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The Orrest Head Walk

Our properties are located at the foot of one of the Lake District’s most famous short walks, Orrest Head.

It was a walk that changed Alfred Wainwright’s life (The famous Lakeland author).

The link is to a film we made that details the walk.

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Windermere Bus timetables

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The Windermere bus terminus is next door to the railway station, which is just below The Terrace and a short walk from Orrest Head House. Windermere & Bowness Buses – Explore the area during your visit

Windermere station times

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Live departures and arrivals from Windermere and timetables for the routes on which Windermere station is located.

Blacksmith Coffee on the Orrest Head walk.

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  • Blacksmith Coffee on the Orrest Head walk.
On the way up Orrest Head (from the Windermere Hotel side) you’ll find great coffee served from a converted horsebox located to the rear of Steve Hicks Blacksmith. It’s a great stop under local ownership. Your upport would be greatly appreciated.  
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