Board the ‘Mountain Goat’ to enjoy the Lake District's breath taking scenery from a different perspective.
Book NowThis Lake District tour is for the more adventurous. Board the Mountain Goat to enjoy breath taking scenery from a different perspective. Mountain Goat are the original Lake District Mini-Bus Company. The holiday also includes the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, Muncaster Castle Grounds and World Owl Trust.
At a glance:
Hardknott and Wrynose Passes on Mountain Goat
Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway
Muncaster Castle Grounds and World Owl Trust
Home pick up
This holiday includes Sapphire Star travel.
Please note: this tour is not suitable for the less mobile.
Day 1
Following collection from home, depart East Anglia and travel to Cumbria, arriving at the Damson Dene Hotel by late afternoon for the four night dinner, bed and breakfast stay.
DDay 2
After breakfast, drive to Bowness delightfully located on the shores of Lake Windermere. Take time to look around before catching the 'steamer' from Bowness Pier for the relaxing sail to the southern tip of the lake at Lakeside. From here, visit genteel Grange-over-Sands with spectacular views across Morecambe Bay. Enjoy a gentle sea front stroll and a look around before returning to the hotel.
B, DDay 3
This morning, drive to Sedbergh for a short break before crossing Ravenstonedale Common to Kirkby Stephen and Brough on the way to the former county town of Westmoreland, Appleby. There's time to purchase lunch and explore the historic town. This afternoon, ride along the shore of Ullswater, before travelling over Kirkstone Pass and descending to Windermere to return to the hotel.
B, DDay 4
Board the 'Mountain Goat' mini buses to explore areas the coach can't reach. This is a wonderful day, taking in the mountain passes of the Western Fells - Wrynose Pass, the desolate Duddon Valley, awesome Hardnott Pass. See the lonely Roman Fort whilst descending into Eskdale for a ride on L'al Ratty - the Ravensglass and Eskdale Miniature Railway. This afternoon, visit Muncaster Castle Grounds and World Owl Trust. From here, return via the Coniston Fells and Coniston Water to the hotel.
B, DDay 5
Enjoy a final breakfast at the Damson Dene Hotel, before heading back to East Anglia where the door to door collection service will be waiting to return you home.
BB=Breakfast Included, D=Evening Meal Included
Damson Dene Hotel, Bowness
The Damson Dene Hotel is tucked away in the tranquil Lyth Valley close to Bowness, featuring a beautifully landscaped garden and superb location.
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Name | Address | Contact Details |
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Ardleigh Crown | Ardleigh Crown Public House | |
Beacon Hill Services | Beacon Hill Services Lorry Park | |
Bramford, Angel PH | Bramford, Angel Public House | |
Bury St Edmunds Bus Stn | Bury St Edmunds, Bus Station, Stand 9 | |
Capel St Mary (North) | Capel St Mary White Horse Public House Setdown Point:Capel St Mary National Exp StopSouth | |
Chelmsford Services | Chelmsford Springfield Services Lorry Park (Off A12) | |
Claydon Crown | Claydon Crown Public House Lay By | |
Colchester North Rail Stn | Colchester North Rail Station | |
Combs Bus Shelter | Combs Bus Shelter, Ipswich Road (Opp. Esso Garage) | |
Copdock - Tescos | Copdock Mill, Tesco Superstore Front Exit Bus Stop | |
Debenham Angel | Debenham Angel Public House | |
Diss Bus Station | Diss Bus Station | |
Eye Town Hall | Eye Town Hall | |
Felixstowe Coach Park | Felixstowe Coach Park, Garrison Lane, Felixstowe, IP11 7SJ | |
Felixstowe Gt Eastern Sq | Felixstowe Great Eastern Square | |
Ipswich, West End Rd | Ipswich,West End Road Car Park | |
Kelvedon - The Tavern | Kelvedon The Tavern, High Street/Station Road | |
Long Stratton | Long Stratton Police Station | |
Mendlesham Kings Head | Mendlesham, Kings Head Public House, | |
Mendlesham, Denters Hill | Mendlesham, Denters Hill | |
Needham Market - Swan | Needham Market, Swan Public House, | |
Newmarket Bus Station | Newmarket Bus Station | |
Norwich - Castle Meadow | Norwich, Castle Meadow,(Outside Galloway Office) | |
Redenhall/Station Road | Junction of Redenhall Road/Station Road Harleston (Old Duke William PH) IP20 0LB | |
Scole - Scole Engineering | Outside Scole Engineering Garage, Scole | |
Sproughton | Sproughton, Wild Man Public House | |
Stowmarket Railway Stn | Stowmarket Railway Station | |
Stowupland Dents Corner | Stowupland, Dents Corner, | |
Tollgate McDonalds | Stanway, Mc Donalds Bus Stop, Tollgate, CO3 8RG | |
Witham Old Post Office | Witham Old Post Bus Stop - Sorting Office (NOT McColls Store) | |
Woolpit Church | Woolpit Church |
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