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Curated by the Another Place collective, here you’ll find a digital companion of inspirational stories, happenings and everything exciting at each of our hotels. We’re a group of foodies, musicians, skiers, surfers, bookworms, outdoor enthusiasts, creators and friends. We’re the people you chat to on Facebook; the ones taking photos and putting together recipes and playlists for when you need inspiration from a new place.
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Helvellyn in winter
Julia Bradbury, and the team from Britain’s Favourite Walks named Helvellyn as the best walk in the country in 2018. Fell Top Assessor, Zac Poulton, talks to us about getting up Helvellyn in winter.
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Guest blog: Alex Lester
As a newcomer to wild swimming, Alex details how he prepared himself for the seven mile charity swim and why he’s now recommending a dip in Ullswater to anyone that’ll listen.
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Guest blog: Adventurer Anna Blackwell
After five months of kayaking, adventuruer Anna Blackwell finds out that she’s not ready to put down the paddle at Another Place.
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Guest blog: Fiona Quinn
Length of Britain triathlete Fiona Quinn stops off at Another Place to take a breath and explore the Ullswater Way.
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Guest blog: Wild swimmer John Mather
To celebrate his 60th birthday, John Mather attempted to swim the length of all 17 lakes contained within the Lake District
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Interior style – Family suites
The contemporary wing of the hotel was brand new to the hotel upon opening in 2017. Household design have helped us to create the stylish family suites that you see today.
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‘Outstanding New Hotel’ award
“The panel look for a game-changer with unique style”. Another Place, The Lake was shortlisted in the annual Independent Hotel Show Awards. The final say, on 16 October 2018, was a vote.
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Red squirrel awareness week
Ullswater is a native home to red squirrels and we’re doing all we can to encourage them. Red squirrel awareness week is all about spreading the message of the UK’s most loved species.
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Wildlife near Ullswater, a field guide
Whether you’re rooting for the red squirrel or looking to spot an otter The Lake District, especially near Ullswater, is a great place to start. Use our picture guide for spotting animals around Ullswater.
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Guest blog: A last minute getaway to the lake District
Living only an hour away, Katy Who, was looking for an easy, relaxing last minute break away. Find out what her mum and Katy got up to at Another Place.
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Cycling routes and climbs in the Lake District
All cyclists can find a route in the Lake District. There’s family-friendly trails and ten challenging routes up and around the fells. Here’s our guide to climbs and peaks near Another Place.
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Guest blog: A family break in the Lake District
Returning for her second visit in less than a year, Hannah Straughan and her young family make the most of Ullswater and the hotel during her three day family break.