Kirkby Stephen
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Kings Head Ravenstonedale
Kings Head Ravenstonedale is a hotel and accommodation in Kirkby Stephen, offering guest accommodation and a practical base...
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A traditional market town in the Upper Eden Valley
Kirkby Stephen
Kirkby Stephen is a welcoming market town surrounded by the Upper Eden Valley, Westmorland Dales and Howgills, with strong walking, cycling and railway connections.
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Your guide to Kirkby Stephen
Kirkby Stephen is a welcoming market town surrounded by the Upper Eden Valley, Westmorland Dales and Howgills, with strong walking, cycling and railway connections.
The town’s stone streets, independent shops and parish church serve a wide rural area. Riverside paths and heritage trails introduce a landscape that sits between the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and North Pennines.
Kirkby Stephen is an important stop on the Coast to Coast route and a useful base for quiet fell walks, cycling and trips along the Settle to Carlisle railway. It offers everyday services while retaining a distinct small-town character.
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Kirkby Stephen
Kirkby Stephen
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The Old Croft House
The Old Croft House is a guest house in Kirkby Stephen, offering a more personal accommodation base for a Cumbrian break.
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Practical planning
Make the most of Kirkby Stephen
Quick answers for choosing when to go, shaping your stay and getting there without the guesswork.
Best time to visit
May to September is best for long-distance walking; spring and autumn suit quieter countryside breaks and scenic rail journeys.
Plan it well
Long-distance walkers should reserve accommodation and luggage transfers ahead. Check bus and rail times carefully, as the station is outside town. Carry suitable equipment for Howgill and Pennine routes.
Getting there
The town lies near the A685 and A66. Kirkby Stephen station is on the Settle to Carlisle line but is around one and a half miles from the centre. Local buses are limited.
Guide checked and reviewed July 2026Local details can change, so check live travel and opening information before setting off.