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Ambleside
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Right at the heart of the Lake District, this large village is a bustling centre for tourism. Offering most services including banks, food shops, boots the chemist and a host of excellent cafes and restaurants. For a real treat head for Lucys on a Plate serving superb contemporary eating or the Apple Pie Eating house for traditional cakes baked locally. Ambleside is known for its curious Bridge House, a National Trust property perched over the river as you head north towards Grasmere.