Ambleside is based in the world-famous Lake District, home to lovely landscapes, rolling hills and beautiful views. It is famed as the home of William Wordsworth and the inspiration for many of the great Lakes Poets, it is one of the jewels of the English countryside.

The trip will offer two guided walking options. There will be a shorter walk for those wanting to experience the views, and a longer walk for those looking to explore further in this beautiful setting. Both walks will take you up and away from the lake and into the surrounding countryside.

After exploring the varied terrain, we will lead you back to Ambleside where you will have some free time to explore some of the shops and cafes that the Cumbrian town has to offer. Please note that the length of time to explore Ambleside will depend on which route option you pick.

Transport:

We will travel via coach departing from Parkinson steps at 08:00 and returning at 18:30. This is included in the ticket cost.

Date & Time: Saturday 23rd May 2026 Location: Ambleside, Lake District

For more information about the local area, you may find this link helpful - https://www.visitlakedistrict.com/explore/ambleside

What you need to bring:

Please come in suitable footwear for uneven and unpaved terrain (walking boots or strong trainers). You will also need:

· Spare footwear to change into after the walk and a bag for your muddy boots or shoes

· Waterproof jacket and warm clothes

· Food/Packed Lunch and a water bottle for during the walk

· Money/Card if you wish to purchase items in the town

We have a limited amount of kit for hire which includes walking boots and waterproof jackets. The hire form will be released on the week of the walk. Please view our Get Out, Get Active destination guide here to understand more about this trip including elevation, steepness and terrain. You will receive an email from GetOutGetActive@leeds.ac.uk on the week on the trip, this will include further information such as meeting time, activator contact details, route information, the kit hire form and the health check form - which you must complete by 4pm on the day before your trip.

Terms and conditions:

· Get Out Get Active walking trips are open to University of Leeds students and staff ONLY. Please sign up for the trip with your university email address.

· You must be at least 17 years of age to attend this trip.

· When booking a place for this event, the named participant is making a commitment to attend the event, to travel to and from the destination on the organised coach provided and to remain with the group and leaders at all times during the guided walk.

· Please note that any inappropriate behaviour or failure to follow instructions provided by the trip leaders will not be tolerated and will result in appropriate action.

· Ticket transfers or swapping of tickets are not permitted due to health and safety requirements. Only individuals whose names appear on the official register will be allowed to join the walk. Trip leaders reserve the right to turn away anyone not listed on the register.

· Impersonating a registered participant or attending under another person’s booking is strictly not allowed. For health and safety reasons, we must know exactly who is attending each trip.