Skelwith Bridge Hotel in Ambleside, Cumbria, United Kingdom | Hotel

There is nothing which has been contrived by man by which so much happiness is produced as by a good tavern or inn” thus wrote Dr Johnson.  Although the Skelwith Bridge Hotel nr Ambleside has been carefully and sympathetically developed and extended, there still remains the charm and atmosphere of the 17th century hostelry with it’s mellowed oak beamed ceilings and many period features.

Skelwith Bridge Hotel operates a no smoking policy throughout.

The 28 bedrooms at Skelwith Bridge Hotel are all individually designed to suit every occasion.  You can choose from well appointed double, twin or single rooms to four poster rooms with corner jacuzzi baths.  Most of our rooms have views of the fells, open countryside and the river Brathay.

Enjoying a great location in the heart of the Lake District National Park in the United Kingdom, makes Skelwith Bridge Hotel nr Ambleside  is an ideal base to explore and enjoy the wealth of activities available including walking, sailing and cycling.   Visit the historic homes of Wordsworth, Ruskin, Beatrix Potter or just simply relax.

Enjoy the magnificent views around Loughrigg Tarn just a short ten minute walk from Skelwith Bridge Hotel, where the latest blockbuster film, "Miss Potter" was filmed.