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Bampton -
Bampton, and nearby Bampton Grange are in the Lowther Valley in the Eden Valley on the Eastern Edge of the Lake District. As well as being on the famous Wainwright Coast to Coast path, and ideally located for exploring the Eastern Fells of the Lakes, Bampton is also famous as the setting for the cult film “Withnail and I”. The area around Bampton provides a good range of holiday accommodation as well as a great selection of attractions and things to do. Check out the key information on the right and then explore the Bampton holiday accommodation listed below.
Bampton -
Grid Ref: NY 515 181
Map: Explorer map OL5
Info: Pub, Shop, Garage, Church
Villages: Glenridding, Pooley Bridge, Patterdale, Howtown, Watermillock, Shap, Askham
Fells: Place Fell, High Street
Lakes: Ullswater, Brotherswater, Haweswater, Hayeswater
More info: Bampton Tourist Info
Nearest Bus Stop: Bampton
Nearest Train: Penrith
Bampton
Attractions: Bampton is located on Alfred Wainwrights famous Coast to Coast Walk, and is the usual stopping off point for those doing the west to east route and looking for a shorter route from Patterdale rather than the longer walk to Shap.
In addition the village and local area were the seeting for much of the cult film “Withnail and I” including the iconic Red Phone Box and the nearby Sleddale Hall (“Crow Crag” in the film).
Fells and Lakes: The main fells in the area are the Eastern Fells including Place Fell, High Street, and Kidsty Pike. There are some superb walks to be had int he local area, including around Haweswater, Martindale, and up to Angle Tarn.
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Please click the links above to find the best Hotel, B&B, cottage and camping holiday accommodation in the Bampton area, or explore the nearby towns and villages, such as Patterdale and Glenridding.
Featured Holiday Accommodation in Bampton
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Moorahill Bed and Breakfast Bampton
Moorahill is a Lake District B&B in a splendid rural location 1½ miles from Bampton. One King and One double room, both with ensuite shower rooms. A large sitting room/dining room for exclusive guest use with underfloor heating and gas stove. Plenty of parking and secure storage for motorbikes and cycles. For more information please click the “More Info” link.