An excellent walk highlighting much of what Ambleside town has to offer.
Distance: 2.7 miles (4.3 km)
Ascent: 37 metres
Route grade: 18 (equivalent to Easy)
Time to allow: From 1h to 1h 45m
Starting point: YHA Ambleside 
Grid reference: NY 376 030
What3Words: jots.feasts.cliff
End point: Circular, to YHA Ambleside
Region: North West of England
Type of walk: Lakeside, Riverside, Town
National Parks & National Landscapes: Lake District National Park
Wheelchair accessible: No 
Pushchair accessible: No 
Stile free: Yes 
Seats on route: Yes 
Toilets: Yes 
Touch free: No 
Food and Drink: Cafe/s, Pub/s, Shop/s, Town This route is included in: YHA Festival of Walking
YHA and walking have been perfect partners since 1930. YHA celebrates with a walking festival in autumn so everyone gets the chance to discover the joy of walking. This walk was produced as one of the 180 self guided walks which start and finish at hostels.
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OS Map: OS Explorer 1:25k (OL07) English Lakes - South-eastern area
