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Ambleside features many sites of great historical interest, such as the Roman Fort Galava, with its ruins and information, as well as William Wordsworth’s house.
One of the greatest attractions Ambleside offers visitors is the Armitt Library and Museum – an independent library housing over 10,000 books on the local area and the people of significance to the area, such as William Wordsworth, John Ruskin and Harriet Martineua. The library also houses over 450 watercolours painted by beloved children’s author Beatrix Potter. Ambleside has a number of great hotels and guesthouses as well as fantastic nearby campsites, allowing you access to the area’s amazing biodiversity. |
