Nearby attractions

Close to the mystical lakes of Ennerdale (http://www.wildennerdale.co.uk) and Wastwater. England’s deepest Lake and highest mountain! Excellent walking , climbing , water sports and many other outdoor activities.

Picturesque Village of St Bees with it’s sandy beach, a number of excellent pubs, Start of the Coast to Coast and historical Priory( www.stbeespriory.org.uk)

Muncaster castle (http://www.muncaster.co.uk/castle-and-gardens/) and Ravenglass Miniature Railway (https://ravenglass-railway.co.uk/plan-visit/)

 

The beautiful Eskdale Valley with waterfalls and historic mill (www.eskdalemill.co.uk) .

Set on the leafy banks of Whillan Beck, which cascades down from the flanks of Scafell, Eskdale Mill still boasts its historic working machinery, and is one of the oldest water powered corn mills in England, and is now the last remaining working mill in the lake District. This historic building and its unique machinery, has been Grade2* listed and is a vital survivor of a vanishing heritage

Reached by the Ratty with lots of attractive walks suitable for all the family.