Lake District Attractions

The Settle-Carlisle railway is considered to be the most scenic railway in England. You can enjoy a marvellous and rewarding journey on this line, starting from Appleby Manor station, just half a mile from the hotel.

To the south and east you can retrace the steps of James Herriot as you explore his beloved Yorkshire Dales. Enjoy a drink in the Tan Hill Inn (England's highest pub!) and stroll around Askrigg, where the 'vet's house' of the TV series is located, spotting the familiar landmarks, before a visit to the Wensleydale cheese factory at Hawes.

North of Appleby, sample some of the many organic treats available at the Village Bakery, in Malmerby. Take the road due west and you cannot fail to be impressed by the majestic splendour of 'the most beautiful corner of England' - the world-famous English Lake District. Windsurf, or take the lake steamer along Ullswater, step out along Striding-Edge, and put your car to the test on the winding mountain passes! Walk underwater along Windermere's re-created lake bed, and see the UK's largest collection of freshwater fish at the Aquarium of the Lakes, or experience the only working Victorian steam-powered pottery in the UK at Wetheriggs Country Pottery.

This bounty of superb scenery will delight your eyes whatever the season: Crisp winter days with snow-capped mountains; hosts of golden daffodils waving in the light spring breeze; lazy summer days with nothing but the soft drone of bees to disturb you; or the russets and browns of the autumn trees to tempt your artistic talent. Whenever you stay, whatever your taste, there's plenty to keep you happy!

A climb to the top of Appleby Castle's 11th-Century Keep, for example, will reward you with a superb panorama. Gaze down on the rare breeds in the Conservation Centre, the Eden fishermen waiting for a bite, the old Moot Hall in the main street and the white-hatted ladies on the immaculate bowling green.

Find out more about the Eden Valley and surrounding areas at www.visiteden.co.uk.

For details on golf courses near to Appleby Manor please see The Golf Courses page.