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  GRASMERE - LoveToKnow Article on GRASMERE   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
The scenery is very beautiful;the valley about the lakes of Grasmere and Rydal Water is in great part wooded, while on its eastern flank there rises boldly the range of hills which includes Rydal Fell, Fairfield and Seat Sandal, and, farther north, Helvellyn.
The festival is of early origin, and has been derived by some from the Roman Floralia, but appears also to have been made the occasion for carpeting the floors of churches, unpaved in early tunes, with rushes.
Grasmere is also noted for an athletic meeting in August.
www.1911encyclopedia.org /G/GR/GRASMERE.htm   (353 words)

  
 GO BRITANNIA! Grasmere, Cumbria
Grasmere, the northermost village in the southern Lake District, is set in a valley surrounded by the lower grassy slopes of the Lakeland hills.
Grasmere's most famous resident, William Wordsworth, is buried in the churchyard.
Grasmere, the northernmost village in the southern Lake District, is located on the A591.
www.britannia.com /travel/barbaraballard/grasmere.html   (336 words)

  
 Grasmere
Grasmere is probably the Cumbria's most popular village, thanks to William Wordsworth (1770-1850).
Each year from the end of July to the beginning of September at Grasmere Village Hall is the Lake Artists Society Summer Exhibition, where some 300 exhibits by local artists and sculptors are on display.
Grasmere Sports Day is one of the oldest and most popular traditional events in the Lake District.
www.visitcumbria.com /amb/grasmere.htm   (518 words)

  
 Grasmere, English Lake District, Cumbria, England, UK - courtesy of Grasmere.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Grasmere is a charming village right in the heart of the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, England.
Grasmere lake (see photograph) lies to the south of the village, around which there are some gentle walks for those that prefer the lower ground.
Grasmere was once the home of the famous poet William Wordsworth; today you can visit two of his former homes - Dove Cottage and Rydal Mount.
www.grasmere.com   (180 words)

  
 Grasmere on Encyclopedia.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
village, Cumbria, NW England, in the Lake District, near Lake Grasmere.
The Wordsworth family and the writer Hartley Coleridge are buried in the churchyard of St. Oswald's.
A new museum for artefacts owned by the Wordsworth Trust is to be built alongside Dove Cottage, the home of William Wordsworth, in Grasmere, Cumbria.
www.encyclopedia.com /html/G/Grasmere.asp   (354 words)

  
 Grasmere - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Grasmere is a village in central Cumbria in the north of England, and is also the name of the adjacent lake.
Grasmere's position in the centre of the English Lake District has made it popular as a tourist destination.
William Wordsworth lived in Dove Cottage, in the hamlet of Town End, near Grasmere, from 1799 to 1808 [1].
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Grasmere   (178 words)

  
 Grasmere Tourist Information on AboutBritain.com
The tiny village of Grasmere in the Lake District, is surrounded by Helm Crag to the north west, Rydal Fell and Nab Scar to the east, Yew Crag and Silver Howe lying west, with the River Rothay running by.
Nearby Lake Grasmere is one of the Lake District’s smallest and most attractive lakes, with a pretty little island in the middle.
Grasmere Sports are traditionally held annually, on the Thursday nearest to 20th August and could be described as England’s equivalent of the Highland Games.
www.aboutbritain.com /towns/Grasmere.asp   (937 words)

  
 Grasmere Lodge - Canterbury - New Zealand Accommodation - Let's Go NZ
Historic Grasmere Lodge, nestled in the mountains of New Zealands South Island, is a country retreat of unrivalled charm and distinction.
Grasmere Lodge is proud to offer an experience of refinement and pleasure in a setting that will long be remembered for its seclusion and beauty.
All of Grasmere's 11 guest bedrooms are individually decorated, with colours and patterns that capture the essence of the rugged high country terrain.
www.letsgo.co.nz /zones/detail_accomodation.asp?id=1811   (830 words)

  
 Grasmere Hotel, Grasmere, Cumbria
The Grasmere Hotel is a delightful small Victorian Country House Hotel and Restaurant set in the heart of the English Lake District and on the edge of Grasmere Village in an acre of informal gardens through which the River Rothay flows.
The Grasmere Hotel is a delightful small Victorian Country House Hotel and Restaurant set on the edge of Grasmere Village in an acre of informal gardens through wich the River Rothay flows.
The Grasmere offers standards synonymous with a large hotel, by providing modern standards of comfort while retaining the character and warm friendly atmosphere of a family run country house hotel which has encouraged many guests to return again and again.
www.smoothhound.co.uk /hotels/grasmerehotel.html   (603 words)

