Gearstones

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Bridge over Gayle Beck. This bridge carries the Dales Way over Gayle Beck. It replaces an earlier footbridge - a long narrow structure only negotiable to pedestrians. This substantial piece of carpentry needs to withstand the passage of heavy laden logging trucks, to allow access from the forest plantations on Cam Fell and Greenfield onto the B6255. In the process this excellent portion of the Dales Way has been ruined - will it ever be restored to its former glory once the trees have all been removed? The Pennine Bridleway has also been channelled this way.
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Bridge over Gayle Beck. This bridge carries the Dales Way over Gayle Beck. It replaces an earlier footbridge - a long narrow structure only negotiable to pedestrians. This substantial piece of carpentry needs to withstand the passage of heavy laden logging trucks, to allow access from the forest plantations on Cam Fell and Greenfield onto the B6255. In the process this excellent portion of the Dales Way has been ruined - will it ever be restored to its former glory once the trees have all been removed? The Pennine Bridleway has also been channelled this way.
Photo by Chris Heaton (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Gayle Beck near Far Gearstones
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Winshaw A farm near Ribblehead.
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Dales Way Footbridge and ford across Gayle Beck. The ford is in the civil parish of Horton in Ribblesdale, although geographically nearer Ribblehead than Horton.
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Riverside Hotel

Riverside Hotel

3 out of 5
Beezon Road Kendal England
The price is AED 411 per night from Apr 10 to Apr 11
AED 411
AED 493 total
10 Apr - 11 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kendal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Great room, excellent bed & bedding. Bathroom well equipped with plenty of hot water. Parking was included & close by. Staff very welcoming & accommodating. Lovely evening meal in the restaurant. Our steaks were cooked to perfection & the whole meal delicious. Only thing to let the hotel down was ...

Reviewed on 9 March 2026

Riverside Hotel
Pine Lake Resort

Pine Lake Resort

4 out of 5
Dock Acres Carnforth England
The price is AED 259 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
AED 259
AED 310 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Carnforth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,451 reviews)
Lovely clean room and had everything you needed. Staff friendly will definitely go back sometime

Reviewed on 10 March 2026

Pine Lake Resort
The Lakeland Kendal Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by BW

The Lakeland Kendal Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by BW

3 out of 5
Station Road Kendal England
The price is AED 226 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
AED 226
AED 271 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kendal. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kendal Museum and The Quaker Tapestry ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (244 reviews)
Spacious rooms

Reviewed on 7 March 2026

The Lakeland Kendal Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by BW
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Pine Lake Resort

Pine Lake Resort

4 out of 5
Dock Acres Carnforth England
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Carnforth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,451 reviews)
Lovely clean room and had everything you needed. Staff friendly will definitely go back sometime

Reviewed on 10 March 2026

Pine Lake Resort
Tucked Away Cottage, Beautiful cottage in central Grassington with parking

Tucked Away Cottage, Beautiful cottage in central Grassington with parking

Grassington ENG
Stay at this cottage in Skipton. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Kilnsey Park Estate and Grimwith Reservoir are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (169 reviews)
Tucked Away Cottage was fantastic in every way. Very tastefully furnished, immaculately clean and perfectly located. We’ve been using self catering accommodation since 1999 and this was probably the best place we’ve stayed at. The hosts were very helpful and provided enough basics to get you started ...

Reviewed on 20 February 2026

Tucked Away Cottage, Beautiful cottage in central Grassington with parking
Charming Detached Completely Private Stone Built Open Plan Cosy Retreat For 2

Charming Detached Completely Private Stone Built Open Plan Cosy Retreat For 2

lancaster ENG
Stay at this cottage in Lancaster. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Bentham Golf Club and The Ingleton Waterfalls Trail are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (185 reviews)
Bathroom not suitable, picture on advert needs updating to show true size not just the top of the toilet, cottage fine no problems

Reviewed on 27 February 2026

Charming Detached Completely Private Stone Built Open Plan Cosy Retreat For 2
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Popular places to visit

Some of the lovely bluebells and fern to be seen on the trail.

The Ingleton Waterfalls Trail

You can take time to visit The Ingleton Waterfalls Trail during your travels to Thornton in Lonsdale. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

The Ingleton Waterfalls Trail
The Viaduct with a cargo train going over. #LifeatExpedia

Ribblehead Viaduct

Learn about the local history of Ingleton with a stop at Ribblehead Viaduct. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the lively bars.

Ribblehead Viaduct
Dawn is a favourite time of mine especially in spring when the sun hits the water creating a mist. On this morning these 3 Mute Swans lined up beautifully for the perfect scene of tranquility. #wildlife #nature #swans #dawn #daybreak #birds

Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve, a lovely green space in Silverdale. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve

The Enchanted Chocolate Mine

Enjoy an outing to The Enchanted Chocolate Mine during your stay in Kirkby Lonsdale. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

The Enchanted Chocolate Mine

Ingleborough National Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Ingleborough National Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Ingleton. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Ingleborough National Nature Reserve

White Scar Caves

Explore the great outdoors at White Scar Caves, a lovely green space in Ingleton. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the lively bars.

White Scar Caves