Gorges · North West England
Vale of Eden
In or near Great Salkeld.
Vale of Eden — a gorge in scotland lowlands.
Christine Johnstone — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Langwathby · 0.7 km
About
A British gorge — a narrow, steep-sided valley typically carved by a river through resistant limestone or sandstone country.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Pennines
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Vale of Eden is a gorge located in the Scottish Lowlands. This area is characterised by its dramatic landscapes and geological features formed by glacial activity. The gorge offers opportunities for walking and observing the natural environment. Visitors can expect a blend of scenic views and rugged terrain typical of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 54.7000, -2.6667
- District
- Westmorland and Furness
- Parish
- Langwathby
- Postcode
- CA10 1FS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Penrith and Solway
- Nearest railway station
- Langwathby — 0.7 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-2650247 (CC BY 4.0)
Other places nearby
Langwathby
Historic pubs · 0.5 km
Settle-Carlisle Railway
Historic bridges · 0.6 km
Langwathby railway station
Heritage railway stations · 0.7 km
Little Salkeld railway station
Heritage railway stations · 1.6 km
Edenhall War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 1.8 km
Hunsonby
Stone circles · 1.9 km
Little Salkeld
Other places · 1.9 km
The Watermill, Attached House, Barn And Stables
Watermills · 1.9 km
Little Salkeld Flour Mill
Watermills · 2.0 km
St Cuthbert's Church, Edenhall
Historic churches · 2.1 km
Edenhall
Villages · 2.1 km
Bank House Farm
Campsites · 2.1 km
Nearby
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Settle-Carlisle Railway
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📷 4Heritage railway stations · North West England
Langwathby railway station
Langwathby railway station in England North East, United Kingdom.
📷 4Heritage railway stations · North West England
Little Salkeld railway station
Little Salkeld railway station in England North East, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · North West England
Edenhall War Memorial
Edenhall War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 4Where to eat & stay near Vale of Eden
Places to stay
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📷 5Caravan parks · North West England
Melmerby Mill Holiday Caravan Park
Melmerby Mill Holiday Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · North East England
Crossfell Caravan Park
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📷 5Caravan parks · North East England
Melmerby Holiday Park
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📷 5Campsites · North West England
Mains Farm
Mains Farm — a campsite in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Campsites · North West England
Lazonby Pool Campsite
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Places to eat & drink
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📷 7Cafés · North West England
Narrowbar Cafe
Narrowbar Cafe — a café in scotland lowlands.
📷 7Historic pubs · North West England
Two Lions public house and integral stables
Two Lions public house and integral stables in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 6Historic pubs · North West England
Gloucester Arms
Gloucester Arms in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · North West England
Horse And Farrier Inn And Stables
Horse And Farrier Inn And Stables in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Vale of Eden?
- Vale of Eden is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode CA10 1FS), in the parish of Langwathby.
- What is Vale of Eden?
- Vale of Eden — a gorge in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Vale of Eden?
- The nearest railway station is Langwathby, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode CA10 1FS.
- Is Vale of Eden a protected site?
- Yes — Vale of Eden is part of the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the North Pennines National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Vale of Eden?
- The nearest railway station is Langwathby, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA10 1FS.