Rydal Water is a small body of water in the central part of the English Lake District, in the county of Cumbria. It is located near the hamlet of Rydal, between Grasmere and Ambleside in the Rothay Valley.Put Rydal Water on your schedule, and learn what else deserves a visit by using our Windermere trip itinerary planner.
The lake is 1,290 yards (1.18 km) long and varies in width up to a maximum of 380 yards (350m), covering an area of 0.12 mi² (0.31 km²). It has a maximum depth of 55 ft (17m) and an elevation above sea level of 177 ft (54m). The lake is both supplied and drained by the river Rothay, which flows from Grasmere upstream and towards Windermere downstream.
The waters of the southern half of the lake are leased by the Lowther Estate to the National Trust, whilst those of the northern half belong to the estate of Rydal Hall. Navigation is prohibited, except for residents of Rydal Hall.
Numerous walks are possible in the surrounding hills, as well as a walk around the lake itself, which takes in Dove Cottage and Rydal Mount, both homes to William Wordsworth, and Rydal Cave, a former quarry working. At the western end of the lake, steps lead to Wordsworth's Seat, which is considered to have been Wordsworth's favourite viewpoint in the Lake District.
White Moss House, at the northern end of the lake, is believed to be the only house that Wordsworth ever bought. He bought it for his son Willie, and the family lived there until the 1930s. Nab Cottage overlooks the lake and it was once home to Thomas de Quincey and Hartley Coleridge, the son of Samuel Taylor Coleridge. Close by is the historic Rydal Hall.
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Car Parking. There are many reviews on here, and all bad by looks of it. I too have been issued with PCN having paid by the recommended "Flowbird App", which wouldn't then let me purchase extended... more »
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WARNING DO NOT USE THIS CAR PARK!!!! It's a total scam just like others have said on here. Was fine £60 after I'd paid £6 for three hours parking. Has ruined what was a lovely well deserved day out... more »
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A beautiful walk with gorgeous views. The caves are amazing along with the forest areas.
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I would recommend this place highly as it is brilliant for swimming and bathing. There is an island in the middle which is roughly a 50-60 metre swim. The walk from the nearby car park is around 20-25 mins, but the view is well worth it. This is a brilliant place. 👍👌🌊💧💦
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