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Ravenstonedale in Cumbria
A picturesque village beneath the Howgills

Ravenstonedale

Ravenstonedale is a beautiful Upper Eden village of stone houses and greens, surrounded by quiet lanes, open fell country and the rounded Howgills.

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Ravenstonedale is a beautiful Upper Eden village of stone houses and greens, surrounded by quiet lanes, open fell country and the rounded Howgills.

The village retains a strong traditional character, with historic buildings, a distinctive church and a landscape shaped by farming. Its setting feels secluded while remaining close to Kirkby Stephen and the routes between the Lakes and Dales.

Ravenstonedale is ideal for walking, cycling, food-focused breaks and exploring the Westmorland Dales. The Howgills, Smardale and Upper Eden provide rewarding alternatives to the busiest Lake District valleys.

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