Welcome to Swindale Beck

Swindale Beck is a small river that flows through the Swindale Valley in Cumbria, England. The valley is located in the eastern part of the Lake District National Park and is known for its stunning natural beauty. The river is a popular spot for fishing, with brown trout and grayling being the most common catches. The surrounding area is also popular for hiking and walking, with several trails leading through the valley and up into the surrounding hills.

The Swindale Valley is a remote and peaceful area, with few signs of human habitation. The river flows through a narrow gorge, with steep cliffs rising up on either side. The valley is home to a variety of wildlife, including red squirrels, otters, and a wide range of bird species. The area is also known for its wildflowers, with several rare species growing in the valley.

Swindale Beck is an important part of the local ecosystem, providing a vital source of water for the surrounding area. The river is fed by several small streams and springs, which flow down from the surrounding hills. The water is crystal clear and is home to a variety of aquatic plants and animals. The river is also an important spawning ground for salmon and sea trout, which migrate up the river from the nearby coast. Overall, Swindale Beck is a beautiful and important part of the Cumbrian landscape, and is well worth a visit for anyone interested in nature and the outdoors.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Shap Endowed C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Katie Chappell
Shap
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3NL
01931716274
School Website
Lowther Endowed School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Carla Tickner
Hackthorpe
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 2HT
01931712344
School Website
Crosby Ravensworth C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Duncan Priestley
Crosby Ravensworth
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3JJ
01931715265
School Website
Patterdale C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Nicola Steels
Patterdale
Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 0NL
01768482383
School Website
Orton C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Emma Pomfret
Orton
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3RG
01539624268
School Website
Morland Area C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Louise Donnelly-Stott
Morland
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3AT
01931714668
School Website
Tebay Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Ms Helen Wright (Interim Head)
Tebay
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3XB
Selside Endowed C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr June Lowther
Selside
Kendal
Cumbria
LA8 9LB
01539823649
School Website
Clifton Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Nick Page
Clifton
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 2EG
01768868817
School Website
Yanwath Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Cate Floyd
Yanwath
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 2LA
1768840739
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Staveley
Station Road, Staveley, Cumbria, LA8 9NG
9.52 Miles
Windermere
Station Precinct, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AH
10.54 Miles
Burneside
Station Road, Burneside, Cumbria, LA9 6RD
10.54 Miles
Penrith
Ullswater Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7JQ
10.73 Miles
Appleby
Clifford Street, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6TT
12.09 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
M And A Private Hire Glenridding
017684 82372
1 The Headlands, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0QA
8.19 Miles
Billys Taxi Service
015394 31287
28 Kirkfield Rise, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DX
9.42 Miles
Ambleside Taxis
015394 33842
16 Kirkfield, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9HA
9.51 Miles
Kevin's Taxis
015394 32371
Croftlands/Knott St, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0EB
9.86 Miles
First Class Limos
01768 891111
30 Clifford Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8PP
10.18 Miles
Pro-Limos
01768 891111
30 Clifford Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8PP
10.18 Miles
A2b Taxis
07901 788949
7 Wetheriggs Rise, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7ET
10.55 Miles
Lakes Taxis
015394 46777
Unit 5/Victoria St, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AD
10.59 Miles
A1 Acclaim Taxis
01768 866842
1 Castle Terrace, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7DW
10.67 Miles
Bain's Taxis
01768 866633
24 Carleton Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8JN
10.69 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

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Denny Hill D
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Rosgill D
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Bampton Grange D
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Bampton D
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Greyhound Inn D
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Gayle Avenue Shap D
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Shap North End D
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Butterwick D
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Knipe D
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Shap Medical Practice
01931 716230
Shap Health Centre
Peggy Nut Croft, Shap
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3LW
Dr Dunning - Orton Surgery
Orton Surgery
Market Hall
Orton
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3RQ
Glenridding Health Centre
01768 482297
Glenridding Health Centre
Glenridding
Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 0PD
Dr Burns P & Partners
Staveley Surgery
9 Crook Road
Staveley
Kendal
Cumbria
LA8 9NG
Ambleside Health Centre
01539 432693
Ambleside Health Centre
Rydal Road
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 9BP
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Local Stores

Shap
Main Street
Shap
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3NE
01931 716202
Store Website
3.71 miles
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SPAR Staveley
51-53
Main Street
Staveley
Kendal
LA8 9LN
01539 821423
Store Website
9.3 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Tarn Farm Vets
Ground Floor Office, Unit 3
J39 Green Farm Business Park
Shap
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3PW
01931 716024
bencowvet@gmail.com
Website
3.70 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Oakhill Veterinary Group
1 Church Street
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0BU
01539 432631
9.75 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Veterinary Vision Ltd
Signal House
Gillan Way
Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 9BP
01768 877255
info@veterinaryvision.co.uk
Website
10.28 miles
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Disabled public access

Client car park

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Paragon Veterinary Group
Townhead Veterinary Centre
Townhead Farm
Newbiggin, Stainton
Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 0HT
017684 83789
townhead@paragonvet.com
Website
10.62 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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The Sheep Centre
D &Amp; C Fawcett Ltd
Hoghouse Hill Road
Newbiggin, Stainton
Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 0GN
01768 890935
enquiries@sheepbreeding.co.uk
Website
10.67 miles
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Vets4pets Penrith Ltd
Inside Pets At Home, Unit 6
Castle Retail Park
Ullswater Rd
Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 7JQ
01768 866 540
penrith@vets4pets.com
Website
10.72 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Local Dog Walks

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
9.71 miles

From Ableside, Take The A591 Towards Grasmere And Turn Left To Follow The Sign For Rydal Hall.
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Skelghyll Woods
A Walk Through Woodlands, With Views Over Lake Windermere.
LA22 0DH
9.83 miles

From Ambleside, Take The A591 Towards Windermere. Turn Into The Car Park On The Edge Of Ambleside, On The Left Next To The Fisherbeck Hotel.
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Holcombe Hill
The Walk Starts From A Public Footpath Opposite A Free Carpark Down From The Shoulder Of Mutton Pub. The Path Leads To A Cobbled Road, Take A Right And Then A Left To Go Up The Hill. There Is A Open Flat Incline Path For Wheel Chairs And Prams Etc. At The Top Of The Hill Is Peel Tower, On Some Days You Can Go Up It. Otherwise At The Top Is Marshy And Can Be Windy And Damp. Beautiful Heather And Scenery To Be Enjoyed. Approx An Hour And Half Walk.
Fir Bank
Skirsgill Ln
Eamont Bridge
Penrith
CA10 2BQ
10.04 miles

300 Yards Down From Shoulder Of Mutton Theres Is A Small Car Park . On The Other Side Of The Road There Is A Public Footpath That Leads To A Cobble Road. Follow Up The Hill.
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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
10.60 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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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
11.12 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
12.33 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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Weather Forecast

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