Sticklebarn and the Langdales

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

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Wildflower meadows in Langdale Cumbria

Celebrating hay meadows in Langdale 

Once the very essence of a carefree English summer, hay meadows are in decline. That's why we're working hard with our tenant farmers to restore hay meadows, providing vital habitats for wildlife. Find out about our Lake District wide celebration of hay meadows kicking off with special events at key sites to celebrate National Meadows Day on Saturday 1 July.

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Things to see and do

A family in the wildflower meadow near Sticklebarn in Langdale

Things to do this Summer in Langdale 

Summertime in Langdale is all about long days playing out in the great outdoors exploring fells, tarns, meadows, crags, becks and woods. Here's a bit of holiday inspiration for you.

George Trevelyan famring in Langdale

A labour of love - George Trevelyan's Langdale 

George Macaulay Trevelyan may well be a name you’ve never heard, but here in Langdale we owe him rather a lot. George and his love for this valley have shaped what you see here today, so this year we’re celebrating his legacy and asking the question, what can we do to continue it?

Two people looking at a map at Sticklebarn in Langdale Cumbria

Relax at Sticklebarn 

Spend some time together this summer 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 and hearty food.

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.

High Close tree trail

High Close tree trail 

Follow this walking trail around the arboretum to discover some of the exotic conifer species we look after.

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.

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What's on 

Upcoming events

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Adventure movies

Tue 27 Jun 2017
19:00-21:00
Looking for some inspiration for your next adventure? Head to Sticklebarn for high-adrenaline movies on the big screen upstairs.

Social run - Great Langdale Athletics Club

Thu 29 Jun 2017
19:00-21:00
Join us for our weekly social run around Langdale. We usually run between 7k and 10k. All abilities welcome, this is a casual and friendly group run with great views. Runs are free and start at Sticklebarn.

National Meadows Day

Sat 01 Jul 2017
10:00-15:00
In Langdale we are hosting a whole day of activities for National Meadows Day to celebrate the meadows and all that lives within.

Quiz Night

Sun 02 Jul 2017
20:00-21:00
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.

Langdale wildflower walks

Wed 05 Jul 2017
14:00-16:00
Join a National Trust ranger on a guided walk of the Langdale Valley, focusing on wildflower meadows and the wildlife within.

Activity Saturdays

Sat 22 Jul 2017
16:00-18:00
Head to the Hayloft upstairs to watch a family favourite on the big screen, get crafting or if the weather's good have a go at some outdoor games.
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Eating

Two people looking at a map at Sticklebarn in Langdale Cumbria

Relax at Sticklebarn 

Spend some time together this summer 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 and hearty 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

A Ranger pulling Himalayan Balsam in the Lake District

Himalayan Balsam – it’s an alien plant invasion 

Himalayan Balsam is an invasive non-native plant so robust and vigorous that’s it’s become a real problem in the Lake District, smothering and pushing out other indigenous plants in vast swathes along riverbanks and lakeshores. Find out what we’re doing about it.

A view down the Greenburn valley looking south east

Greenburn Hydro Project 

The once industrial Greenburn valley in Little Langdale is now the site of our newest hydro electric project in the Lake District.

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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