Situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park is the l village of Grasmere, probably best known as the home of William Wordsworth. Any visit to Grasmere needs to include The Grasmere Gingerbread shop. Also in the village are a number of shops, pubs, a church which dates back to the 13th century and Grasmere Lake. Grasmere Sports takes place every August, where you can watch participants compete in a variety of sports, including Cumberland Wrestling. Just five miles away is the town of Ambleside and Lake Winderemere where you will find shops, pubs, restaurants and the 17th century Bridge House, which is one of the most photographed buildings in the Lake District. Cruises, boat trips and watersports can all be enjoyed on Lake Windermere and the towns of Windermere and Keswick are also within driving distance. Grasmere is a wonderful base for your Lake District retreat.
