Welcome to Bowmanstead

Bowmanstead is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated in the northern part of the county, close to the Scottish border. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and lush green fields. It is a peaceful and tranquil place, perfect for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

The village has a rich history, dating back to the medieval period. There are several historic buildings in the area, including the Bowmanstead Manor House, which dates back to the 16th century. The village also has a small church, St. Mary's, which was built in the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and is well worth a visit.

Despite its small size, Bowmanstead has a strong sense of community. There are several local events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market. The village also has a pub, The Red Lion, which is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. Overall, Bowmanstead is a charming and picturesque village that is well worth a visit for anyone looking to experience the beauty and tranquility of rural England.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
John Ruskin School
Community School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Peter Blackburn
Lake Road
Coniston
Cumbria
LA21 8EW
01539441306
School Website
Coniston C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Danielle Fitzsimons
Shepherd's Bridge
Coniston
Cumbria
LA21 8AL
01539441302
School Website
Hawkshead Esthwaite Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Carol Sharp
Main Street
Hawkshead
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0NT
01539436354
School Website
Langdale C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Rachel Underwood
Chapel Stile
Great Langdale
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 9JE
01539437204
School Website
Ambleside C Of E Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Carrick
Vicarage Road
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 9DH
01539432181
School Website
The Lakes School
Community School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Sharon Rainey
Troutbeck Bridge
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 1HW
01539440810
School Website
Goodly Dale Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Cheryl Johnston
Lake Road
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 2JX
01539446946
School Website
St Martin And St Mary Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Matthew Towe
Princes Road
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 2DD
01539443622
School Website
St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Windermere
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Lucy Bone
Prince's Road
Princes Road
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 2DD
1539448125
School Website
Grasmere C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Johanna Goode
Stock Lane
Grasmere
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 9SJ
01539435313
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Windermere
Station Precinct, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AH
7.23 Miles
Foxfield
Adjacent A595, Foxfield, Cumbria, LA20 6BX
8.86 Miles
Green Road
[Un-Named Lane], Near The Green, Cumbria, LA18 5HR
9.44 Miles
Kirkby-In-Furness
Marsh Side, Kirkby-In-Furness, Cumbria, LA17 7UB
10.21 Miles
Staveley
Station Road, Staveley, Cumbria, LA8 9NG
10.57 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Hawkshead Private Hire Taxi
015394 36946
Main Street, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0NT
3.37 Miles
Lakes Taxis
015394 44055
1 A Belsfield Terrace, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3EQ
6.43 Miles
Pegasus Taxis And Travel
015394 48899
Flat 1, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3AS
6.50 Miles
Ashley Vinall Taxis
015394 88577
12 Helm Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3AY
6.56 Miles
Heath's Taxis
015394 48946
North Terrace, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3AU
6.56 Miles
Kevin's Taxis
015394 32371
Croftlands/Knott St, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0EB
6.63 Miles
Lakes Camper Hire
015395 30763
Devonshire Barn, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8BJ
6.93 Miles
Ambleside Taxis
015394 33842
16 Kirkfield, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9HA
7.03 Miles
Billys Taxi Service
015394 31287
28 Kirkfield Rise, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DX
7.11 Miles
Windermere Taxis
015394 44144
10 Oak Street, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1EN
7.13 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Adams Bridge
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Old Railway Station
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Coniston Post Office
Collection Today available until:16:30
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Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Lane Head
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Rectory Lane D
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Boon Crag
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Church House Torver
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Beckstones
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Grizedale
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Borwick Ground
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Bank End
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Rogerground D
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Hawkshead Hall D
No More Collections Today
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Hawkshead Post Office
Collection Today available until:16:15
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Wraysdale House Surgery
01539 441205
Wraysdale House
Coniston
Cumbria
LA21 8ER
Hawkshead Surgery
Bragg Field
Hawkshead
Ambleside
LA22 0QW
Windermere Health Centre
01539 445159
Windermere Health Centre
Goodley Dale
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 2EG
Ambleside Health Centre
01539 432693
Ambleside Health Centre
Rydal Road
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 9BP
St. Mary's Surgery
01539 488484
St.Mary's Surgery
Applethwaite
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 1BA
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Local Stores

Coniston
Yewdale Road
Coniston
Cumbria
LA21 8DU
01539 441247
Store Website
0.62 miles
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SPAR Coniston
Hills of Lakeland
Broughton Road
Coniston
LA21 8EN
01539441689
Store Website
0.6 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Oakhill Veterinary Group
1 Church Street
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0BU
01539 432631
6.74 miles
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Oakhill Veterinary Group
Oakhill Veterinary Centre
Lake Road
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 2EQ
01539 488555
vets@oakhillvetgroup.co.uk
Website
6.87 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Mckinney Veterinary Practice Ltd
East View
Church Street
Broughton-In-Furness
Cumbria
LA20 6HJ
01229 716230
brownemckinney@aol.com
7.92 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Birds

Camelids

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Tynedale Farm Services (Farm Gate Vets)
Unit 1A Crakeside Business Park
Greenodd
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 7RT
015315 67899
vet@farmgatevets.com
Website
8.75 miles
Animals Treated
Cattle

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Church Walk Veterinary Centre - Ulverston
St Mary'S Place
Church Walk
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 7EN
01229 583675
reception@churchwalkvets.co.uk
Website
11.23 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Birds

Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

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Poultry

Sheep/Goats

Small Mammals

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Alexander Vets Ulverston
Victoria Road
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 0BY
01229 582900
info@alexandervets.co.uk
Website
11.60 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Coniston (Coppermines Valley)
This Walk, Starting From The Village Of Coniston, Takes You Up Into The Spectacular Coppermines Valley And Takes In The Copper Heart Stone And Working Waterwheel.
LA21 8EH
0.60 miles

Head Into Coniston On The A593. Once In The Village, Take The B5285 To The Ruskin Avenue Car Park.
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Tarn Hows
A Circular Walk Amongst The Trees And Around The Edge Of The Water’S Edge Of The Tarn.
LA22 0PP
2.70 miles

From Ambleside, Take The B5286 To Hawkshead, Following The Signs To Hawkshead Hill, The Signs For Tarn Hows.
Tarn Hows
Unnamed Road
Ambleside
Lancashire
LA22 0PP
2.85 miles

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Elterwater
Elterwater Is A Lovely, Small Village With Fantastic Scenery. This Walk Partly Runs Alongside The River Brathay And Is Surrounded By Woodland And Views Of The Hills As You Reach The Top Of The Valley.
LA22 9HU
5.31 miles

From Ambleside, Take The A593 To Clappersgate And Then Follow The Signs For Elterwater On The B5343. Once You Reach The Village, Turn Left Just Before The Britannia Inn And Reach The National Trust Car Park.
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Windermere
Windermere Lake Is 10.5 Miles Long, One Mile Wide And 220 Feet Deep, Making It The Largest Natural Lake In England. It Is Surrounded By Mountain Peaks And Villages, Including Bowness-On-Windermere.
LA22 0LR
5.48 miles

Take The B5285 From Hawkshead To Far Sawrey. Continue On Through Far Sawrey And Follow The Signs To Windermere.
Great Langdale Valley
A Circular Walk Taking In Part Of The Cumbria Way Towards Chapel Stile And Back Along The Centre Of The Valley With Stunning Scenery Of The Langdale Pikes.
LA22 9JU
6.01 miles

From Ambleside, Follow Signs For Coniston On The A593. Continue On The B5343 Following Signs For Great Langdale. Pass Through Chapel Stile And Continue On The Road For 3-4 Miles.
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