Useful Information



 

The Drunken Duck is the nearest pub to Pullwood Bay. This is a ‘gastro’ pub and we recommend booking in advance if guests would like to eat there during the holiday. We do hold a table for two each Friday and Saturday evening, at 7.00pm, as a ‘perk’ for guests of Pullwood Bay. If guests wish to reserve this table they must telephone the office. We can sometimes alter the eating time or number of guests for these bookings if requested.

The Tower Bank Arms is also quite near Pullwood Bay – towards Hawkshead. This pub serves more traditional food, and also has locally brewed beers as well as an open fire and warm welcome. Reservations only required Saturday evenings or Sunday lunch times, but it is very popular and can get very busy at all times.  www.towerbankarms.co.uk

There are many restaurants in and around Ambleside that we also recommend ... please just contact the office for more information.

We also have a lovely service available from Cumbrian Way Foods.  This company produce full meals, ready to warm up and serve. We can recommend the meals most highly – we have tried some! This is a great idea if guests wish to have something ready to cook upon arrival, or don't want to spend too much time in the kitchen whilst on holiday! We do accept deliveries from Cumbrian Way Foods on behalf of guests prior to their arrival – subject to notification. If guests mention they are booked into Pullwood Bay they will also enjoy a discount!

We also recommend stopping at Booths Supermarket in Windermere to stock up on delicious provisions prior to your arrival. This supermarket usually has a good selection of fresh produce (including meat, fish and cheese counters) as well as award-winning wine selections!

If guests wish to organise a Tesco delivery, theydo deliver to Pullwood Bay. However, we do require prior notice in orderto accept a delivery on behalf of guests.

If there is anything you would like to ask about eating out, or food storagewithin the apartments, please do not hesitate to contact the office. Telephone 01539 433 333 or email: info@pullwoodbay.com

 

 

There are many walks direct from Pullwood Bay if you wish to leave your car behind. Ambleside is only 2 miles away, along with Tarn Hows, Wray Castle and Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top.

We do recommend that you bring an OS map with you for the area – OS7 – and we also provide some walking books for guests to use during their holiday.

Between the Easter vacation and the October half-term holidays guests of Pullwood Bay can also enjoy a trip across the lake, on one of the Lake Cruise boats. Guests must telephone first to organise collection, and then make their way to Pullwood Bay’s private jetty. It is certainly worth trying – there is something so relaxing about travelling by boat! Visit www.windermere-lakecruises.co.uk for more information.

Below are some links that guests might find useful to plan sight-seeing trips prior to their arrival at Pullwood Bay:

Holker Hall is the home of Lord and Lady Cavendish who welcome visitors of all ages to one of the best-loved stately homes in Britain. Magnificently situated only a short distance from Grange-over-Sands and the expanse of Morecambe Bay, Holker Hall is set in exceptionally beautiful countryside with gardens that merge into Parkland framed by the Lakeland Hills.  Visit their website www.holker-hall.co.uk for further information.

There are always plenty of events and activities taking place in the Lake District and it helps to know in advance of your trip. Below are some individual event dates and websites that we hope will provide useful details to make your holiday planning a little easier.

 

Friday 31st July - Sunday 16th August

Lake District Summer Music, throughout the Lakes

One of the UK's biggest music festivals in one of the most beautiful regions.  An inspirational programme of events and classical concerts in a range of great Lakeland venues.   www.ldsm.org.uk

 

A good starting point to check out other events is 'What's On in the Southern Lake District'. This site lists events taking place during the next two months. Visit www.southlakeland.gov.uk/events for more information.

 

There are many excellent events which are held at The Brewery Arts Centre in Kendal.  Take a look at www.breweryarts.co.uk for further details. 

 

 Car Hire - there are two firms which we recommend:

Lakes Car Hire Ltd ~ telephone 015394 44408


This company is based in Windermere, just a two minute walk from Windermere train station, and offers a free collection and return to the station. Visit www.lakeshire.co.uk for more information.

 

  • Westmorland Vehicle Hire ~ telephone - 01539 728 532


    • This company is based at the Westmorland Business Park in Kendal. Visit www.carhirecumbria.co.uk for more information.