Whilst it is a very well known, and consequently busy Lake District visitor attraction, what is less well known is that the tarn used to be three smaller ones called High, Middle and Low Tarn. It’s a fairly easy stroll around the lake, through gorgeous grassy moors and lovely views of Lakeland Fells. A tarn is a mountain lake that was formed in a cirque excavated by a glacier, which is later filled with rain or river water. Despite being an icon of the Lake District, Tarn Hows is not typical of the region in terms of landscapes; surrounded by thick conifer woodlands, the actual tarn is partly artificial, having been created by James Garth Marshall in the 1850s. Kendal 8.7 miles.
It is a beauty spot that must not be missed, yet is not entirely typical of the local landscape, for the tarn is partly artificial, being three tarns joined together in the 19th Century, and most of the trees surrounding it are conifers. Lake District Rail Day Trip from London (From $291.52) Beatrix Potter: Afternoon Half Day All-Inclusive Tour with an Expert Guide (From $89.47) 6 hour Private tour of the Lake District.
It was formed by the building of a damn in the first half of the nineteenth century that led to the transformation of three small tarns into the larger single tarn that exists today. Perfect for families. It is heavily used by walkers but no longer by horse-riders because it is too dangerous. Tarn Hows is a very well known Lake District visitor attraction. In 1929 it was bought by Beatrix Potter who sold it to the National Trust. Tarn Hows walk with waterfalls, woodlands and classic Lake District views Tarn Hows is one of the most popular tourist destinations and accessible walks in the Lake District and is a great walk no matter what level of fitness and age! Tarn Hows, or The Tarns, is one of the most visited spots in Lakeland, and in high season can be literally packed with people. Tarn Hows Circuit Path Along Route Leading to the Shore of Tarn Hows Located northeast of Coniston, Tarn Hows is a man-made lake. There is a 1.5 mile, level footpath around the tarn. Yewdale, Arnside Intake, Tarn Hows and Monk Coniston make up an intricate network of small valleys on the North side of Coniston; collectively they are widely regarded as making up some of the most romantic scenery in the Lake District. On a calm day, there are few views in the Lake District that offer as beautiful a reflection as that offered by Tarn Hows. A dog friendly circular walk around Tarn Hows, close to Hawkshead, Windermere and Coniston, in the Lake District. U5015 Borwick Lodge -High Arnside (Tarn Hows) 'This track skirts Tarn Hows in the Lake District.
It’s a fairly easy stroll around the lake, through gorgeous grassy moors and lovely views of Lakeland Fells.
(From $383.44) See all Tarn Hows experiences on Tripadvisor Jul 10, 2020 - Stunning Tarn Hows offers an accessible circular (1¾ miles) walk through beautiful countryside with majestic mountain views.