Gorges · North West England
Borrowdale
In or near Grange in Borrowdale.
Borrowdale — a gorge in england north east.
Ian Taylor — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
About
A British gorge — a narrow, steep-sided valley typically carved by a river through resistant limestone or sandstone country.
Photo gallery
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Buttermere Fells SSSI
- National Nature Reserve: BORROWDALE RAINFOREST
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Borrowdale is a gorge located in North-East England. It is known for its dramatic landscapes and geological features. The area attracts walkers and nature enthusiasts, offering various trails that showcase the natural beauty of the region. The gorge is characterised by steep cliffs and a winding river, making it a notable site for outdoor activities.
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- Coordinates
- 54.5333, -3.1667
- District
- Cumberland
- Parish
- Borrowdale
- Postcode
- CA12 5XA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Penrith and Solway
Sources
- manual: geonames-2655165 (CC BY 4.0)
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Where to eat & stay near Borrowdale
Places to stay
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📷 5Campsites · North West England
Chapel House Farm Campsite
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📷 5Campsites · North West England
Seatoller Farm
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📷 5Caravan parks · North West England
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Places to eat & drink
📷 7Cafés · North West England
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📷 7Historic pubs · North West England
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Borrowdale?
- Borrowdale is in North-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CA12 5XA), in the parish of Borrowdale.
- What is Borrowdale?
- Borrowdale — a gorge in england north east.
- How do I get to Borrowdale?
- Drivers can use postcode CA12 5XA.
- Is Borrowdale a protected site?
- Yes — Borrowdale is part of the River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Buttermere Fells SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Borrowdale?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode CA12 5XA. It sits within the Penrith and Solway parliamentary constituency.