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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.

  • Shorter walks around Ullswater

    Shorter walks around Ullswater

    Our favourite five short walks, within striking distance from our front door. Visit Gowbarrow Fell. Black Moss Pit, Hallin Fell, Swindale and Cathedral Cavern.

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  • Food on the move

    Food on the move

    Ask any Lake District explorer, walker, wanderer. If there’s one thing to rival the anticipation of touching a summit cairn, it’s an eagerly awaited snack.

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  • A is for ALPACA

    A is for ALPACA

    Once in the Lakes you’d find yourself quickly spotting sheep, cows and maybe, if you are lucky, an osprey. What you might not expect, is a herd of alpacas.

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  • Falling for walls

    Falling for walls

    Interior designer Matt Hulme of Dynargh Design shares some inspirations and insights from his reimagining of the Ullswater Suite.

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  • Moon music

    Moon music

    The moon has inspired songwriting since the dawn of time. Take an audio trip to the moon and back with our Moon Playlist on Spotify.

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  • Autumn almanac

    Autumn almanac

    Lia Leendertz’s bestselling Almanac seasonal guides help us reconnect with the natural world. Read on for excerpts from the new 2021 edition.

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  • Float under the stars

    Float under the stars

    From connecting with the past to experiencing a child-like magic, what could be more memorable than a night swim under the stars?

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  • Red resurgence

    Red resurgence

    Even the most fleeting glimpse of a Red Squirrel is unforgettable. Heather Dewey from RSPB Haweswater tells all about this handsome creature.

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  • A mountain to climb

    A mountain to climb

    Lake District local and adventure photographer Ryan Lomas shares his thoughts on capturing mountains and some favourite spots of Ullswater.

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  • Swansong

    Swansong

    Shapeshifters, dancers, agents from another dimension or royal dinner? We pause to consider the noble swans that frequent our Ullswater shores.

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  • Introducing land&water

    Introducing land&water

    Born on the shoreline, land&water bath and body collection evokes that warm glow after time outside in the elements. Find out why we use them at the hotel.

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  • Water, mountains & fire

    Water, mountains & fire

    Swimming, walking, campfire cooking… We’ve gathered some of our favourite ways to rekindle a connection with The Lakes, wherever you are.

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