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Where the Lakes meet the Dales
Walking
Little Winder is a fantastic base for walkers with easy access to deserted hills and quiet river valleys. Wainwright described the Howgills as 'sleeping elephants'. We can recommend many walks to suit all from the doorstep. Sedbergh is also on the route of The Dales Way an 80 mile route from Ilkely to Bowness-on-Windermere. Yorkshires Three Peaks are easily accessed from Sedbergh.
Photo credit: Ann Middlemiss
Wild Swimming & Paddling
The area in and round Sedbergh provides wild swimmers with some of the best swimming locations in the entire UK. Whether a river swim, a pool beneath one of the areas stunning waterfalls. Uldale Force (often on the TV) is just up the road but there is plenty in walking distance of the cottage too. Cautley Spout - England's highest cascade waterfall makes for an impressive visit.
Photo credit: The Dales Dipper www.thedalesdipper.co.uk
Cycling
Off road or on quiet country roads we have plenty of suggestions. Check out the Bowderdale Classic, Buttertubs Pass or even the 196 mile circular Lakes & Dales Loop. Sedbergh is also on the Walney to Wear or Whitby Cycle Route and Penine Cycleway. The Yorkshire Dales Cycleway also loops through Sedbegh. Head north along Lune Gorge to Orton (circular 42km) or south to Kirkby Lonsdale and back (39 km). Off-road Mountain Bike Rider magazine rated the Howgills loop as one of their top 20 in the UK. Bikes can be hired locally and guided rides are a possibility. Photo credit: Steve Cooling
Fishing
Anglers are well served. Rivers include the River Lune, the River Rawthey and its two tributaries, the River Dee and the River Clough.
If river conditions prove too difficult, you could always try some still water fishing at the nearby Killington Lake Reservoir.
Picture credit: Robin Ree
Golf
Ideal for a golf tour there are three golf courses within easy reach. Sedbergh's own, Kirkby Lonsdale (pictured) or Casterton.
Photo credit: Robin Ree
England's Book Town
Sedbergh became England's official book town in 2003 and is dotted with secondhand bookshops. The perfect spot for the avid reader to visit.
Arts & Crafts
It's a lovely walk to the Fairfield Mill and the cafe has a good reputation. In Sedbergh itself there is a craft workshop, silver workshop and weaving studio.
In summer there are regular artisan markets.
Further Afield
The Lake District is an easy drive for a day out. Or explore the coast at Arnside and Silverdale for some spectacular coastal sunsets. The Waterfalls Trail in Ingleton is a must as is their heated outdoor pool.
