Walking
Kirkby Stephen is in the heart of spectacular countryside with miles of footpaths and bridleways and thousands of acres of open access land. There are recognised trails and walks of various lengths...
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In April 2009, Kirkby Stephen became the first town in Cumbria to be awarded Walkers are Welcome status. The new, national Walkers are Welcome (WaW) scheme encourages places which have something...
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The Upper Eden area is also outstanding riding country with a good network of bridleways. There are pony trekking and trail riding facilities available. Stonetrail Horse Riding offers exclusive horse...
View ArticleCycling
The myriad of little lanes around the villages of Eden are wonderful for cycling and the variety of off road routes is endless. A Guide to Cycling in the Upper Eden Valley ia available free of charge...
View ArticleParagliding
The fabulous fells around Kirkby Stephen offer some of the best, uncrowded sites for paragliding in the UK. SunSoar Paragliding Ltd has its UK base for paragliding training in Kirkby Stephen. The...
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A list of places that may be of interest to nature lovers in the Kirkby Stephen area: Acorn Bank Garden & Watermill, Nr. Temple Sowerby Crossbank Nature Reserve, Rear of Fat Lamb Hotel,...
View ArticleGeocaching
Geocaching is growing in popularity and is a great activity for all, combining nature and technology in a fun and family friendly way. New to Geocaching? Geocaches are hidden all over Britain,...
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