YHA Eskdale
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Cycling in Eskdale
Overview
The fantastic Hardknott Pass circuit takes you over one of the highest and hardest cycle passes in Britain, then cycle down the Duddon Valley and return to the hostel via Birker Moor.
What makes it special
- The spectacularly challenging Hardknott Pass
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
Climbing in Coniston
Close by there is skilled scrambling on the famous Pudding Stone - on this large boulder alone there are 30 different challenging routes. Not much further away there are classic climbing and...
Walking and Rambling in Eskdale
If you fancy a challenge then try the high peaks of Scafell, Scafell Pike, Bowfell and Harter Fell just a stone's throw from the hostel door. If you're not feeling quite so adventurous there are some...
Mountain biking in Eskdale
For those with energy to burn, and a certain amount of experience, there is the trickier mountain route into the neighbouring valley of Wasdale and coming back to the hostel by Burnmoor into Wasdale...
Walking and Rambling around Coniston
Routes to the Old Man and Weatherlam start from the front door. From the hostel there are spectacular views across Coniston Water towards Grizedale Forest and the surrounding fells, and it's also a...
Running in Coniston
The fells and trails of the Lake District abound with opportunities to take your running to new heights and achieve euphoria. And where better to base your experience than this remote retreat offering...
Climbing in Langdale
Raven Crag, Gimmer Crag and White Ghyll are just a few of the numerous rock climbing spots which line the Langdale valley floor, providing some of the most spectacular rock routes in the UK - come and...
Mountain Biking around Coniston Holly How
There's low level bridleways with easy wooded terrain for youngsters, while the more adventurous can take on the challenge of Walna Scar Road or the north face trail in Grizedale Forest. If you haven...
Cycling in Coniston Holly How
The circular route around Coniston Water is perfect for easy, relaxing rides. Take on the high altitude buzz of Hardknott and Wrynose passes from the hostel. The Fred Whitton Challenge around lakes...
Coniston village self-guided walking route
A pleasant stroll around the delights of Coniston, including stunning views of the surrounding hills, the picturesque lake, and shops and attractions in the village.
Tarns Hows and Coniston self-guided walking route
A varied and interesting walk including Tarn Hows, a photogenic Site of Special Scientific Interest and lake formed by a dam built in 1865, Monk Coniston grounds and walled garden, with beautiful...
The Old Man of Coniston and Wetherlam self-guided walking route
An exhilarating high-level ridge walk to the summits of The Old Man of Coniston, Brim Fell, Swirl How and Wetherlam. The route offers an insight into the geology of the range and the industrial...
The Ruskin Museum
Exhibition including the Ruskin collection, the copper mines, slate, geology, farming and Donald Campbell's Bluebird. Visit the website
Cathedral Quarry
A network of quarries above Little Langdale - best known for the main chamber, which is 40ft in height and lit by two windows. Visit the Visit Cumbria website Walkers, see the National Trust Hodge...
Eskdale Mill
1 mile The mill with its historic working machinery, is one of the oldest water powered corn mills in England.
Watersports in Coniston
This lovely area is great for water sports, so whatever mode of water transport takes your fancy, take the plunge and enjoy some fun on, or in, the water! Gorge scrambling in Church Beck is on the...
Coniston Boating Centre
To see Coniston Water and the stunning fells hire a motor boat, canoe, rowing boat or sailing boat and explore. Take a break at the Bluebird Café right on the edge of Coniston Water. Visit the website