The Northern Fells of the Lake District

High Houses is a great location for exploring the northern Lake District.

We are surrounded by fell and farmland and in the centre of John Peel Country. In fact, he lived 2 miles up the road for most of his life. The area still has close hunting connections. There is a local story of a fox that used to trick the huntsmen and hounds by hiding behind a chimney on the low roof of High Houses.

The Northern Fells are the undiscovered part of the Lake District. You can walk for miles without seeing a soul - superb walks straight from our door.

All of the hills at the back of Skiddaw and Blencathra are within easy reach and there are more gentle walks to be had around the local area.

The view from Binsey summit is one of the best and you can walk it easily from High Houses. Stunning scenery and quiet walks.

Caldbeck, Ireby & Uldale

High Houses is just outside of the ancient market village of Ireby. There's a local pub - the Black Lion and the fantastic Woodlands Country House (superb food in the evening, coffee & cake during the day)

Uldale is within walking distance from the house. Mae's Tea Rooms in the old school during the day. Makes a lovely walk on a warm summer's day or evening.

Picturesque Caldbeck is only 7 miles away with its mining heritage and mills - now long gone  but with a couple of excellent cafés, village shop / post office and other local shops.

It's a lovely run in the car over the Caldbeck Fells to Caldbeck.

Check out the unusual views of Skiddaw from the road.

Keswick, Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite

Keswick is the main market town of the North Lakes (25 minute drive) and is considered the "outdoor capital" of the Lake District. With a multitude of outdoor shops, its the place to buy your outdoor gear.

It also has an excellent supermarket (Booths) as well as loads of great places to eat and drink.

The scenary surrounding is stunning with breathtaking views in all directions.

High Houses is close to Bassenthwaite Lake (5 miles), and the more popular parts of the Lake District, such as Ullswater and Derwentwater, only 25 minutes away. The scenery is always stunning and just waiting to be explored.

Cockermouth and Solway AONB

Cockermouth was made famous in 2009 when it flooded. Now recovered with the shops, pubs and restaurants renovated. Its a great place for shopping in the indivually owned shops, superb restaurants such as Blocks Steakhouse, and traditional pubs such as the Cock & Bull and Bitter End.

It's also home to the birthplace of William Wordsworth at the Wordsworth House and Garden - owned by the National Trust.

We're also near to the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), famous for its stunning sunsets, abundant bird life, beautiful coastline walks and numerous golf courses.

To the south are the historic ports of Maryport and Whitehaven. - well worth a visit.