Links to local websites

Cumbria railways
The Cumbria Railways website is dedicated to the lost railways of Northern Cumbria which have all closed during the last century. Contains information on the line that used to go through Ravenstonedale parish.

Cumbria Tourist Board
Official website of the Cumbria Tourist Board describing the delights of the nearby Lake District etc.

Dales and Vales Accommodation Directory
All types of accommodation in Scotland and Northern England, Great Britain.

Howgills
This Walking Britain series contains lots of information on the Howgills, near Ravenstonedale.

Kirkby Stephen
Kirkby Stephen is the nearest market town to Ravenstonedale. It is about 4 miles away.

Kirkby Stephen Golf Course
A nine-hole course set in the beautiful Eden Valley between the historic market town of Kirkby Stephen and the neighbouring village of Soulby.

Mallerstang
A comprehensive look at Mallerstang, a beautiful valley, just to the east of Ravenstonedale.

Mallerstang
Contains nice pictures of Mallerstang.

Settle-Carlisle Railway
Contains timetables for the Settle-Carlisle railway. Nearest station to Ravenstonedale is Kirkby Stephen, about 3 miles away. This 72 mile line is reputedly the most scenic section of railway in the UK and it is right on our doorstep.