Once again we will be supporting the work of the Samaritans Purse and getting behind their ‘Operation Christmas Child’ Shoe box appeal. ‘A small shoebox can have a big impact. What goes into the box is fun, but what comes out of it is eternal. Be a part of changing children’s lives all over the world in Jesus’ name through the power of a simple gift with Operation Christmas Child. ...

To help you plan your holiday with us, no matter how brief or long it may be, we’re putting together a series of inspirational itineraries based around a theme or stay period, e.g 3 night break. Our first itinerary is for food and drink fans, showcasing the best our area has to offer to tease and tantalise your taste buds. You can sample Yorkshire Dales Gin, Lancashire Cheese or Bowland Beer. Our...

Where to wander this month: Clapham to Austwick via Norber As the winter weather takes it’s toll on the surrounding landscape and the fields get a little boggy, we thought that it would be sensible to send you along a mostly track based walk. Taken from the peopleandthedales.org website, we really do enjoy this route at this time of year. This route from Clapham Village car park to the village of...

Where to wander this month: Devil’s Bridge Wander As the winter weather starts to leave us, here is our first Walk of the Month – on a well surfaced and tarmac route – well it is only March! This 1.5 mile route takes in views of Devil’s Bridge and the River Lune, a visit to Ruskin’s View and meanders through Kirkby Lonsdale’s historic streets. Starting at Devil’s Bridge, just this...

Where to wander this month: Scorton “Priory Trails”. As the winter weather hasn’t quite disappeared yet, we have chosen a set of walks on good terrain, the Scorton Priory Trails. With sections suitable for Trampers, Pushchairs and even Wheelchairs, you can set off on these trails in the knowledge that you won’t lose a welly on route! A 3.2km Circular Trail with two optional extensions, allowing you to take in...

Our New Blog Series will feature a look into the daily life of our staff, giving a different perspective on Riverside Life. Thomas Marshall  – Owner

Where to wander this month: Austwick Circular Walk  (Including Oxenber Bluebell Woods) We have decided to repeat this walk from last year, as the bluebells really are beautiful on this walk, creating a sea of flowers flowing across the grass. This walk is 4.7 miles which will take you approximately 1hr 50mins – unless of course you stop off at Elaines Tearooms for some delicious homemade food as a treat!...

Where to wander this month: Whernside – a walk to the highest point in Yorkshire. With the beautiful weather we’ve been having looking set to continue, we think this is the perfect time to spend a day tackling Whernside – the highest of the Yorkshire Three Peaks. This 7.5 mile loop walk offers spectacular views from the summit of Morecambe Bay & The Lake District, and of course the other two...

Where to wander this month: Ingleborough – from Clapham. Many of you will have tackled Ingleborough whilst staying with us, most likely from The Hill Inn, as per the Three Peaks Route, or maybe from Ingleton. Our Walk of the month for July is a beautiful, less known loop route, starting and ending in the village of Clapham. This route is 10 miles, and gives a long ascent, but you...

Where to wander this month: Pen-y-ghent It would be rude to not complete the set, which is why our walk of the month for August is the last of the Three Peaks, Pen-y-ghent. It may be the shortest of the three, and the easiest to climb, but there are still some scrambles towards the top, so make sure you are dressed suitably. This classic circuit starts and ends at the...