Smardale
Travel Guide
Visit Smardale

Riverside Hotel
"Hotel is very close to the town, transport links and rooms overlook the river. Staff are very welcoming and helpful. We have stayed many times and will continue to stay here."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Shap Wells Hotel
"Clean room. Great area."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Kendal Killington Lake
"Lady at check in was very friendly and really helpful."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Beautifully appointed cottage in extensive grounds
"The cottage’s atmosphere was very welcoming and we felt like we were at home."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Orton Hall, Royalist Suite
"Lovely apartment …a bit quirky with the secret doorway to the rest of the apartment. Sympathetically done up in keeping with the rest of the building but nice modern bathroom and kitchen. Kitchen had everything you would need and more. Electric shower was helpful and plenty hot water rest of the ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

The New Inn 1730
Popular places to visit
Brough Castle
You can learn about the history of Brough with a visit to Brough Castle. While in this quaint area, you can enjoy the bars.
Cross Bank Nature Reserve
You can take time to visit Cross Bank Nature Reserve during your travels to Ravenstonedale. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Stainmore Railway Company Ltd.
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Stainmore Railway Company Ltd. during your travels in Kirkby Stephen. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
Riverside Public Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Ravenstonedale at Riverside Public Golf Course. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
You can take time to visit Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve during your travels to Kirkby Stephen. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Kirkby Stephen Library
After visiting Kirkby Stephen Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kirkby Stephen. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Things to do

The Tales from the Dales & Brontë Country from Manchester






