Eskdale & Ravenglass...
The green fields and woodlands of the valley of Eskdale, embroidered with the sparkling thread of the river Esk, penetrate deep into the central Lakeland fells.
Where the fields peter out below Hardknott Roman Fort, the River Esk continues upwards embraced by mountains to its source at Esk Hause.
About the area
History & heritage
Eskdale has a rich history with the Eskdale fells being littered with burial and clearance cairns.
eskdale & ravenglass history
eskdale & ravenglass heritage
Natural environment
Eskdale has some great natural sights to see from castle gardens to sand dunes
Oddities
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway
The Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway was the first narrow-gauge railway to be built in England.Richard Woodall's
Richard Woodall's shop in Waberthwaite (www.richardwoodall.com.uk) is a must for discerning sausage, bacon and ham lovers. Eight generations of the same family have ensured its success, with the ‘crowning' achievement being the award of a Royal Warrant in 1990 to supply the Queen with traditional Cumberland sausage, hams and bacon.Devoke Water
Devoke Water on Birker Fell is the Lake District's largest tarn.
