Sticklebarn and the Langdales

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An adventure playground of rugged slopes, craggy summits and a cracking pint

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Sticklebarn in Langdale Cumbria

Autumn highlights in Langdale  

The crowds of summer are long gone and with the fells all to yourself, autumn is the best time of year for wild days and wind-swept walks. Here are our favourite things to do in Langdale in Autumn.

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Things to see and do

A family playing a boardgame at Sticklebarn in Langdale

Things to do with the kids in Langdale this half-term 

Wondering what to do with the kids this half-term? We have loads of activities lined up in Langdale, both indoors and out, so you can keep everyone entertained whatever the weather.

Camping pod at Great Langdale, Cumbria

Great Langdale Campsite 

Great Langdale is a perfect base for those looking for outdoor adventure. The site lies at the head of Great Langdale valley, below the high fells of Crinkle Crags, Bow Fell and the Langdale Pikes.

Two people looking at a map at Sticklebarn in Langdale Cumbria

Relax at Sticklebarn 

Escape the chill this autumn at Sticklebarn, our pub in Langdale. This isn’t a traditional pub experience, it’s a National Trust pub and we do things a little differently; with fire pits, blankets, board games, mulled cider and hearty campfire food.

High Close Wood in Cumbria

High Close Estate 

Venture a little off the beaten track to explore High Close Estate.

The outside of the Sticklebarn Tavern, Cumbria

Films at Sticklebarn  

Settle in for a film on the big screen upstairs at Sticklebarn.

Mickleden, Lake District

Enjoy one of our walks 

Try one of these National Trust trails and make the most of your visit to this beautiful area.

Ghyll scrambling

Things to do on wet days in Langdale  

We have to be truthful, sometime it rains a little bit in Langdale and sometimes it rains a lot. But don’t be put off from a day out in the valley because actually some things are even better on a wet day. Here are our wet weather top tips.

Man, woman and dog sitting on the terrace at Sticklebarn

Dogs at Sticklebarn and The Langdales 

Access all the information you need about visiting Sticklebarn pub and The Langdales with your faithful, four-legged friend.

Celebrating the opening of the cycle trail at the Memorial Bridge

Langdale cycle trail 

This 11-mile cycle trail through Great Langdale valley has spectacular views and opportunities to stop for refreshments along the way.

Langdale Campsite, Lake District, Cumbria

Christmas in Langdale  

Christmas shopping, organised fun, dry turkey, flashing antlers and the dreaded office party, are we making you shudder? Well never fear, we’re not bothering with all the modern trappings of Christmas here in Langdale, we’re taking a more relaxed approach.

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What's on 

Upcoming events

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Quiz Night

Sun 02 Oct 2016
20:00-21:30
Get your thinking caps on at our weekly quiz night, it's £1 per person to enter and the winning team takes home the kitty.

Mid-week adventure films

Tue 04 Oct 2016
19:00-22:00
Head to Sticklebarn for high-adrenaline movies on the big screen upstairs.

Grand Day Out in Cumbria

Fri 14 Oct 2016
19:30-23:00
Join the Grand Day Out team in Langdale for an exciting weekend including trails runs, fells runs, guided walks, cycle sportives, workshops, talks, music and general outdoor fun.

Spooktastic Movies

Mon 24 Oct 2016
16:00-19:00
After a day on the hills snuggle in for some spooktastic films for the whole family.

Evening bat walks

Tue 25 Oct 2016
18:00-20:00
Take a walk around Langdale with a National Trust Ranger learning about bats as you go. Followed by campfire food, hallowe'en storytelling by the fire and a spooky film at Sticklebarn. £10 per adult, kids go free.

British Red Cross Open Gardens - High Close

Sat 12 Nov 2016
11:00-16:00
Join National Trust Rangers and the British Red Cross at High Close for a special open day where we will be running guided tours throughout the day. Donations welcome.
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Two people looking at a map at Sticklebarn in Langdale Cumbria

Relax at Sticklebarn 

Escape the chill this autumn at Sticklebarn, our pub in Langdale. This isn’t a traditional pub experience, it’s a National Trust pub and we do things a little differently; with fire pits, blankets, board games, mulled cider and hearty campfire food.

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Wildlife

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    Birds of spring and summer 

    Find out which birds you’re most likely to hear and see on the fells of Great Langdale during the warmer seasons.

  • A whooper swan in the water

    Birds of autumn and winter 

    Find out which birds you’re most likely to hear and see on the fells of Great Langdale during the colder seasons.

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Get involved

Colin Wright with his certificate, fellow volunteers and National Trust Rangers

Colin celebrates 25 years volunteering 

Nowadays, not many people manage to stay with the same employer for a quarter of a century, but Colin Wright has just celebrated this landmark anniversary as a National Trust volunteer.

Volunteers working in a wall in Langdale

Roy Isherwood: Holding back the years in Langdale 

Roy Isherwood volunteers in Langdale helping our Rangers with practical conservation tasks. This year, on 1 March, Roy turned 86. Find out why he thinks volunteering is keeping him young at heart.

Volunteers in Langdale

Volunteer in Langdale 

Working in amazing places, meeting new people and knowing that you’re helping a great cause are all good reasons to volunteer with us. We have plenty volunteering opportunities in Langdale, whatever your interests and time availability.

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Our work

The Disabled Ramblers group outside Sticklebarn

Access for all - with a little help from the Disabled Ramblers 

We have a plan to significantly improve access for mobility-challenged visitors in Langdale by installing two all-terrain hydro-powered electric Trampers for people to borrow from Sticklebarn. We discussed this idea with the Disabled Ramblers group and they kindly agreed to come along for a ramble in Langdale and undertake an access audit for us.

Four National Trust Rangers in the Lake District

How we're taking care of this special place 

See how our team of rangers work hard to look after vast amounts of diverse Lake District landscape.

Ranger standing infront of Stickle Ghyll Bird Feeding Station

Building a bird-feeding station 

Learn about one of our projects to help sustain and encourage the many species of birds which can be found in Langdale.

Rangers hammering a post into the ground

The role of our rangers 

Learn about the work of our rangers, which includes pathway maintenance, woodland management and nature conservation.

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