Caudale

Valley in Westmorland Eden

England

Caudale

Caudale is a picturesque valley located in the county of Westmorland, in the north-west region of England. Nestled within the Lake District National Park, it is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and pristine landscapes. The valley is situated near the village of Troutbeck and is surrounded by majestic mountains, including High Street and Red Screes.

Caudale is characterized by its rolling hills, lush green meadows, and crystal-clear streams that flow through the valley. The area is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, offering numerous opportunities for hiking, walking, and mountain biking. The nearby Caudale Moor is a popular spot for hillwalking, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The valley is also home to several notable landmarks, including the ancient Roman road of High Street, which once connected the forts of Ambleside and Penrith. The remnants of old mining activities can be seen in the form of abandoned mines and quarries, adding to the valley's historical significance.

Caudale is a haven for wildlife, with a diverse range of flora and fauna. It is home to various bird species, including golden eagles, peregrine falcons, and red kites. The valley's rich biodiversity also supports a variety of wildflowers, such as bluebells and orchids, which bloom in abundance during the spring and summer months.

Overall, Caudale, Westmorland, offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat amidst the stunning landscapes of the Lake District.

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Caudale Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.492244/-2.9148594 or Grid Reference NY4011. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cairn on Stony Cove Pike

The summit of Caudale Moor.

steven ruffles

Footpath from Cow Bridge

The conceptualisation of a footpath being "to" or "from" a location depends on the direction of travel of the person doing the describing. Today we had started at Cow Bridge to ascend Fairfield via Dovedale, so this photo looking back qualifies as a "from" Cow Bridge. Equally, it passes Hartsop Hall before heading upwards and these could have been "to" if looking the other way, whilst Brothers' Water is definitely a "past" whichever direction one is walking.

Andy Waddington

Stony Cove Pike

A large summit plateau where it is difficult to work out where the highest point is. This view is east from a cairn which could well mark the summit. Thornthwaite Crag is the next fell, while High Street is behind in shadow.

Bill Boaden

Path on Stony Cove Pike

The eastern end of the summit plateau before a steep descent to Threshthwaite Mouth. Straight ahead is Thornthwaite Crag, on the other side of the pass.

Bill Boaden

Stony Cove Pike

Having climbed up from Threshthwaite Mouth, there is still a further gentle slog to get to the summit of Stony Cove Pike, though the summit is a large plateau.

Bill Boaden

The eastern end of Stony Cove Pike

The eastern end of the summit plateau where it tapers away to the sudden drop down to Threshthwaite Mouth. In the background are some of the fells of the Kentmere Round.

Bill Boaden

The Atkinson Memorial

On Caudale Moor, commemorating the family which used to own the Kirkstone Pass Inn. The Helvellyn range is in the background.

Bill Boaden

Kirkstone Pass, Cumbria

Looking down Kirkstone Pass towards Brothers water

Julie Houldsworth

Footpath from Cow Bridge

The conceptualisation of a footpath being "to" or "from" a location depends on the direction of travel of the person doing the describing. Today we had started at Cow Bridge to ascend Fairfield via Dovedale, so this photo looking back qualifies as a "from" Cow Bridge. Equally, it passes Hartsop Hall before heading upwards and these could have been "to" if looking the other way (as in NY3912 : Footpath to Hartsop Hall). By this point, the path is no longer going "past" Brothers Water, though the wall from the gateway does drop down to the shore of same, at its most southerly point.

Andy Waddington

Footpath to Hartsop Hall

The conceptualisation of a footpath being "to" or "from" a location depends on the direction of travel of the person doing the describing. Today we had started at Cow Bridge to ascend Fairfield via Dovedale, so this photo looking the way we are going counts as a "to". It's destination could equally well have been given as Dovedale, or Dove Crag (seen in the distance), or any of several places off that path (Black Crag was once such, back in my climbing days).

Andy Waddington

Field barn at the foot of Dovedale

The public footpath from Cow Bridge, past Hartsop Hall and on its way to the tops of the Fairfield massif breaks into CROW Access Land just before passing this field barn. The path has, by this time, downgraded from the hard surfaced highway that started out past Brothers Water and has become a more traditional muddy trod, inhabited (and polluted) by cows, so at least one can coem home with boots that look as though they've been somewhere.

Andy Waddington