staveley...
The bustling village of Staveley nestles at the foot of the secluded Kentmere Valley its history shaped by two rivers: the fast-flowing river Kent and the smaller river Gowan. An area of rolling countryside interspersed with valleys, woods, hedges and drystone walls
Wild, open moorlands dominate the uplands, descending through tree-clothed valley sides to low-lying pasture land on the valley bottoms.
About the area
History & heritage
Kentmere stretches for nearly 10 miles from Staveley to Kentmere reservoir, a valley rich in ancient history.
staveley history
staveley heritage
Art & culture
Every year in August residents put on an Art Exhibition for regional artists at the Roundhouse in Staveley.
Natural environment
Staveley is an excellent base for walks, cycling and bridleways, a perfect way of enjoying the natural environment.
Food & drink
Hawkshead Brewery
The brewery are producing over 100 barrels of real ale per week. The brewery is linked to Wilf's café, enabling diners to enjoy a pint of real ale with their meal.
Wilf's Café
Serving delicious breakfasts, lunches, snacks and afternoon teas in the former bobbin mill. All food is homemade.
Eagle & Child
CAMRA Westmorland Pub of the Year, 2007. Serving a variety of Cumbrian real ales and homemade food using local produce. Riverside beer garden. Annual Beer Festival in early May.
LucyCooks Cookery School
Cookery school with a fresh and vibrant approach to culinary skills. Huge range of one-day cookery courses and demonstrations to suit all ages and abilities, including family fun days!
