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Rydal Hall and Gardens – Bridge House, Ambleside loop from Rydal

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North West England

Rydal Hall and Gardens – Bridge House, Ambleside loop from Rydal

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(7)

95

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Rydal Hall and Gardens – Bridge House, Ambleside loop from Rydal

01:33

5.81km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

128 m

St Mary's Church, Rydal

Highlight • Historical Site

The Chapel of St. Mary, Rydal, was built by Lady le Fleming of Rydal Hall, at a cost of £1,500. She herself laid the foundation stone in July, 1823. The …

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2

436 m

Rydal Hall and Gardens

Highlight • Historical Site

Beautiful house and grounds. A stunning waterfall seen from a bridge here

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3

521 m

The Grotto and Waterfall at Rydal Hall

Highlight • Structure

This is a great little waterfall that's off the beaten track. Highly recommended on a rainy day when the force of the water is magnificent to behold.

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4

748 m

View from above Rydal Hall

Highlight • Viewpoint

The estate has gardens, a tea room and a popular campsite.

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5

2.89 km

Ambleside Market Square

Highlight • Settlement

6

2.99 km

Stock High Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Nice bridge over the Stock Gylls

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7

3.19 km

Bridge House, Ambleside

Highlight • Bridge

Ambleside is the quintessential Lake District town. Buzzing with the comings and goings of excited families, hikers and sightseers, there's a real atmosphere to the place.

In the town are …

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8

5.61 km

Rydal Hall

Highlight • Historical Site

B

5.81 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.89 km

1.52 km

194 m

116 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.20 km

1.24 km

858 m

442 m

< 100 m

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Monday 19 October

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7°C

94 %

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