Boredale

Valley in Westmorland Eden

England

Boredale

Howe Grain Beck, near Bridge End One of the tributaries of Sandwick Beck. — Howe Grain Beck, near Bridge End Credit: Christine Johnstone

Boredale, located in the county of Westmorland in the northwestern region of England, is a picturesque valley renowned for its natural beauty and tranquil surroundings. Nestled amidst the stunning Lake District National Park, Boredale offers visitors a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The valley is characterized by its rolling hills, lush green meadows, and crystal-clear streams that flow through its heart. It is surrounded by towering peaks, including Place Fell and Beda Fell, which add to the valley's dramatic landscape. Boredale is also home to a number of small tarns, such as Angletarn and Brotherswater, which dot the landscape and provide a reflective mirror to the surrounding scenery.

The valley is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering an array of activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing. The renowned Coast to Coast Walk, which traverses the width of northern England, passes through Boredale, providing walkers with breathtaking views of the valley and the surrounding mountains.

Boredale is sparsely populated, with only a handful of houses and farms dotting the landscape. The tranquility of the valley is further enhanced by the absence of major roads or tourist amenities, allowing visitors to truly disconnect from the outside world and immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.

In conclusion, Boredale is a hidden gem in Westmorland, offering visitors a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Lake District National Park. Its stunning natural scenery, outdoor activities, and serene ambiance make it a must-visit destination for those seeking solace and rejuvenation in the lap of nature.

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Boredale Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.555195/-2.8925336 or Grid Reference NY4218. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Howe Grain Beck, near Bridge End

One of the tributaries of Sandwick Beck.

Christine Johnstone

Security at Sandwick

Solid gates, high walls and CCTV.

Christine Johnstone

Sandwick Bay, Ullswater

Looking from the east shore to the west.

Christine Johnstone

Martindale, from the north-east

The distant farm is Thrang Crag.

Christine Johnstone

Winter Crag, Martindale

The name of both the farm and the rocky outcrops behind it.

Christine Johnstone

The Rack, descending towards Ullswater

A public footpath on the south-east flank of Hallin Fell.

Christine Johnstone

The south-east flank of Hallin Fell

A popular 'Wainwright'.

Christine Johnstone

Admiring the view from the top of the Howtown hairpins

Couple sitting on one of the many rocky outcrops on the northern perimeter of the Coombs.

Christine Johnstone

Tree planting at the Coombs

A pine sapling among the rocky outcrops.

Christine Johnstone

Abandoned field, below Birkie Knott, Martindale

The roughly rectangular field is shown on the earliest large-scale OS map, surveyed in 1860.

Christine Johnstone

Beda Fell

Low Brock Crags

DrewBull

The Lodge.

Taken from Birkie knott.

steven ruffles

Sandwick from Gowbarrow

A view across Ullswater from the mighty heights of Gowbarrow fell. On the opposite shore, Sandwick lies at the junction of Martindale and Boredale separated by the ridge of Beda Fell. Patches of snow on Rampsgill Head. Martindale once boasted a public house, the Star Inn, now a farm called Cotehow. Dorothy Wordsworth recalls dining here with her brother on the 29th December 1801. She writes they had porridge with a second course of Christmas pies. In fact the Wordsworths made several journeys to Martindale, one time arriving by boat at Sandwick Bay and walking from there: “… a beautiful summer path, at first though a copse by the Lake-side, then through green fields. The Village and brook very pretty, shut out from mountains and lake.” For sources see my blog Link