Pennine Way National Trail, Kirkby Stephen

National GeographicJul 13

Find a pint at the edge of the map in these remote pubs

A pint is never as satisfying as when it’s well earned — whether at the end of a long climb, a windswept ridge walk or a lonely road through the mountains.

11 miles from Tan Hill Inn.

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Tan Hill InnRestaurantBritain’s highest pub, on the Pennine Way.
Pennine Way National TrailTrail11 miles from Tan Hill Inn.
Elsewhere
The Old ForgePubKnoydart, United KingdomRemote pub on Knoydart Peninsula, community-owned.
Glenfinnan ViaductSightGlenfinnan, United KingdomFamous landmark, start of a hike to The Old Forge.
The Skirrid Mountain InnRestaurantLlanvihangel Crucorney, United KingdomWales's oldest pub, said to be haunted.
Bannau Brycheiniog National ParkSightLlanvihangel Crucorney, United KingdomNational park in Wales.
The Crask InnRestaurantScottish Highlands, United KingdomHistoric Highland pub that also functions as a church.
Biddy’s O’BarnesRestaurantBarnesmore Gap, IrelandPub in Barnesmore Gap, Blue Stack Mountains.

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Find a pint at the edge of the map in these remote pubs