Wast Water

The best part of the Lake District - but don’t tell anybody.

When we visit the Lake District we tend to ignore the tourists hotspots around Windermere and head west to the more rugged, and usually much quieter areas around Wasdale. This is a fabulous area with...

Really nice hike

Fairly flat walk to wasdale head. Scenery is breathtaking. Set off from nether wasdale and returned, about 12 miles round trip back to our cottage. On a clear day the views of scaffel pike and surrou...

Don’t just think about going here DO IT

I first learned about wast water from a tv program showing celebrities favourite views in Britain 16 years ago a thought one day I will go there so after finding myself on a family holiday in the Lake...

Stunning lake

Beautiful lake with a view. It's definitely worth a visit and go for a swim. Dogs can go, too. Clear water, which felt lovely and cool in the heat

Beautiful place, going again I’d park in the little lay-by’s near the “start” (national trust car park was full at 9am)

Great place for a swim, paddle or kayaking. Super clear water (a bit chilly but it was a hot weekend so it was refreshing) and stunning views.