Holmeshead is a traditional Lake District hill farm of great character offering Bed and Breakfast near Skelwith Bridge. A Superior Bed and Breakfast (B&B) between Ambleside and Hawkshead. We now also have a Lake District self catering caravan!

Its beautiful location just above the tiny hamlet of Skelwith Fold is isolated, peaceful and quiet, yet only 10 minutes drive from the bustle of Ambleside, one of Lakeland's major tourist centres with every facility and amenity, or from Hawkshead, a picturesque village with interesting history, shops, cafes and pubs.The fine Langdale valley, one of England's most famous walking and climbing areas, is about 15 minutes' drive away.

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The House Report

A very comfortable Bed and Breakfast near Ambleside. Built during the 17th century, its character and structural features have been preserved during modernisation and it has a warm welcoming atmosphere combined with the charm of earlier times. At the rear, beneath the fellside which slopes gently upwards to meadows, there is a picturesque flagged yard which forms the guests' entrance.

Horse Holidays Report

Bring your horse and ride the Lake District! Horse Holidays in the Lakes! Stunning scenery and so easy to ride with so many miles of bridal paths, The Langdales, Rydal, Coniston, Claife, Grizedale are all easy to ride from Holmeshead Farm. We have stables for your horse(s) or it could be out in one of our safe fields.

Local Area Report

Ambleside is an attractive small town of about 2500 people situated in the centre of the Lake District National Park, about 1 mile from the head of Lake Windermere. It is at the hub of the area's road system and all parts of the National Park are within 1 hour's drive. Many fine mountain and valley walks, both easy and strenuous, start from the town.

Contact Report

The easiest approach to Holmeshead is from Ambleside. Leave the town on the A593 towards Coniston. After 1 1/2 miles, turn left at the sign to Hawkshead (B5286). After 300 metres, turn right along a narrow road running alongside the river, which is on your right. At the next T junction, turn left. After about 400 metres you will see the sign for 'Holmeshead Farm'.

Reviews (9)

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Richard Talmage

Nov 16, 2019

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Had a great stay here and was look after very well nothing was a problem.

J. T.

Nov 10, 2019

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Great B&B on a working farm. Tranquil setting, with a warm welcome and hearty breakfast from Judith. Try the Drunken Duck pub up the road for a good dinner.

Sharon Piper

Dec 09, 2018

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Great place, need I say more. You can also take your horse here on holiday with you.

Louise Caulfield

Oct 22, 2018

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Always a lovely stay here .. And beautiful comfy rooms .. And not forgetting the breakfast.. If u want it quiet this is the place to be.

Dee O'Brien

Jul 27, 2018

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We have visited both the bed and breakfast and the caravan at Holmeshead Farm. Spotlessly clean, lovely room with ensuite and lovely views all around. Fantastic breakfast. Hospitality second to none. A little piece of Heaven.

Snow Dog

May 30, 2018

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Eddy and Judy! Excellent hosts. Amazing working farmhouse in the heart of the Lake District (Hamlet of skelwith fold) amazing food, home cooked hearty English home cooked meals. 5* recommendation 👍

Sally Pedder

Jun 22, 2017

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Stayed in the caravan for 3 nights and stabled my pony here excellent rides out with guide. Caravan really clean and comfortable

Maria Cahill

Dec 05, 2016

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Landlady couldn't have been more helpful. Flexible about arrival time. Happy to provide soya milk. Lovely clean rooms and delightful setting.

Richard Hemsley

Jun 18, 2014

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Really friendly people and amazing views. Excellent breakfast. For us it was the perfect place to stay.

Holmeshead Farm B & B