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Crackenthorpe Hall
nestles in the Eden Valley conveniently on the fringe of the Lake District
and within easy reach of the Yorkshire Dales. The area offers an abundance
of opportunities for leisure activity, on the lakes, in the mountains
or the valleys, whether strenuous or leisurely; or simply relaxing with
convivial company and a fine wine, shrouded from the bustle of the 21st
Century..
Fishing
Crackenthorpe Hall retains approximately 2 miles of its own private stretch
of the River Eden, rich in natural flora and fauna, with much to interest
the ornithologist and angler. In 1997 the Eden was designated 'Best River
in England and Wales' by the Government's Environment Agency, (based on
fish catch figures). The Eden is now a designated conservation area and
a site of special scientific interest. The Crackenthorpe Hall stretch
is an improving water with a challenging variety of depth and pace within
its two designated beats. (usually two rods per beat). The water is especially
noted for its sporting wild brown trout. There are grayling and occassional
salmon, and sea trout to test the skills of the visiting Fly-fisherman.
Tuition We can arrange
private tuition for those wishing to improve their angling skills and
we can arrange fly-fishing courses for small groups of absolute beginners.
Fees and availability of both fishing and courses will be provided on
request to Crackenthorpe Hall.
Golf
There is an 18 hole, much respected moorland golf course nearby at Appleby.
Also, there is a golf driving range at Penrith.
Visiting Ancient monuments
The area offers a wide choice of Castles, Stone Circles, old Churches
and interesting Historical Houses. See History/Geography page for some
examples.
Water Sports
Sailing, windsurfing,
kayaking, rowing boats and steamboat trips are available on Ullswater,
Derwent Water and Windermere. Indoor swimming pool with small well equipped
gym at Appleby.
Horse riding and pony
trekking
Choice of several stables
available within easy reach
Shooting
By arrangement, in season. Clay pigeon shoots are also available locally
throughout the year.
Action
Quad biking/ATV treks, Tank driving, go-carting and 4X4 off road driving,
Patriot games with off road vehicles using infra red guns; all available
within easy reach
Walking / Climbing
With the Lake District close by the venues for walking and climbing are
too numerous to list.There is a wide scope of walking available throughout
the Lake District, the nearby Pennines, Eden Valley and the Yorkshire
Dales
Eating out or in.
We can arrange for a private Cook to prepare your meals, but if you prefer
to eat out, there is a wide choice of restaurants, including a few with
a world wide reputation such as Sharrow Bay on Ullswater and Miller Howe
on Windermere. In addition, there are many interesting small restaurants
and Inns in villages throughout the area providing a good selection of
food, wines and Ales.
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