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Sedbergh

Sedbergh is a small town which lies 7 miles east of Kendal and 10 miles north of Kirkby Lonsdale. The town is within the Yorkshire Dales National Park at the foot of Howgill Fells.  Situated on the north bank of the River Rawthey which joins the River Lune, Sedbergh is historically a part of the West Riding of Yorkshire.

Surrounded by hills rising behind the houses, Sedbergh has a narrow main street, lined with shops and cafés. The Railway opened in 1861 and allowed visitors to access Sedbergh, which was previously one of the most remote and inaccessible towns in the region. The railway to Sedbergh was closed in 1965.

Sedbergh is now famous as being a ´Book Town´, which offers visitors thousands of second hand and collector´s books.  Two book festivals are held each year, and collectors flock to the town to pick up a wide range of titles.

The prestigious public school of Sedburgh was founded in 1525. A good network of public footpaths and bridleways allows visitors easy access to the Howgills and exploration of Dentdale, Garside and the Rawthey and Lune Valleys.

Killington Bridge and Local Nature Reserve

This riverside strip of land provides a great place to walk around the banks of the River Lune, and it is fully accessible for wheelchairs and children´s buggies.

Flintergill Outrake Nature Trail

Flinter Gill is one of the most beautiful wooded areas in the region, and visitors can enjoy a range of attractions along the 1.5 mile route. There are ´waulking stones´, a ´wishing tree´, a collection of old farming machinery and implements and an excavated lime kiln to see, and stunning views over Dentdale at the end of the route.

The Howgills

The upper part of the Howgills is formed from Silurian rocks which geologically belong to the Lake District. The ancient slates and sandstones have weathered and formed domed hills with steep sides, providing common grazing land for sheep. Arched over the Howgills are ancient bridleways which link the encircling valleys and provide an easy means of accessing some of the undiscovered delights of the area.

Cautley Spout

The spectacular sight of Cautley Spout, and its series of waterfalls attracts many visitors to the area. From the Cross Keys Hotel on the A683, a footpath leads up the valley for 1.5 miles to the foot of the falls, and passes remains of an Iron Age Settlement on the way. Small herds of Fell Ponies can usually be seen grazing around Cautley Beck.

St Gregory´s Church

The roadside church of St Gregory´s was built in the 1860s by Frances Upton of Ingmire Hall, and it was owned by the same family until 1918. The church no longer holds services but it is open to the public every day. Impressive stained glass windows depict natural themes, and the church is well worth a visit, if only for its elegant furniture and fittings.

Quaker Meeting House

The Quaker Meeting House at Brigflatts was built when the Quakers were being persecuted for their beliefs. The house dates back to 1675, and is the oldest meetinghouse of its kind in the north of England. A small Quaker burial ground is situated close by, and visitors can enter the meeting house which exudes an air of peace and quiet, with heavy wood furniture and an airy interior. Parking is available in the layby on the A683.

Farfield Mill

Farfield Mill is a former spinning and weaving mill which dates back to 1837, and is now open as an Arts and Heritage Centre on four levels. With an emphasis on textile design and production, the lower floor holds two working Dobcross looms, which produce blankets, travel rugs and throws.  An audio-visual display about the Rough Fell Sheep can also be found on this level. Level 2 hosts the history of Farfield Mill exhibition and the bygone days of Dent are brought to life. The upper levels are home to artist´s studios with exhibition and demonstration areas. The area also has a café and picnic area.

Dent Heritage Centre

The Dent Heritage Centre shows visitors how people worked and lived in Dent many years ago, and visitors can see hundreds of domestic artefacts and traditional farming implements which are displayed in re-created farmhouse rooms. A working scale model of the Settle to Carlisle Railway at Arten Gill is also on display in the basement.

St Andrews Church Dent

St. Andrew´s Church in Dent was rebuilt in 1417, and was once under the care of the Monks of Coversham Abbey near Middleham. Further restorations took place in 1590, 1787 and 1889, and the church has served the small farming community of Dent for at least 1,000 years.

Sedbergh Book Town

Sedbergh became a book town in 2003. Many bookshops, writers and a printer´s finisher were already based in the town, and Sedbergh now hosts two major book festivals each year, along with workshops and seminars about writing and books.

Best Cellars Crafts

Best Cellars Crafts offer visitors a wonderful display of hand-crafted items, including ceramics, jewellery, glassware, textiles and silverware, which is made mostly by craftspeople in the north of England.

Dent Meditation Centre

As a place of great natural beauty, Dent is the ideal spot for a meditation centre. Enabling visitors to meditate and quietly reflect, whatever their faith may be, the Dent Meditation Centre also provides instructions in meditation, and a range of courses offering experience and understanding of different traditions. The centre is open daily and visitors are welcome.

The Sedbergh Embroidery

A group of embroiderers designed and created an intricate canvas panel in 1993, which depicted the history and heritage of Sedbergh.  The completed embroidery is on display in the Sedbergh Library.

The Dent Crafts Centre

The Dent Craft Centre is a converted 18th Century hay barn, which now displays a wonderful range of crafts by local artists, including wooden toys, ceramics, metalwork, jewellery and walking sticks.

A great range of accommodation can be found around Sedbergh, and if you are looking to explore the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District, this town provides the perfect base. Take your time to discover the wild fells, the stunning scenery of Lake Windermere and Bowness, and the beautiful landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales. If you are looking for accommodation in the Lake District or in the Yorkshire Dales, you will find a wealth of hotels, bed and breakfast accommodation and guesthouses nearby.

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