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La’al RattyLa’al Ratty is Cumbrian dialect for ‘little track’, referring to the narrow-gauge (15 inch/38 cm) track of the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway.- Ravenglass Roman Bath HouseThe bathhouse, formerly known as Walls Castle, where legions of Roman soldiers came to wash and spruce up, is one of the best-preserved Roman buildings in the north of England.
- Hardknott Roman FortThis far-flung outpost of the Roman Empire (known as Mediobogdum) guarded the military road between Ravenglass and Ambleside.
- The luck of MuncasterIn 1464, after his defeat at the Battle of Hexham, King Henry VI sought refuge at Muncaster and, as a token of his gratitude, gave the Pennington family his glass drinking bowl.
- Herdwick SheepThis hardy hill breed of the central Lakeland fells is ideally suited to withstand the harsh Cumbrian winters.
- Tom FoolIn the 1600s, Tom Skelton was the court jester (or fool) at Muncaster, but his exploits earned him a more sinister reputation.
the western lakes has a rich history, brilliantly told
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Wasdale Road, Gosforth, SEASCALE, Cumbria, CA20 1AUSEASCALE
St Mary's has been an important religious site since the 8th century.
Ravenglass
Set in the beautiful gardens of Muncaster Castle, the Hawk & Owl Centre offers exhilarating bird of prey flying displays daily from Easter to Christmas plus the wild heron feed daily year-round.
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Eskdale, Cumbria, CA19 1TGCumbria
Three main routes follow the River Esk along Eskdale to its mouth at Ravenglass. These are a road, a narrow gauge railway (Ravenglass to Eskdale Railway) and, of most interest to mountain bikers, a bridleway. The bridleway starts at Whahouse Bridge…
Tide to tops....a route with everything from a beach-side spin, quiet villages and the wild and open views of the western fells.
Eskdale
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with massive jumps into crystal clear waters. The pools are deep and big offering lots of swimming and scrambling along the rocky edges too.
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Eskdale, Cumbria, CA19 1TGCumbria
An easy scramble at the side of the spectacular Cam Spout Force is combined with a descent down the wild and remote Little Narrowcove to provide a fine crossing of Scafell Pike, England's highest mountain. Access is from the Eskdale side by a steady…
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Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Co Ltd, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SWTelephone
01229 717171Ravenglass
The history of the Ravenglass and Eskdale railway told with relics, models, photographs and a 20-minute video.
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Harebeck Cottage part of Harebeck Holidays, Thornbank, Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1HTTelephone
01946 725207Seascale
This two bedroom self catering holiday home located in the western Lake District is full of character, making it a perfect holiday home for families, couples and friends alike, with all amenities located on your doorstep.
Eskdale
Is jumping from height into water your thing? There are jumps galore along with swimming across pools and scrambling up rocks. It's set in a beautiful area and you will really immerse yourself in the surrounding scenery - literally! If you're…
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Eskdale Mill & Heritage Trust, Eskdale Mill, Boot, Holmrook, Cumbria, CA19 1TGTelephone
01946723335Boot, Holmrook
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations. This charming site embodies the Lake District’s heritage. It is the last remaining working water-powered corn mill in the Lake District.
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Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Railway Station, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SWTelephone
01229 717171Ravenglass
Our fish & chip trains are back in 2023! Your ticket includes a return journey, starting at Ravenglass station pulled by one of our diesel engines, and a fish & chip supper with mushy peas and a side of bread and butter. Drinks can be purchased on…
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Parkgate Farm, Irton, Eskdale, Holmrook, Cumbria, CA19 1YNTelephone
019467 26362Eskdale, Holmrook
Experience the great outdoors at Parkgate Farm, offering a variety of 9 large camping pitches (5 with electric hook-up, and 4 without) and one camping pod. Take advantage of the amenities including family shower rooms, separate toilets, washing-up…
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Cumbria
Located at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, Fellbites Café serves everything from hot and cold drinks, sandwiches and homebaked cakes, to full meals made to order.
The Turntable Café, located on Platform 1 serves a wide array of food from hearty…
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Bolton Head Farm, Gosforth, Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1EWTelephone
019467 25777Seascale
A small family-run boutique bed & breakfast in an enviable location. Superb views and a great base from which to explore the quieter part of the Lake District - its mountains, valleys & coastline.
Our contemporary interiors are designed to offer…Tourism For All
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Dalegarth, Eskdale Valley, Cumbria, CA19 1TDEskdale Valley
Deep and narrow gorge on Stanley Ghyll reached via marked route from National Trust car park.
Ravenglass
Historic haunted Castle home to the Pennington family for 800 years. A 70-acre garden famous for its rhododendrons set against the stunning backdrop of the Lakeland fells. Hawk & Owl Centre home to a diverse collection of birds.
Sea to summits....This is a ride that leads from the coast towards the foot of the highest mountain in England.
HOLMROOK
Want something fun and a little bit different this holiday? Try something new and exciting in the adventure playground of the Lake District. Take it at your own pace and make your time with us as action packed or relaxing as you want.
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Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway Co.Ltd, Railway Station, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SWTelephone
01229 717171Ravenglass
Welcome to Lakeland's oldest, longest and most scenic railway!
La'aL Ratty, the little Cumbrian railway, is an award-winning heritage visitor attraction and Lake District icon, living up to its “must do” reputation for all ages. Excellent…
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Boot
Ghyll Scrambling for adventurers! The ultimate all-day adventure - not for the faint hearted! If swimming in crystal clear pools, scaling waterfalls and massive jumps are your thing - LOOK NO FURTHER!!
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