Autumn
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Walks from Tarn House #1: Waterfall Walk
After buying Tarn House a few years back (when I was a younger and fitter man than now!), I spent as many days as I could exploring the fells, lanes and footpaths around Tarn House to compile a collection of […]
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10 first-time mountains for children in the Lake District
Picking a child’s first Lakes fell can be a tricky proposition. On the one hand, you want them to stretch their abilities and have a fun day out. But too much ambition risks turning a potentially memorable mountain outing into a […]
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What’s new at Tarn House
Since I bought Tarn House two-and-a-bit years back, I’ve invested every penny earned back into the house and garden. Some of that investment has been boring but important behind the scenes stuff (new oil tank, new water filters, chimney repairs […]
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The 10 best walks from Tarn House
During the three years we’ve owned Tarn House, I like to think we’ve done most of the walks that are possible from the front door. In reality, when a spare day comes around, I’m always surprised to find a new […]
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Sunset on Loughrigg Fell #2
In Tarn House there’s a folder full of walks that start from the front door. Among the best of these is the short circular that summits Loughrigg Fell. And the best time to do that is either first thing in […]
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Five great pubs near Tarn House
There’s nothing better than a well-earned pint or two at the end of a hard day on the fells. Or sitting beside a fire on a cold winter’s afternoon. Or losing an hour or two in a beer garden on […]
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10 things to do with children around Ambleside & Loughrigg
Stuck for ideas on what to do around Ambleside and Loughrigg? Then look no further than our essential Top Ten guide to keeping younger visitors to the Lakes happy. 1. Climb Loughrigg Fell Loughrigg Fell, at 1,099ft, is an ideal […]