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Set amidst the charm of the Lake district, close to the fringe of Windermere, this attractive village makes an inspiring choice from which to forage further into a magical heartland of silver lakes, lofty towering peaks and lonely gorse clad moors.

Interestingly, Backbarrow was the home of the famous 'dolly blue bag' dye, widely used by housewives in the twentieth century. There are many reminders in the area of the regions long tradition of association with the cotton and flax industries.

The village is set on the banks of the River Leven which for decades provided the source of power for the various industries in the Leven Valley. It is also close to the delightful heritage steam line, The Lakeside and Haverthwaite railway which runs through lovely scenery. Morecambe Bay is within easy driving distance and offers a pleasant, seaside alternative for those who tire of Lakeland grandeur.

The area is ideal for walking, climbing, water-sports, fishing and there is a wealth of interest for the botanist.

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Nearby travel help

Cartmel Station	(4.9 miles, 7.9 km, direction S)
Grange-over-Sands Station	(5.1 miles, 8.3 km, direction SE)
M6 Junction 36	(10.9 miles, 17.6 km, direction E)
M6 Junction 35A	(12.1 miles, 19.5 km, direction SE)
Blackpool Airport	(33.0 miles, 53.1 km, direction S)
Leeds Bradford International Airport	(59.9 miles, 96.4 km, direction SE)
Backbarrow to London	(224.1 miles, 360.6 km, direction SE)