  
 Skelmersdale Rambling Club - Grasmere
Grasmere Church is dedicated to St Oswald, after the 7th century King of Northumbria who is said to have given his name to a sacred well in the vicinity.
The Grasmere Sports, a popular event that regularly attracts thousands of visitors, are customarily held in late August, and include such events as Cumberland wrestling, hound trailing, and a fell race to the summit of Butter Crag.
Grasmere and Rydal are forever associated with the name of William Wordsworth, one of the 'Lake Poets' who settled in the area.
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 Grasmere --  Encyclopædia Britannica
The village lies near the head of Lake Grasmere on the main north-south road that traverses the Lake District National Park.
English prose writer whose Alfoxden Journal 1798 and Grasmere Journals 1800–03 are read today for the imaginative power of their description of nature, their perfection of style, and their revelation of a personality of unusual quality.
The Alfoxden Journal 1798 and Grasmere Journals 1800–03 by Dorothy Wordsworth are notable for their fine style and their imaginative descriptions of nature.
www.britannica.com /eb/article-9037758?tocId=9037758   (574 words)

  
 News Archives — Grasmere Lodge — High Country Retreat — Canterbury — New Zealand   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Grasmere Lodge is proud to share lots of good news with you.
This is a tremendous accolade for Grasmere Lodge, and we couldn’t have done it without each other, without our staff, or without your support.
In addition, Grasmere Lodge becomes a Chaîne-affiliated hotel, and a distinctive metal plaque for our front door is being flown out from Paris, to demonstrate our commitment to fine food for a discerning, appreciative audience.
www.grasmere.co.nz /news/news.asp?ReID=70   (506 words)

  
 Directory - Regional: Europe: United Kingdom: England: Cumbria: Grasmere   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Grasmere is probably the Cumbria's most popular village, thanks to William Wordsworth.
Grasmere Life  · cached · News, information, pictures, and places to stay and eat in Grasmere village.
Grasmere Festival of Stars  · cached · Annual festival every November in which the village is decorated with stars to recreate Wordsworth's poem "Home at Grasmere".
www.incywincy.com /default?p=319894   (167 words)

  
 William Hazlitt (1778-1830), Chapter NINE -- "An Escapade At Grasmere -- 1803."
Now, as to what prompted Hazlitt to travel to Grasmere in the summer of 1803, is not something I can say.
While having left Grasmere in August, his hosts having gone of to Scotland for a walking trip, Hazlitt did pay a return visit that autumn.
Southey, incidently, on September 7th, had moved into residence at Greta Hall, mainly to keep the company and be of help to Coleridge's wife who was his sister-in-law (the Fricker sisters).
www.blupete.com /Literature/Biographies/Literary/Hazlitt/Ch009.htm   (1590 words)

  
 Grasmere Gingerbread: British Recipes
Typical dishes of the region include Kendal Mint Cake, Three-tier Cake and Grasmere Gingerbread.
Grasmere is possibly better known as Wordsworth country than for its gingerbread, which is still made and sold there.
It was originally made with oatmeal, which was the staple food of Westmorland.
www.britannia.com /cooking/recipes/grasmeregingerbread.html   (266 words)

  
 Grasmere Accommodation - Grasmere, The English Lake District
Grasmere Accommodation - Grasmere, The English Lake District
Located only one minutes walk from the centre of Grasmere on the banks of the river Rothay, this cottage is well equipped for 6 people and has gas central heating with an endless supply of hot water.
Situated in Grasmere village centre this traditional Lakeland Cottage boasts many modern luxuries including central heating, a whirlpool bath, telephone, TV, video, CD, dishwasher, microwave oven, fridge/freezer and a washer/drier.
www.grasmereaccommodation.co.uk   (216 words)

  
 Empty Roads Enjoy the View Car-Free in the UK - YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Grasmere itself is five minutes from YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe, and is extremely well served by public transport.
Poet William Wordsworth spent much of his life in and around Grasmere, and he, his wife and some of their children are buried at St Oswalds.
Grasmere hosts three annual festivals: the Grasmere Sports in August, The Lake District Artists Exhibition throughout August, and the Rushbearing Ceremony, which takes place on the nearest Saturday to St Oswald’s Day.
emptyroads.com /hostel_reviews/the_lake_district/butharlyp_howe.html   (429 words)

  
 GRASMERE - Online Information article about GRASMERE
Roman Floralia, but appears also to have been made the occasion for carpeting the floors of churches, unpaved in early times, with rushes.
Moreover, in a procession which forms part of the festivities at Grasmere, certain Biblical stories are symbolized, and in this a connexion with the ancient See also:
Grasmere is also noted for an athletic See also:
encyclopedia.jrank.org /GRA_GUI/GRASMERE.html   (534 words)

  
 Grasmere Travel Information, Maps, Tourist guide and United Kingdom Hotels
ormerly the residence of the well-renowned poet William Wordsworth, Grasmere is found situated in the heart of the Lake District just a couple of miles north of Ambleside.
Grasmere has breathtaking views of the surrounding mountainside and is an extremely popular place with walkers artists and other visitors.
From here one can visit the beautiful lake Grasmere, take in White Moss Common which is quite spectacular in autumn when the leaves on the trees turn all their various shades of brown gold etc, and St Oswalds church which is where William Wordsworth has been buried.
www.hotel4stay.com /UK/grasmere.html   (149 words)

