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Wasdale

Wasdale is a valley in the western Lake District National Park. The River Irt flows through the valley to the estuary at Ravenglass, and a large part of the main valley floor is occupied by a lake called Wastwater. The steep valley walls on the south-eastern side of the lake lead to the summits of Whin Rigg and Illgill Head.

The head of the valley of Wasdale is dominated by the mountains of Great Gable and Scafell Pike, which is the highest peak in England. Scafell, Kirk Fell and Yewbarrow surround the small community of Wasdale Head, and nearby is St. Olaf´s Church, which is one of the smallest churches in England. The church is roofed with massive slate tiles over beams that are claimed to come from wrecked Viking ships. Often referred to as the ´home of British rock climbing´, Wasdale attracts fans of outdoor pursuits from all over the UK.

One classic climbing route is Napes Needle on Great Gable. If you are looking for something slightly eccentric, take a trip to the annual ´greatest liar´ contest which is held annually at Wasdale Head. Further down the valley are the villages of Nether Wasdale and Gosforth.

In 2006, the narrow road to Wasdale was voted as having the best view in England, and offers a stunning vista of rocky outcrops, lakes and majestic peaks. The River Irt flows gently through fens and fields which form the communities of Nether Wasdale, Santon Bridge and Holmrook. The main village of Gosforth was famed for its Viking Cross and hogback tombs dating back to the 10th Century. Human occupation of the area dates back to the Bronze Age.
 
St Mary's Church in Gosforth dates from Norman times, and in its churchyard is England's tallest ancient cross, and a cork tree, planted in 1833, the most northerly in Europe.A National Trust campsite is situated at the Wasdale Head end of the lake. At the other end is the Wasdale Hall Youth Hostel, also owned by the National Trust.

A wide range of hotels, country inns, guest houses and self catering cottages can be found in and around Wasdale, and visitors will find a good choice of attractions, including pubs, restaurants and walking trails around the region. For visitors who want to explore the Lake District, every type of accommodation including themed hotels and luxury hotels can be found around the central lakes and Windermere.

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