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Finding your destination 

 

Address: Low Birker Farm, Boot, Eskdale Valley, Holmrook, Cumbria

Post Code: CA19 1TH

Location Coordinates: WGS84 54.392040.-3.253166

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We find ourselves situated on the western flank of the famous Hardknott Pass, known for its status as England's steepest road, boasting a daunting gradient of 30% along with numerous hairpin turns. While standard car navigation systems might suggest this route due to its shorter distance, we strongly advise against it for your journey here. Despite the breath-taking scenery and the historic Hardknott Fort crowning its summit, the road poses considerable challenges. Instead, we recommend a leisurely visit to this remarkable site during your stay. 

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Important Notes

  • Access via a winding, rugged track and Grade II Doctor Bridge (3 meters wide, steep, with tight turns). Unsuitable for caravans and very long or very low vehicles.

 

Below are the routes we suggest for your convenience.

Traveling from the South

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Traveling From the North

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  1. Head north on the M6 motorway and exit at Junction 36.

  2. Keep left and follow the A590 signed to Barrow (Mostly on dual carriageway. Please watch out for speed cameras).

  3. Carry on for approx. 9 miles following the signs for A590 Barrow and Newby Bridge. At Meathropp roundabout continue on A590 for approx. 11 miles.

  4. At Greenodd rounabout take the 2nd exit to A5092 (A595) Workington and Whitehaven. Stay on this road for about 11.5 miles and look for the sign to Ulpha and Seathwaite on your right. (You will pass Duddon Bridge, marked by permanent traffic lights).

  5. Follow the sign to Ulpha for about 3.7 miles, you will see a sign for Eskdale and Whitehaven.Note that the roads become narrower, steeper, and bendy from this point onward.  

  6. Follow the road over the fells for about 6.5 miles, cross stone bridges and cattle grids, until you see the King George IV pub on your front left, take the right turn to Boot and Eskdale.

  7. Stay on this stone walled country road for approx. 3 miles until you see a sign for Penny Hill Farm on your right, turn right and follow the track for about 200 meters, cross Doctor Bridge, and then take a sharp right turn. Follow the track for another 200 meters until you see the house.

  8. There’s a spacious car park in front of the house. Park your vehicle and come inside. (Please drive carefully because this track can be rocky and uneven). 

  1. Head south on the M6 motorway and exit at Junction 40.

  2. Take the A66, following signs for Cockermouth. Drive for approx. 29.4 miles until reaching the outskirts of Cockermouth. 

  3. Look for the sign to A5086 Egremont.

  4. Follow this road for about 15 miles until approaching Egremont. Then follow the sign for A595 Barrow and continue for 10.5 miles. You will pass a petrol station on your right.

  5. After the petrol station, follow the sign for Santon Bridge and Eskdale Green.

  6. Now you are on Cumbrian country roads, mostly single track with passing places. Please drive carefully towards Eskdale Green. 

  7. After passing through Eskdale Green village, you will the King George IV pub on your right. Take the left turn signed to Boot and Eskdale.

  8. Stay on this stone walled country road for approx. 3 miles until you see a sign for Penny Hill Farm on your right, turn right and follow the track for about 200 meters, cross Doctor Bridge, and then take a sharp right turn. Follow the track for another 200 meters until you see the house.

  9. There's a spacious car park in front of the house. Park your vehicle and come inside. (Please drive carefully because this track can be rocky and uneven). 

Travel by Train

 

The closest main train station is Whitehaven, from there, you can catch the reginal line from Whitehaven to Eskdale (Dalegarth, not Eskdale Green stop) via Ravenglass. It is about 30 minutes walking from there to our guesthouse.

Travel by Airplane 

  • Arrive at Edinburgh Airport

      3 hours and 21 minutes

 

  • Arrive at Manchester Airport

      2 hours and 25 minutes

 

  • Arrive at Liverpool John Lennon Airport

      2 hours and 31 minutes

 

If you need airport pick up, we can arrange it for you. 

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We wish you a smooth and pleasant journey. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

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