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National Trust - Wray

AttractionAmbleside

Photo from Google Maps · Luke Hart

Situated in Low Wray near Ambleside, this impressive nineteenth-century neo-Gothic castle features expansive lakeside grounds and child-friendly indoor play areas. Visitors can explore scenic walking trails leading down to the shores of Lake Windermere and stop for refreshments at the on-site café.

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Opening hours

  • Estate access: dawn to dusk year-round. Castle interior closed for restoration in 2026. Check the National Trust calendar for individual facilities.

Hours from Google; check with the venue before you go.