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Page 102:-
From High Skelgill the walk might be extended to Wansfell Pike.
From a place, near the junction of the Skelgill and Troutbeck
roads, may be observed one of the most enchanting scenes among
the lakes; comprehending the most perfect view of all the islands
on Windermere, separated by the most desirable spaces; the lake
spread out into beautiful bays, and its shores ornamented with
elegant villas, planted on various elevations. Excursions may
also be made from Low Wood, to Coniston, to Langdale, or over
Kirkstone to Ullswater.
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fishing
geology
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Here, while the admirer of landscape takes his views of the lake
and mountain scenery from the rising ground, and the angler
amuses himself upon the water; the geologist may be employed in
examining the position of the transition limestone and the slate,
where they have been worked, in two adjoining quarries near the
road, about a quarter of a mile north of the inn.
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Ambleside
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AMBLESIDE
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inns
Windermere by boat
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Is an ancient chartered town; with a population of 1095, but its
market is little more than nominal. It is irregularly built upon
a rising ground, commanding good prospects of the adjacent
scenery. Post Chaises are kept at the Salutation and Commercial
Inns, and there are two other Public Houses that accommodate
travellers; besides several houses fitted up as private lodgings.
Boats upon the Lake of Windermere are also provided by the Inns.
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-- Ambleside
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-- Commercial Inn
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-- "Low Wood Inn" -- Low Wood Hotel
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-- "Salutation Inn" -- Salutation Hotel
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