Explore the area
Between the Lakes and the Dales
From market towns and scenic railways to fell walks and local pubs — there's plenty on your doorstep.
Towns & villages
Nearby places to visit
- Newbiggin-on-Lune
- Set on the northern edge of the Howgill Fells in limestone country, a community whose main activity is farming fell sheep.
- Kirkby Stephen
- A traditional market town of historic buildings, cobbled yards, quaint corners and interesting shops, surrounded by pastoral countryside and wild uplands.
- Appleby-in-Westmorland
- In a loop of the River Eden beneath the Pennines, with the Lake District fells on the western horizon — the starting point for dozens of fell walks.
- Penrith
- A regional centre for the eastern Lake District and the hub of the Eden Valley, with a good mix of traditional shops and old yard entrances.
- Sedbergh
- An old market town in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, close to the rugged eastern fells of the Lake District.
Activities & attractions
Things to do
- Bessy Beck Trout Fishery
- Bank fishing for rainbow trout on three lakes in a beautiful Cumbrian setting.
- Riverside Golf Club
- A picturesque course under the Howgill Fells in Ravenstonedale.
- Appleby Sports Centre
- An outstanding multi-purpose sports facility.
- Park Foot Pony Trekking
- Escorted pony trekking with views over Ullswater, with ponies to suit all the family.
- Settle to Carlisle Railway
- England's most scenic railway.
- Abbott Lodge Jersey Ice Cream Farm
- A working dairy farm producing over 30 flavours of homemade ice cream.
- Kennedys Fine Chocolates
- Handmade chocolates made in Orton since 1991.
Eat & drink
Local pubs and restaurants
- The Kings Head, Ravenstonedale
- The Black Swan Hotel, Ravenstonedale
- The George Hotel, Orton
- The Three Greyhounds, Great Asby
- The Fat Lamb, Crossbank, Ravenstonedale
Availability & booking
Plan your stay at High Lane Farm
Contact Dianne Boustead to check availability and book.