Happy New Year, everyone! After a busy festive season, it is that time of year when we all now need a break simply to relax and refresh ourselves as we wade into 2016. Or, perhaps, for those who had to … Read More
lake district holiday
See Lake Windermere and the fells from Blenheim Lodge
I thought I would share some images of Lake Windermere and the fells that I took from our guest house today. Our B&B, Blenheim Lodge, is situated on Brantfell, a picturesque expanse of hilly fields and walks covering numerous fell … Read More
Late availability New Year B&B accommodation
New Year 2016 is almost upon us, so if you are looking for a peaceful relaxing break away from your normal routine in the beautiful Lake District National Park, do come visit with us at Blenheim Lodge B&B in Bowness-on-Windermere. Despite … Read More
Our hilltop house
Blenheim Lodge B&B, our house and home, is located on a hilltop in Bowness-on-Windermere. Well . . . it is not quite at the very peak of Brantfell, the Lakeland fell on which our B&B is situated, but it is … Read More
A romantic New Year break in the Lake District
Imagine a scenic Lakeland backdrop. You, the couple, silhouetted against the grandeur of high fells as you stroll, hand in hand, along Windermere’s picturesque lakeshore. Stop for a moment and look out over the lake. There! Yachts bob amongst the waves, whilst … Read More
Be part of the community in the Lakes
Enjoy a real Lakeland break by engaging in some community activities in the Lakes. I wrote a few days ago about Ulverston’s Dickensian Festival and the switching on of Windermere’s Christmas lights. Here are a couple more activities to take part in … Read More
Painting in a gallery
I was never so chuffed as to receive an email from one of our talented guests who has recently had her painting of the view from her room selected by an art gallery. Donna and her husband came to stay … Read More
Windermere lights and Dickensian Christmas
This weekend sees Windermere town switching on its Christmas lights. Located in Bowness-on-Windermere, our friendly Bed and Breakfast, Blenheim Lodge, is only a mile from Lakeland’s only town to be connected with a mainline train service. The annual Windermere Christmas … Read More
A gorgeous November day
What a gorgeous November day it is today in Bowness-on-Windermere! After a lot of rain in the Lake District, we are now embracing bright skies with lots of sunshine, no fear of precipitation from the looks of things, high fells … Read More
Grizedale Stages Rally and Ambleside Lantern Parade
Grizedale Stages Rally is happening tomorrow in the Lake District National Park. It will be the 27th such event this 21st November 2015 and it should prove exciting for car rally aficionados. Up to 75 crews are taking part, and … Read More
Blowing the rain away!
Early morning – and the high winds containing gigantic fistfuls of rain slash across our windows. I awoke to a world of grey and the whistling sound of snaking gusts taking corners at speed as they whizzed between and past … Read More
A romantic New Year retreat
At Blenheim Lodge, we have just decided to open our doors to see in the New Year, which really is just around the corner. If you have a few days to spare, why not make that final gesture of romance in … Read More