What do around Ambleside and useful links
The Lake District, with Ambleside at its centre, cannot be seen in a day. There are so many facets to it and so many exciting and interesting things to do in this most beautiful part of England that it is well worth a longer stay.
	Ambleside is a great centre for walking, both easy and strenuous, which is the way to see the landscape at its best. Tourist Information Centres carry walks leaflets to get you easily on your way. And WALKING IS FREE!!
In addition there are many more organised outdoor activities and tours:
MOUNTAIN BIKING - the North Face Trail at Grizedale Forest
	Canoe and Kayak hire, also amphibious vehicle rides LAKE-LANDER
	CLIMBING - Kendal Climbing Wall, for beginners up - www.kendalwall.co.uk
	BALLOON FLIGHTS - UNFORGETTABLE VIEWS OF THIS SPECTACULAR LANDSCAPE - www.high-adventure.co.uk
	GO APE! in Grizedale Forest. Exciting aerial trekking high above the forest floor - www.goape.cc
	WATERSPORTS ON LAKE WINDERMERE - sailing, kayaking - www.elh.co.uk
	HORSE RIDING - Trekking and trails for beginners up, from 1 hour to 4 days! Lakeland Equestrian
	FISHING FOR TROUT at Hawkshead Trout Farm
	MINIBUS TOURS through Lakelands wilder scenery
	WINDERMERE LAKE CRUISES - see England's largest lake from on board a launch or big cruise boat, with stopovers