Welcome to Langstrath Beck

Langstrath Beck is a picturesque valley located in the heart of the Lake District National Park in Cumbria. The valley is surrounded by towering mountains and is home to a variety of wildlife, including red deer, otters, and birds of prey. The beck itself is a fast-flowing river that winds its way through the valley, providing a source of water for the surrounding flora and fauna. Langstrath Beck is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, who come to explore the valley's rugged terrain and take in its stunning natural beauty.

One of the most striking features of Langstrath Beck is its rugged and wild landscape. The valley is home to a number of steep-sided gorges and rocky outcrops, which provide a challenging terrain for hikers and climbers. The beck itself is also a formidable force, with fast-flowing rapids and deep pools that require careful navigation. Despite its challenging terrain, Langstrath Beck is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, who come to test their skills and experience the thrill of exploring one of the Lake District's most rugged and beautiful valleys.

Langstrath Beck is also home to a number of historic landmarks and cultural sites. The valley is dotted with ancient stone circles and standing stones, which are thought to date back to the Bronze Age. These ancient monuments provide a fascinating insight into the history and culture of the Lake District's early inhabitants. In addition to its ancient landmarks, Langstrath Beck is also home to a number of traditional Lakeland farms and villages, which offer a glimpse into the region's rich agricultural heritage. Whether you're interested in history, culture, or outdoor adventure, Langstrath Beck is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Lake District.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Borrowdale C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Ralf Smits
Stonethwaite
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5XG
01768777686
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
Grasmere C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Johanna Goode
Stock Lane
Grasmere
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 9SJ
01539435313
School Website
Coniston C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Danielle Fitzsimons
Shepherd's Bridge
Coniston
Cumbria
LA21 8AL
01539441302
School Website
John Ruskin School
Community School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Peter Blackburn
Lake Road
Coniston
Cumbria
LA21 8EW
01539441306
School Website
Ambleside C Of E Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Carrick
Vicarage Road
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 9DH
01539432181
School Website
St Herberts C Of E Va Primary And Nursery School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Michael Craig
Trinity Way
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 4HZ
01768773017
School Website
Braithwaite C Of E Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jo Laker
Braithwaite
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5TD
01768778356
School Website
Hawkshead Esthwaite Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Carol Sharp
Main Street
Hawkshead
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0NT
01539436354
School Website
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
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Windermere
Station Precinct, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AH
11.82 Miles
Ravenglass For Eskdale
Station Hill, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SW
13.27 Miles
Drigg
Station Road, Drigg, Cumbria, CA19 1XW
13.57 Miles
Sellafield
Station Road, Sellafield, Cumbria, CA20 1RG
14.22 Miles
Seascale
Gosforth Road, Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1QL
14.59 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Grasmere Taxi Services
015394 35506
2 Benfield, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9RD
5.22 Miles
Kevin's Taxis
015394 32371
Croftlands/Knott St, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0EB
7.99 Miles
Ambleside Taxis
015394 33842
16 Kirkfield, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9HA
8.03 Miles
Billys Taxi Service
015394 31287
28 Kirkfield Rise, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DX
8.06 Miles
Davies Taxis
017687 72676
25 Helvellyn St, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4EN
8.75 Miles
Dnk Taxis
017687 74959
25 Coleridge Ct, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5QE
8.98 Miles
Keswick Taxis
017687 75585
Unit 2 High Hill, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5LU
9.03 Miles
Hawkshead Private Hire Taxi
015394 36946
Main Street, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0NT
9.17 Miles
Derwent Taxis
017687 75585
2 Forge Close, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4NX
9.20 Miles
M And A Private Hire Glenridding
017684 82372
1 The Headlands, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0QA
9.30 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Dungeon Ghyll
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Stonethwaite (Sdc)
Collection Today available until:15:30
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Seatoller D
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Smithy Cottages D
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Rosthwaite D
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Ellergarth
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Firgarth
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Wasdale Head D
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Steele Bridge
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Chapel Stile
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Tongue Ghyll
No More Collections Today
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Red Lion Square
Collection Today available until:16:00
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Huntingstile
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Grange D
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White Bridge D
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Grasmere Surgery
015394 32693
1 Field Foot
Grasmere
Cumbria
LA22 9TB
Ambleside Health Centre
01539 432693
Ambleside Health Centre
Rydal Road
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 9BP
Wraysdale House Surgery
01539 441205
Wraysdale House
Coniston
Cumbria
LA21 8ER
Castlehead Medical Centre
01768 772025
Castlehead Medical Centre
Ambleside Road
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 4DB
Hawkshead Surgery
Bragg Field
Hawkshead
Ambleside
LA22 0QW
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Local Stores

Langdale
Chapel Stile
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 9JE
01539 437260
Store Website
4.72 miles
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SPAR Coniston
Hills of Lakeland
Broughton Road
Coniston
LA21 8EN
01539441689
Store Website
7.8 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Oakhill Veterinary Group
1 Church Street
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0BU
01539 432631
8.02 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
9.09 miles
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Oakhill Veterinary Group
Oakhill Veterinary Centre
Lake Road
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 2EQ
01539 488555
vets@oakhillvetgroup.co.uk
Website
11.89 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Mckinney Veterinary Practice Ltd
East View
Church Street
Broughton-In-Furness
Cumbria
LA20 6HJ
01229 716230
brownemckinney@aol.com
13.83 miles
Amenities
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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
66A Main Street
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2DB
01946 820513
vets@millcroftvets.co.uk
Website
15.34 miles
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West Lakeland Veterinary Group
55 Main Street
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2DB
01946 820312
westlakelandvets@gmail.com
Website
15.34 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Local Dog Walks

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
2.90 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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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
5.11 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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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
5.21 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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Grasmere
Grasmere Is One Of The Smaller Lakes In The Lake District And Gives Its Name To The Village Of Grasmere, Which Lies Immediately To The North Of The Lake. This Walk Follows Beside Rivers And Grasmere Lake, Offering Stunning Scenery.
LA22 9SE
6.01 miles

Take The A591 From Ambleside In The Direction Of Keswick. Just After You Pas Through Pydal, Park At White Moss Car Park, Just Off The Left Hand Side Of The Road.
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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
6.70 miles

From Keswick, Take The Honister Pass (B5289) Signposted To Buttermere.
Rydal
A Lovely Linear Walk Which Passes Through The Grounds Of Rydal Hall. The Walk Goes On A Gradual Climb, Offering Views Of Lake Windermere.
LA22 9LX
7.03 miles

From Ableside, Take The A591 Towards Grasmere And Turn Left To Follow The Sign For Rydal Hall.
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