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· Local Moderate

Ambleside to Troutbeck Walk, Windermere

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11.4 km Distance
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2h 51min Est. duration
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Moderate Difficulty
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Linear Route type

From Ambleside, walk through country lanes, woods & fields. Get views of Windermere, visit Troutbeck village & Townend farmhouse, before returning to Ambleside via a more challenging route over Wansfell Pike with great views over the surrounding fells.

Covering 11.4 km, this is a substantial hike requiring a reasonable base fitness. Most walkers complete it in about 2 hours and 32 minutes.

This linear trail moves from one end to the other without looping back. A return journey by transport — or retracing the path — is needed to get back to the start.

Part of the Local Walking Network (LWN), this trail is ideal for exploring the neighbourhood landscape. It is typically well-known to local walkers and offers an authentic sense of place.

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5 points along the route
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Start · Market Cross, central Ambleside, Cumbria;NY376044
0 km 54.4323°, -2.9628°
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2.9 km 54.4282°, -2.9244°
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5.7 km 54.4319°, -2.9619°
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8.6 km 54.4187°, -2.9532°
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Finish · Market Cross, central Ambleside, Cumbria;NY376044
11.4 km 54.4281°, -2.9245°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it to walk Ambleside to Troutbeck Walk, Windermere?
Ambleside to Troutbeck Walk, Windermere covers a distance of 11.4 km.
How long does it take to walk Ambleside to Troutbeck Walk, Windermere?
At an average walking pace, Ambleside to Troutbeck Walk, Windermere takes approximately 2h 51min to complete.
Do I need to return the same way on Ambleside to Troutbeck Walk, Windermere?
No — Ambleside to Troutbeck Walk, Windermere is a one-way trail. It runs from Market Cross, central Ambleside, Cumbria;NY376044 to Market Cross, central Ambleside, Cumbria;NY376044. You will need to arrange return transport or retrace the route.
Where can I begin walking Ambleside to Troutbeck Walk, Windermere?
You can begin Ambleside to Troutbeck Walk, Windermere at Market Cross, central Ambleside, Cumbria;NY376044.
How difficult is Ambleside to Troutbeck Walk, Windermere?
Ambleside to Troutbeck Walk, Windermere is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.
Who maintains the Ambleside to Troutbeck Walk, Windermere trail?
Ambleside to Troutbeck Walk, Windermere is maintained and managed by National Trust.