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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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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.
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September Tour of Britain – stages 5 & 6
The OVO Energy Tour of Britain heads to Cumbria and the Lake District for stages 5 and 6 on Thursday 6 and Friday 7 September. Both will focus around Whinlatter which is a 30 minute drive from Another Place.
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Interior style – The Library
We worked with Household design to help create our interior style with stylish and contemporary spaces. Here’s where we purchase some of the furniture and decor within the hotel, starting with the library.
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Places to eat in the Ullswater Valley
Here’s our top twelve places to eat in the Ullswater Valley, including The Living Space and Rampsbeck Restaurant. Ranging from romantic dining. afternoon-tea, child-friendly and dog-friendly restaurants.
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The Lake District, World Heritage Site
Alex McCoskrie, programme manager for The National Trust’s World Heritage Site, gives us an introduction to the Lake District’s recent inscription as a World Heritage Site.
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Theatre by the Lake Summer season
Theatre by the Lake has one of the most breath taking settings of any theatre in the UK; on the shores of Derwentwater, a visit to a show is always accompanied by some unforgettable views. Take a look at this years summer performance – Jeeves and Wooster.
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The garden at Another Place
Over the last few years Another Place and Rampsbeck before it has gone through many changes. The constant has been our gardener, John. He has worked tirelessly to keep the garden looking beautiful throughout the seasons and changing style of the hotel.
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Hiking around Ullswater
Seasoned explorer Athena Mellor is the mind behind Ramble Guides, a website for the modern explorer who wants to make the most out of the UK’s beautiful hikes. Athena visited Another Place to put together a hiking guide for one of the many walks on our doorstep at the hotel.
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A photographers guide to Ullswater
Another Place, the Lake is ideally situated to make the most of the fantastic scenery and countless opportunities the Lake District has to offer. We asked local photographer, Rod Ireland to highlight some great photography locations that are close bye, to help you get out and capture some great images.