Welcome to Bowderdale

Bowderdale is a stunning valley located in the Yorkshire Dales National Park in Cumbria. The valley is known for its rugged terrain, steep hills, and beautiful waterfalls. The valley is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts who come to explore the many trails that wind through the valley. The valley is also home to a variety of wildlife, including red deer, foxes, and birds of prey. Visitors to Bowderdale can enjoy the stunning scenery, take in the fresh air, and experience the beauty of nature.

One of the most popular attractions in Bowderdale is the waterfall known as Cautley Spout. This stunning waterfall is one of the highest in England, with water cascading down a series of rocky steps for over 200 feet. The waterfall is a popular destination for hikers who come to explore the many trails that lead to the top of the falls. Visitors can also enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding valley from the top of the falls. Cautley Spout is a must-see destination for anyone visiting Bowderdale.

Bowderdale is also home to a number of historic sites, including the ruins of a medieval castle. The castle was built in the 12th century and was once a stronghold of the local lord. Today, the ruins of the castle are a popular destination for history buffs who come to explore the site and learn about the history of the area. Visitors can also enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding valley from the castle ruins. Bowderdale is a unique and beautiful destination that offers something for everyone, from hikers and nature enthusiasts to history buffs and sightseers.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
St Begas C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Elizabeth Stellmacher
Longrigg Lane
Eskdale
Holmrook
Cumbria
CA19 1TW
01946723259
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Gosforth C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Leanne Long
Wasdale Road
Gosforth
Seascale
Cumbria
CA20 1AZ
01946725244
School Website
Borrowdale C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Ralf Smits
Stonethwaite
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5XG
01768777686
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Ennerdale And Kinniside C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr David Moore
Ennerdale Bridge
Cleator
Cumbria
CA23 3AR
01946861402
School Website
Seascale Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Avril Spencer
Crofthead Road
Seascale
Cumbria
CA20 1LZ
01946728403
School Website
Beckermet C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Claire Birkett
Mill Lane
Beckermet
Cumbria
CA21 2YD
01946841221
School Website
Kirkland Church Of England Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mr Mark Hazzard
Kirkland
Frizington
Cumbria
CA26 3XU
1946861386
School Website
Waberthwaite C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sandra Cummings
Waberthwaite
Millom
Cumbria
LA19 5YJ
01229717664
School Website
Thornhill Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Miss Sophie Mccabe
Ehen Road
Thornhill
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2SJ
1946820402
School Website
Langdale C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Rachel Underwood
Chapel Stile
Great Langdale
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 9JE
01539437204
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Drigg
Station Road, Drigg, Cumbria, CA19 1XW
8.01 Miles
Ravenglass For Eskdale
Station Hill, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SW
8.19 Miles
Sellafield
Station Road, Sellafield, Cumbria, CA20 1RG
8.34 Miles
Seascale
Gosforth Road, Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1QL
8.77 Miles
Braystones
[Pathway, Off Un-Named Lane Between, Braystones, Cumbria, CA21 2YW
10.05 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Sue's Taxi
01946 817047
Brackenridge, Cleator, Cumbria, CA23 3EA
9.81 Miles
Merrett's Taxis
01946 815555
27 Market Pl, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2AG
9.87 Miles
Sterling Cabs
01946 823000
63 Main St, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2DB
9.90 Miles
Downton Travel Ltd
01946 820137
33 Ashley Way Queensgate, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2JT
10.24 Miles
Ginger Minicabs
01946 815811
23 Jacktrees Rd, Cleator Moor, Cumbria, CA25 5BD
10.37 Miles
Door 2 Door Taxis
01946 66123
54 Leconfield Street, Cleator Moor, Cumbria, CA25 5BT
10.59 Miles
Bigrigg Cabs
01946 810024
Croftlands, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2UX
10.79 Miles
Grasmere Taxi Services
015394 35506
2 Benfield, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9RD
10.90 Miles
Davies Taxis
017687 72676
25 Helvellyn St, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4EN
11.97 Miles
Keswick Taxis
017687 75585
Unit 2 High Hill, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5LU
11.98 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Seascale Health Centre
01946 728101
Seascale Health Centre
Gosforth Road
Seascale
Cumbria
CA20 1PN
Westcroft House Surgery
01946 820348
Westcroft House Surgery
66 Main Street
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2DB
Copeland Pcn Services Hub
01946 820348
Westcroft House Surgery
66 Main Street
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2DB
Fellview Healthcare
01946 820203
Beech House Surgery
St Bridget's Lane
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2BD
Griffin Close
Griffin Close Medical Centre
Griffin Close
Frizington
Cumbria
CA26 3SH
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Local Stores

