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Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway

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Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway
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“The Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway is a 15 in minimum-gauge heritage railway in Cumbria, England. The 7-mile (11.3 km) line runs from Ravenglass to Dalegarth Station near Boot in the valley of Eskdale, in the Lake District. At Ravenglass the line ends at Ravenglass railway station on the Cumbrian…”
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AfarJul 31

The Prettiest English Villages Along the World’s Longest Coastal Trail

These five seaside villages are among the most rewarding stops along the King Charles III England Coast Path, from Cornwall to Cumbria. Here's what to do and where to stay in each town.

Steam train known as “La’al Ratty”.

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  • The Inn at RavenglassHotelCumbria's best fish restaurant, looks out over water.
  • Ravenglass and Eskdale RailwaySightSteam train known as “La’al Ratty”.
  • Muncaster CastleHotelHistoric castle with gardens, owl center, and accommodations.
  • Elsewhere
  • King Charles III England Coast PathTrailEngland, United KingdomWorld's longest coastal hiking route, 2,689 miles.
  • Whitby AbbeyAttractionWhitby, United KingdomRuins of a Gothic abbey on a clifftop.
  • Trenchers RestaurantRestaurantWhitby, United KingdomDiscover our amazing North East-based traditional fish & chips and seafood restaurants.
  • Magpie CafeRestaurantWhitby, United KingdomThe Magpie Café in Whitby is renowned for fish & chips and fresh seafood, served with stunning harbour views.
  • Franco’sCaféWhitby, United KingdomHi, we're Franco's, a small independent Italian patisserie based in Whitby.
  • SaltmooreHotelWhitby, United KingdomTwo-Michelin-key spa hotel on the moors.
  • SportsmanPubWhitstable, United KingdomWe have five cabins situated in the garden to the rear of The Sportsman.
  • Hotel ContinentalHotelWhitstable, United KingdomPrime seafront spot with converted Fisherman's Huts.
  • Snape Maltings Concert HallSightAldeburgh, United KingdomVenue for year-round classical music performances.
  • Red HouseSightAldeburgh, United KingdomFormer home of composer Benjamin Britten.
  • ScallopPublic artworkAldeburgh, United KingdomMaggi Hambling beach sculpture.
  • SuffolkHotelAldeburgh, United Kingdom17th-century coaching inn with rooms and restaurant.
  • Mousehole Rock PoolSightMousehole, United KingdomPlace to swim near seals.
  • 2 Fore StreetRestaurantMousehole, United KingdomRestaurant serving fresh seafood.
  • The Old CoastguardRestaurantMousehole, United KingdomStylish boutique hotel with destination restaurant.
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