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Ullswater Steamers

Exploring Ullswater and the Surrounding Area

It may not have the size of Windermere but Ullswater, as the second largest lake in the Lake District, could be said to have much more to recommend it.  Surrounded by stunning mountain scenery it’s 7.5 mile length makes it much more compact, meaning that with a little footwork it isn’t difficult to get magnificent […]

Appleby Castle

The historic market town of Appleby In Westmorland

The name of Appleby comes from the Norse for ‘place with apple trees’ which when you consider the town lies at a strategic crossing of the River Eden makes sense, at least biblically!  The town boasts plenty of history both old and new, from the well-preserved Norman Keep at the top of Boroughgate to being […]

Dufton from Dufton Pike

The beautiful village of Dufton in the Eden Valley

Driving into Dufton you immediately feel the appeal of this sleepy fellside village. The village is dominated by views of the impressive Pennine range including Cross Fell, Great Dun Fell with the radar station, and Dufton Pike. Whilst in the village itself the distinctive sandstone buildings flank the village green with the iconic fountain and […]

Ullswater Steamers

Pedal, Power, Pamper – activity days out in the Eden

For those people who want a little bit more from their holiday here are a few suggestions of some activity days out in the Eden. Relaxing Spa Days For a fully relaxing day out why not book a spa day for 2 at the award winning Aqua Sana Spa.  Part of the Center Parcs resort […]

Flower meadows

The North Pennines (AONB) – a special place to visit!

A special place to visit! The North Pennines is one of England’s most special places – a stunning, upland landscape of wide-open moors, flower-rich hay meadows, intimate woods, inky-black night skies, charismatic wildlife, fascinating industrial heritage, tumbling rivers and dramatic waterfalls. Here you will find a peaceful, unspoilt landscape with a rich history and vibrant […]

View of Dufton Pike

4 great reasons to make Shepherds View the base for your next staycation

As we all get used to the new norms of a post lockdown world there has been a massive surge in people looking for staycations in the UK. Many have turned to the standard honey-pots of Devon and Cornwall or the Lakes, which can only lead to an increase in these areas of visitor numbers […]

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