Situated in upper Eskdale, one of the most tranquil valleys of the Lake District, Woolpack Farm was extensively refurbished and renovated in 2001 to provide a home for the Fox family. A few months later a larger neighbouring farm came up for rent and Mark and Gillian moved from their perfect dream house to a large draughty farm house. Woolpack farm therefore has all the luxuries that make a place, including an aga and underfloor heating!

Eskdale is a wonderful starting point for hundreds of walks, either on the fells or along the banks of the River Esk, which flows from Scafell at the top of the valley down to the estuary at Ravenglass, an old fishing village complete with a ruined Roman bath-house! The river has natural pools for swimming and is a popular place for canoeing and for fishing. The famous Ravenglass & Eskdale Miniature Railway runs along the valley, its steam trains leisurely making the seven mile journey down to the sea.

There are five pubs in the valley, three of which are within walking distance of the cottage, all welcoming children and serving real ales and a wide choice of good food. The village shop and post office, Eskdale Stores, sells a comprehensive range of goods, including groceries, fresh fruit and vegetables, food to go, alcohol and newspapers.

The view from the garden at Woolpack Farm

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