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Surrounding YHA Eskdale is a region renowned for its outstanding natural beauty, the Lake District. The immediate vicinity offers a multitude of hiking trails and outdoor activities, with a range of difficulty levels to suit all abilities. Walkers can tackle England's highest peak, Scafell Pike, or opt for a more leisurely stroll around one of the many nearby lakes such as Wastwater, England’s deepest lake. The area also offers opportunities for rock climbing, mountain biking, and fishing. For those interested in history, a short hike away is the Hardknott Roman Fort, one of the most remote forts in the Roman Empire. The charming village of Eskdale itself is worth exploring, with traditional pubs, charming tea rooms, and the famous Ravenglass and Eskdale steam railway, often referred to as La’al Ratty. Furthermore, the hostel is a short drive from notable attractions such as the historic Muncaster Castle, with its beautiful gardens and famed World Owl Trust. For those seeking a combination of outdoor pursuits, cultural exploration, and serene relaxation, YHA Eskdale offers an excellent base.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 287 feet / 87.4 metres above sea level
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Shower or Bath
Meals Available
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV
Children Welcome
Open All Year
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International Airports
Local Airports
Barrow/Walney Island Airport Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria
LA14 3YS
18.9 miles Carlisle Lake District Airport
Carlisle Cumbria
CA6 4NW
41.4 miles
Motorways
M6 Junction 36 Skipton, Kirkby Lonsdale east & Barrow, Kendal west
23.9 miles M6 Junction 39
Keld
24.9 miles M6 Junction 37
Kendal, Sedbergh
25.3 miles
Railway Stations
Ravenglass for Eskdale station code = RAV
CA18 1SJ
7.4 miles Drigg
station code = DRI
CA19 1XR
8.2 miles
Ferry Ports
Attractions & places to see near this Hostel
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Eskdale Mill -
CA19 1TG
NY 17651 01032
= germinate.packing.pasting Hotels nearby. 17 minutes walk
CA19 1TG
NY 17651 01032
= germinate.packing.pasting Hotels nearby.
The Eskdale Mill still contains its historic working machinery
1.2m / 1.9km -
Hard Knott -
CA19 1TH
NY 23298 02372
= softest.acids.homecare Hotels nearby.
2.5m / 4km - 37 minutes walk
CA19 1TH
NY 23298 02372
= softest.acids.homecare Hotels nearby.
A fell in the towards the western part of the Lake District , part of the Scafell Pike range. There is a Roman fort and a mountain pass names after the fell nearby
Elevation = 549 Meters / 1801.2 Feet2.5m / 4km -
Hardknott Roman Fort -
CA19 1TH
NY 21848 01427
= bend.depth.apple Hotels nearby.
1.5m / 2.4km - 22 minutes walk
CA19 1TH
NY 21848 01427
= bend.depth.apple Hotels nearby.
The remains and foundations of a roman fort in the isolated location to the side of Hard Knott Pass - The walls are still clearly visible, entry is free and set in stunning scenery
1.5m / 2.4km -
Scafell -
NY206064 Hotels nearby.
Elevation = 964 Meters / 3162.7 Feet
3.4m / 5.5km - 51 minutes walk
NY206064 Hotels nearby.
3.4m / 5.5km -
Stanley Ghyll Force Waterfall -
CA19 1TF
SD 17404 99876
= finer.springing.clenching Hotels nearby. 23 minutes walk
CA19 1TF
SD 17404 99876
= finer.springing.clenching Hotels nearby.
A dramatic 60 foot waterfall in a deep narrow gorge, accessed by a good walk from Dalegarth Station (Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway) or from a nearer car park if driving
1.5m / 2.4km -
Devoke Water -
LA20 6DY
SD 15713 96959
= videos.duke.passport Hotels nearby.
3.5m / 5.6km - 52 minutes walk
LA20 6DY
SD 15713 96959
= videos.duke.passport Hotels nearby.
The Largest Tarn in the Lake District( small mountain lake) located at an altitude of approximately 235 metres (770 feet) unusually it appears close to the highest surrounding elevation yet still manages to accumulate water
Elevation = 235 Meters / 771 Feet3.5m / 5.6km -
Hardknott Pass -
LA20 6EQ
NY 22970 01455
= capers.deeply.amicably Hotels nearby. 32 minutes walk
LA20 6EQ
NY 22970 01455
= capers.deeply.amicably Hotels nearby.
A mountain pass with spectacular views, jointly holding the title of the steepest in England with a maximum gradient of 1 in 3 with twists and turns & hairpin bends as in winds through spectacular mountain fell countryside.- Single track with passing places
2.2m / 3.5km -
Wast Water -
CA20 1EU
NY 16321 06059
= recital.twee.report Hotels nearby. 55 minutes walk
CA20 1EU
NY 16321 06059
= recital.twee.report Hotels nearby.
Located in the Western Fells with Scafell Pike within view. The Lake is the deepest in England, formed by glaciation, a lesser frequented lake with outstanding fell views in all directions
3.7m / 6km -
Dunnerdale Forest -
LA20 6EF
SD 22932 99420
= resonates.full.blushes Hotels nearby. 35 minutes walk
LA20 6EF
SD 22932 99420
= resonates.full.blushes Hotels nearby.
An area renowned for good walks with the River Duddon running though it, located west of Seathwaite Tarn
2.4m / 3.9km -
Broadcrag Tarn -
CA19 1TH
NY 21308 06909
= wobbling.wins.motorist Hotels nearby.
3.8m / 6.1km - 57 minutes walk
CA19 1TH
NY 21308 06909
= wobbling.wins.motorist Hotels nearby.
A quite small tarn but notable as the highest tarn (mountain lake) in the Lake District close to the summit of Scafell Pike, the tarn is at an approximate elevation of 2,700 feet
Elevation = 820 Meters / 2690.3 Feet3.8m / 6.1km -
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Forest How Guest House - Eskdale - 3.68
Seathwaite Tarn Bed and Breakfast - Broughton In Furness - 3.75
YHA Wasdale Hall - Seascale - 3.76
Bower House Inn - Eskdale - 4.00
Strands Hotel Screes Inn & Micro Brewery - Nether Wasdale - 4.77
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