Croftlands Court Surrounding Area
Croftlands Court
Croflands Court Surrounding Area and Places of Interest
Seaville Farm is situated in a non-commercialized area, close to the Solway coast. The magnificent Lake District National Park is only 15 miles away. The seaside villages of Silloth and Allonby are just minutes away, and the coastal towns of Maryport, and Whitehaven with their marinas are a little further down the coast. The historic city of Carlisle with it's castle is within easy driving distance. We have plenty of quiet country lanes, which can be explored on foot, by bicycle. We have a selection of bicycles suitable for adults as well as children that you are welcome to use. Pub meals are available in the nearby villages. With coast, countryside, lakes and hills, there is something for everyone, whatever the weather! Here is just a small sample. Abbeytown our nearest village, has two shops, a pub, and as its name suggests, a fine old abbey that is well worth a visit for those with historical interests.
Eden Ostrich World - has plenty for everyone to see and do at this award winning attraction.. Many rare breeds of animals, including an amazing Zeebroid foal. Pets corner, adventure play areas, picnic areas etc. Why not turn up for milking time ? But this is not cows, it's sheep !! Try the sheep's milk products. You can probably get them at the Baaaaa.
Hadrian's Wall - Frontier of the Roman Empire. The most important monument built by the Romans in Britain, and is the best known frontier in the entire Roman Empire. Spanning the country from Wallsend in the East to Bowness-on Solway in the west, it took 6 years to build and was 5 metres (15 feet) high.
Lake District Coastal Aquarium Maryport one of the best marine aquariums in Europe. Over 2000 fish, 200 different species, 45 dramatic displays. Get your hands in a rock pool, stroke the rays and see the fish at feeding time.
Lakeland Sheep and Wool Centre Western Lake District Visitor Centre, on A66 - A5086 roundabout, Egremont Road, Cockermouth. Cumbria Venue of the year. A real chance to meet Cumbria's most famous residents. Visitors are guaranteed a wonderfully woolly experience, bringing you face to face with many different breeds of live sheep, during indoor presentations - 4 times daily, 5 times a week. Trained sheep dogs and introduction to cows.
Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway From the coast to the foot of England's highest mountain, 7 miles of steam in The Lake District National Park. Powerful small scale, locomotives, with both open and covered carriages. Cycle carrying carriages, make this an ideal starting point for walks, cycle touring or just a fun day out for all the family. These engines are not miniatures.
West Coast Indoor Karting Experience the thrills, and spills of motorsport in relative safety, and at a realistic price. Indoor carts fitted with high strength bumpers and all round hydraulic brakes for driver safety. Powerful 200cc engines capable of speeds in excess of 35 mph. Practice sessions for children and adults. Please book in advance.
Sunset Leisure Centre Stanix, Silloth. Excellent indoor leisure and entertainment. Swimming pool, bowling etc. They have cabaret evenings here and themed weekends such as "Rock and Roll", "ABBA" etc
Solfest Music festival on the Solway Firth. By having a great line-up of bands, and making tickets some of the cheapest available for any festival, the Solfest is guaranteed to be a fantastic experience for everyone! Bring your camping gear, your fancy dress for Saturday night, and of course don't forget your wellies. Come to Solfest for a rockin' good Bank Holiday weekend every August.
Eden Valley - Just over 30 miles away and lying with the Pennines to the east and the Lake District Fells to the west, the beautiful Eden Valley around the River Eden is a mix of lush green countryside, traditional towns and attractive sandstone villages some dating back to Viking times. To the south are the peaceful Howgill Fells, a favourite of Wainwright.
The River Eden which has its source in the Mallerstang Valley, is one of the finest salmon and trout rivers in the North of England and you can enjoy some great riverside walks. Look out for Lacy's caves, carved out of sandstone right on the riverbank or go in search of the Eden Benchmarks, ten intriguing sculptures in dramatic settings which act as welcome seats.
The most scenic railway in England, the Settle to Carlisle line runs through the Eden Valley with stations at Appleby and Kirkby Stephen. Penrith, a welcoming market town makes an ideal base to explore the area.