Enjoy a break from concrete and cities at Tarn Hows. This is an ideal place to fill your lungs with fresh air, slow down and simply delight in the scenery.

To explore this body of water, head to Ambleside. You'll find lots of other worthwhile attractions in this area, such as Lake Windermere, Coniston Water, and Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water.

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Hotel Indigo Manchester - Victoria Station by IHG

Manchester City Centre

per person

Oct 23 - Oct 28

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Ontario (ONT) to Manchester (MAN)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,121 reviews)

The property was in a prime location and the staff were excellent and helpful.

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Treehouse Hotel Manchester

Manchester City Centre

per person

Oct 23 - Oct 28

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Ontario (ONT) to Manchester (MAN)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (138 reviews)

Nice staff. Nice appearance. Nice location.

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Ville Hotel

Manchester City Centre

per person

Sep 1 - Sep 7

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Tampa (TPA) to Manchester (MAN)

7.2/10 Good! (45 reviews)

The staff are well mannered

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Browse tours and tickets to explore Tarn Hows

Tours & day trips

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Manchester: Lake District Tour with Lake Cruise & Train Ride

Free cancellation available

Private & custom tours

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Ten Lakes Tour - Full Day - Up to 4 People

Free cancellation available

Cruises & boat tours

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Private Sailing Experience on Lake Windermere

Free cancellation available

Water activities

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Windermere Red Cruise: Sail Between Bowness and Ambleside

Free cancellation available

Adventure & outdoor

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Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool

Free cancellation available

Popular places to visit

Church of St Mary

Enjoy the serene ambiance in this charming lakeside church, peruse the intricate stained-glass windows and learn about medieval traditions.

Not a very old castle, only built in 1840 and now owned by the national trust. The castle overlooks Windermere.

Wray Castle

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Wray Castle in Ambleside. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Ambleside showing a lake or waterhole and boating

Ambleside Pier

Enjoy views of England’s largest lake, cruise the waters on a steamer and by rowboat and ride a horse-drawn carriage into a historic village.

Lake District Visitor Centre at Brockhole showing heritage elements, a house and a garden

Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre

Traverse the largest lake in England and relish the relaxed atmosphere at this base equipped with rental equipment and activities for the family.

Old Man of Coniston

Explore the great outdoors at Old Man of Coniston, a lovely green space in Coniston. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Rydal Water

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rydal Water during your travels in Ambleside. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this quaint area.