Internet Access in Ravenstonedale

The Newbiggin-on-Lune (015396 23) exchange was Broadband enabled (2Mbps) on 2nd February 2005 and later upgraded to 8Mbps. However the actual speed achieved is very dependent on where you live in the parish. The further you live from the exchange the slower will be your connection. You can test your broadband speed using the links below. When testing your speed it is probably worth using more than one checker. Remember that your download speed (typically 1.8-5.5Mbps) will be significantly higher than your upload speed (typically 400Kbps).

Broadband Speed Test Sites

broadbandspeedchecker.co.uk
mybroadbandspeed.co.uk
speakeasy.net (Uses servers based in USA, works fine)
thinkbroadband.com (Requires Java applet)
broadbandgenie.co.uk/speedtest (Free to use. Broadband consumer advice website)
broadband-expert.co.uk (Speed test, Comparison of providers)

Free Wireless Access

The Black Swan in Ravenstonedale provides free wireless access for customers. You do not ned to be a resident of the hotel. Just turn up in the bar with your laptop and you are welcome to use this service. Access information is available in the public bar.

Mobile Dongle Access (3G)

December 2009 - As yet there is no 3G signal in Ravenstonedale. Access to the internet via a mobile dongle is therefore very limited with download speeds usually less than dial-up connection speeds.