  
 Strathlorn Travel - Lake District Weekend Break - Grasmere
To the south of the village is Lake Grasmere which has some gentle walks along its shoreline.
The Thistle Grasmere has the appearance, style and atmosphere of an old-fashioned country house, though careful refurbishment ensures that guests enjoy modern standards of comfort.
Standing on the shore of Lake Grasmere, and set in beautiful grounds, The Thistle Grasmere is the perfect location for exploring the Lake District or simply relaxing.
www.strathlorntravel.co.uk /weekend-lake-district.asp   (227 words)

  
 Grasmere, Titteringdales Guest House Grasmere.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Titteringdales is a family owned and run country house quietly situated in the beautiful village of Grasmere in the heart of The Lake District National Park.
Titteringdales is an ideal base for walking and close to other towns such as Ambleside (5 miles from Grasmere), Keswick (12 miles from Grasmere) and Windermere (12 miles from Grasmere).
The nearest main line rail station is at Oxenholme; from there you may board a local train to Windermere and then board a local bus (555) to Grasmere, in high season there is a bus between Windermere and Grasmere every twenty minutes and there are also special offers on bus tickets (see related sites).
www.grasmere.net   (253 words)

  
 Empty Roads Enjoy the View Car-Free in the UK - Grasmere, Cumbria
One of the most visited villages in the Lake District, Grasmere is a tourist mecca, and it's all the fault of William Wordsworth.
Grasmere holds a Rushbearing festival every year, on the Saturday nearest St Oswald's day (5th August).
The bed of the lake is owned by the National Trust, and in the middle is a small island where William and Dorothy used to picnic.
www.emptyroads.com /index.php?option=content&task=view&id=118   (347 words)

  
 Grasmere   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Their latest, Grasmere, by Kristina Leach is a brilliant and sophisticated exploration of a time when elegance was commonplace, intelligence was cherished and love was as confusing as it is today.
Grasmere is an idyllic locality in England, where the equally idyllic Dove Cottage was home to William Wordsworth who lived, loved and wrote sharing the spacious, tranquil home with his loving sister and muse, Dorothy.
They are young romantics, eagerly anticipating the promise of a future that looms bright in the horizon as they pursue their talents.
www.reviewplays.com /toppage210.htm   (749 words)

  
 Grasmere Direct Mail
Grasmere has been producing 4-colour process work since the late 1980s.
The Year 2000 was the dawn of a new beginning for Grasmere's 4-colour process printing aspirations, with the launch of our new trading name 'Grasmere Direct Mail'.
We have invested heavily in printing equipment to enable Grasmere to become specialists in printing 4-colour process print on the prime document before subsequent lasering and fulfilment, concentrating in the medium to long run area.
www.grasmere.uk.net /direct_mail.htm   (342 words)

  
 Open Directory - Regional: Europe: United Kingdom: England: Cumbria: Grasmere   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Grasmere - General guide to the central Lake District village.
Grasmere Festival of Stars - Annual festival every November in which the village is decorated with stars to recreate Wordsworth's poem "Home at Grasmere".
Grasmere Life - News, information, pictures, and places to stay and eat in Grasmere village.
dmoz.org /Regional/Europe/United_Kingdom/England/Cumbria/Grasmere   (153 words)

  
 Welcome to Lake View Country House Bed and Breakfast with Self Catering Apartments
Lake View Country House is a Lakeland stone house, dating from 1825 which is situated in a beautiful and quiet location at the end of a private lane, but within easy walking distance of the village centre and local restaurants.
In addition to the view of Grasmere lake and the surrounding fells, guests can take advantage of the private access to the lakeshore and the fishing rights that we enjoy.
For those with an interest in wildlife, a patient vigil may bring the rewarding sight of our semi-resident badgers, red deer and a kingfisher on the river path.
www.lakeview-grasmere.com   (227 words)

  
 Christchurch Hotels: Grasmere Lodge, Christchurch Luxury Hotel
Most dramatic is historic Grasmere Lodge, where 6,000 hectares of Grasmere Station lie between bushclad slopes of Arthur's Pass National Park.
The stone homestead is the original, built in 1858 and subsequently extended.
Whether relaxing in the conservatory or having a drink by the fire in the library or large lounge, Grasmere Lodge is a glorious high country retreat.
www.slh.com /new_zealand/christchurch/hotel_erenew.html   (211 words)

  
 Grasmere Eldercare Center, Town of Fairfield, Connecticut
Grasmere Eldercare Center is a certified medical adult day health center.
Grasmere Eldercare is staffed by a team of specialists with expertise in the care of the geriatric population.
Grasmere Eldercare Center is a program of the Town of Fairfield and is managed by FSW.
www.fairfieldct.org /grasmere.htm   (400 words)

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