbished Haybarn Inn
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Share a drink with family & friends in the bar at the Haybarn Inn
We then had to pull ourselves for the last couple of miles home to Calgarth Lodge – nice hot shower and we were right as rain again – til the next morning and we realised we should really have done a few more stretches before and after!! We covered 15 miles in our ’round robin’ & got some good training in for our Great Glen Way Monster Bike & Hike challenge in May!
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