Elterwater Cumbria Map

About Elterwater

Elterwater rests within the embrace of Cumbria’s fells. It lies 4.9 km west of Ambleside (from Ambleside: bearing 271°T, OS grid NY 327 047), and is situated south-east of Chapel Stile village. The village's name, likely derived from Old Norse for 'swan lake', hints at the tranquil waters that give it its character, a gentle shimmer reflecting the ever-changing Cumbrian sky. Though small, Elterwater possesses a quiet gravitas, a sense of enduring presence that seems to hum beneath the surface, much like the unseen currents of the River Brathay that flows nearby. Its stone cottages, often clustered around a village green that feels worn smooth by generations of footsteps, speak of a time when life here was intrinsically tied to the land and the rhythms of agriculture. The surrounding landscape, a breathtaking panorama of undulating hills and the shimmering surface of Elterwater itself, offers a profound sense of peace.

About This Elterwater Map Page

Explore Elterwater, Cumbria, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 54.433619, -3.038288. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.