Rydal Water is one of the smallest lakes in the Lake District. It is only 3/4 mile long by 1/4 mile at its widest point, that is a pretty small 1.2 kilometres by 400 metres in metric terms. However, it is a very popular place because of the connection to William Wordsworth. The views out over Rydal are great from any vantage point, but particularly from here, where you can get a close-up view of the island.

Cragsman Daz

February 11, 2024

Due to bad weather I did this chilled out walk..it was quite easy with some great scenery

Adam Brown

June 19, 2025

Beautiful views of Nab Scar

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Location: Lakes, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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