Seascale - Gosforth Road
Gosforth Road
Seascale
Cumbria
CA20 1PR
01946 729142
Store Website
8.63 miles
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SPAR Holmrook
Esso Service Station
A595 Holmrook
Holmrook
CA19 1YG
01946724247
Store Website
7.1 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
66A Main Street
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2DB
01946 820513
vets@millcroftvets.co.uk
Website
9.87 miles
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West Lakeland Veterinary Group
55 Main Street
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2DB
01946 820312
westlakelandvets@gmail.com
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9.87 miles
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Galemire Vets Limited
Galemire
Cleator Moor
Cumbria
CA25 5QX
01946 810295
vets@galemirevets.co.uk
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11.30 miles
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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Millcroft Veterinary Surgery
Southey Industrial Estate
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5NR
01768 772590
vets@millcroftvets.co.uk
Website
12.11 miles
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The Vet Whitehaven
Egremont Road
Whitehaven
Cumbria
CA28 8NH
hello@thevetwhitehaven.co.uk
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12.49 miles
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Mckinney Veterinary Practice Ltd
East View
Church Street
Broughton-In-Furness
Cumbria
LA20 6HJ
01229 716230
brownemckinney@aol.com
12.50 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Buttermere
A Dog Friendly Circular Walk Around Buttermere, In The Lake District. Follow The Perimeter Of The Lake, Passing By Some Woodland And Farmland.
CA13 9XA
6.02 miles

From Keswick, Take The Honister Pass (B5289) Signposted To Buttermere.
Great Langdale Valley
A Circular Walk Taking In Part Of The Cumbria Way Towards Chapel Stile And Back Along The Centre Of The Valley With Stunning Scenery Of The Langdale Pikes.
LA22 9JU
7.98 miles

From Ambleside, Follow Signs For Coniston On The A593. Continue On The B5343 Following Signs For Great Langdale. Pass Through Chapel Stile And Continue On The Road For 3-4 Miles.
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Elterwater
Elterwater Is A Lovely, Small Village With Fantastic Scenery. This Walk Partly Runs Alongside The River Brathay And Is Surrounded By Woodland And Views Of The Hills As You Reach The Top Of The Valley.
LA22 9HU
10.20 miles

From Ambleside, Take The A593 To Clappersgate And Then Follow The Signs For Elterwater On The B5343. Once You Reach The Village, Turn Left Just Before The Britannia Inn And Reach The National Trust Car Park.
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Coniston (Coppermines Valley)
This Walk, Starting From The Village Of Coniston, Takes You Up Into The Spectacular Coppermines Valley And Takes In The Copper Heart Stone And Working Waterwheel.
LA21 8EH
10.51 miles

Head Into Coniston On The A593. Once In The Village, Take The B5285 To The Ruskin Avenue Car Park.
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Easedale Tarn
Easedale Tarn Is A Tarn In The Centre Of The Lake District, About Two Miles West Of The Village Of Grasmere. On This Walk, You Will Experience Stunning Scenery. The Walk Consists Of A Gradual Hill For Some Of It, But Has Rewarding Views On A Clear Day.
LA22 9TA
10.73 miles

From Ambleside, Take The A591 Towards Keswick And Follow The Signs For Grasmere. Turn Onto The B5287. There Is A Car Park Down A Left Turn (Signposted) Called Broadgate Meadow.
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Noble Knott
A Short, Circular Forest Walk With Plenty Of Woodland And Streams To Enjoy.
CA12 5TW
11.17 miles

From Keswick, Take The A66 Toward Cockermouth. Follow Signs For Braithwaite On The B5292/Whinlatter Pass. Head Through Braithwaite And On To Noble Knott Car Park On Your Left (Identified By A Green Signpost On The Road), Just Following A Lay-By To Your Right.
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