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 The Brathay Valley in the English Lake District   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
At the Foot of the Langdale Valley the quaint hamlet of Skelwith Bridge nestles on the banks of the River Brathay at the very Heart of the English Lake District.
The river Brathay flows into Windermere half a mile downstream of Clappersgate where The Old Coach House is situated.
This riverside meadow is situated five minutes walk upstream from the Riverside and Garden Cottages and is part of a beautiful 2 mile walk past waterfalls and Lakes to the picturesque hamlet of Elterwater.
www.primecottages.co.uk /brathay.htm   (113 words)

  
 SYMPOSIUM ON THE METHODOLOGY FOR THE SURVEY, MONITORING AND APPRAISAL OF FISHERY RESOURCES IN LAKES AND LARGE RIVERS
In Windermere some of the char spawn in November in shallow water in the lake or in the river Brathay and others spawn in February in deep water in the lake (Frost, 1965).
In 1953 the river was in flood for almost the whole of the spawning season, and only one effective netting could be done.
Char were tagged subcutaneously and given a distinctive fin cut at Brathay and Red Nab in 1950 and 1951, at Low Wray in 1950 and at Holbeck in 1951 and 1952.
www.fao.org /DOCREP/003/AA043B/AA043B17.htm   (3070 words)

  
 Lakestay canoes and kayaking in Lake District cumbria
River Greta From St Johns in Vale through and just past Keswick the Greta is graded 2 to 3 but many boulders mean river really needs to be tackled after rain.
River Crake The Crake was used to transport slates down to Greenodd and can thus boast a historic public highway right of passage.
River Duddon The river is registered as a Common for the taking of gravel for building work and thus clears the way for use of the river for 'lawful recreation.'
www.lakestay.co.uk /kayak.htm   (928 words)

  
 River Brathay
Putting on below the fall, the compensation is the looping hole, where the river leaves the pool below the fall (I've tried playing in the hole below Skelwith Force itself in stupider, younger times....I had the unique pleasure of trying to swim upwards whilst being pushed downwards, don't try it!).
From here the rivers wind into Windermere, and all that remains is a plod across the Lake to the get-out.
The house has recently changed hands and the land that we have used to access the river for the last 30 years is being claimed by the new owner.
www.ukriversguidebook.co.uk /brathay.htm   (791 words)

  
 Rivers
The same British root is found in the River Dart in Devon, the River Darent in Kent, the River Darwen in Lancashire and the Yorkshire and Derbyshire Derwents.
This is probably the British river-name 'Isca', similar to the River Exe in Devon and derived from the same root as the Welsh 'esk', water.
The first element is probably Welsh 'glyndwfr', a river valley; the second element may be a superfluous O.N. 'รก', a river; the last could be a Welsh word 'mochyn', meaning 'swine'.
easyweb.easynet.co.uk /stuart.rae/rivers.htm   (822 words)

  
 Reference.com/Encyclopedia/River Brathay
The Brathay drains Elterwater and flows for about half a mile (0.8 km) in a south-easterly direction to Skelwith Force where it descends 15 feet (4.6 m).
Passing under the A593 road at Skelwith Bridge, and continues in an easterly direction, to the hamlet of Clappersgate.
After another quarter of a mile (400 m) it joins the River Rothay close to Croft Lodge south-west of Ambleside before flowing into the northern end of Windermere.
www.reference.com /browse/wiki/River_Brathay   (370 words)

  
 Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis in Lake Catchments, in River Water Abstracted for Domestic Use, and in ...
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paratuberculosis in river water and the flow and height of the River Tywi and rainfall in the catchment between August 2002 and April 2003.
aem.asm.org /cgi/content/full/72/6/4067   (6335 words)

  
 Colwith Force, Ambleside   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
Colwith Force on the River Brathay drops in several stages down a total height of about 40 feet.
The River Brathay drains all the hills in the Langdale area, and joins Little Langdale Tarn to Elterwater, then on to the top end of Windermere.
A little further along the Brathay is Skelwith Force, relatively low in height (about 17 feet), but thrusts all the water through a fairly narrow gap, making an impressive curtain fall (especially after rain).
www.visitcumbria.com /amb/colwith.htm   (92 words)

  
 Elterwater, Colwith Force & Skelwith Force (Route)
The path rejoins the river and continues alongside it.
Cross the river over a narrow footbridge and turn half-right to follow the footpath to a gate.
By a bend in the river turn right onto the footpath you started with, go over a stile, up through the woods to another stile, then cross the road back to the Car Park.
www.walkscene.co.uk /England/Cumbria/Elterwater2zz.htm   (783 words)

  
 Brathay pictures and videos on Webshots
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We stayed at the Brathay Lodge for two nights last weekend for a Wedding in the Lakes.
www.webshots.com /search?query=Brathay   (176 words)

  
 English Lake District Guided Tours, Lake District Nature Tour
We walk alongside the river, drawn towards the sound of the nearby waterfall.
It is a short 10 min hike to the River Brathay where on still days the mountains are reflected in the water and the views are stunning.
The river soon turns into a roaring torrent as we approach the powerful waters of Skelwith Force.
www.lakedistricttours.co.uk /tourb.htm   (590 words)

  
 Riverside Cottage, Skelwith Bridge, nr. Ambleside, The English Lake District   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
Situated at Skelwith Bridge on the bubbling banks of the River Brathay in the very heart of the English Lake District, Riverside Cottage is the ideal Holiday Retreat for those who wish to explore the 'Great Outdoors' from the luxury of a traditionally furnished Lakeland Home.
Magnificent Four poster bedroom with river views as have the rustic Dining/Sitting room with exposed beams, Inglenook Fireplace with open fire, rocking chair and antique china.
The elegant Four Poster room (which enjoys views of the river) is one of three tastefully furnished bedrooms sleeping six people.
www.primecottages.co.uk /river.htm   (163 words)

  
 property_details
The owners of The Croft apartments have shared amenities and some interesting woodland to the rear of the house, formal gardens and lawns to the front and across the road there are delightful gardens and frontage to the River Brathay.
Outside: Each apartment has a storage availability in the main cellar of the house and all owners have shared amenities of the delightful grounds which extend to approximately seven acres of woodland, garden and a recently made garden area and river frontage to River Brathay across the road.
River frontage provides the mooring facility and launching for canoes or shallow draft boats gain access to the lake.
www.matthewsbenjamin.co.uk /property_details.aspx?p_id=312   (555 words)

  
 English Lakes - An illustrated guide to the Lake District - Skelwith Force.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
Skelwith Force is a fifteen feet waterfall where the combined waters of the River Brathay and Langdale Beck force a dramatic passage through the rocks.
The River Brathay carries large quantities of water down from the Langdales to Elterwater, further along the river lies the spectacular Colwith Force.
The footpath that follows the river through to Elterwater makes an interesting half hour low level walk providing excellent views of Elterwater with the Langdale Pikes forming a dramatic backdrop.
www.english-lakes.com /skelwith_force.html   (118 words)

  
 Hacket Forge Self-catering Accommodation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
Dating from 1608, Hacket Forge stands on the banks of the River Brathay, in the beautiful Little Langdale valley.
Originally a forge, the Wordsworths were familiar with it, as was Beatrix Potter who bought land on the other side of the river.
Downstairs the kitchen is equipped with a gas cooker, fridge, microwave, double-drainer stainless steel sink unit, ample cupboard space and work-top.
www.amblesideonline.co.uk /display/hacket/main.html   (314 words)

  
 English Lakes - An illustrated guide to the Lake District - River Rothay.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
The name Rothay derives from the Old Norse 'Rathui' meaning 'the red one', The course of the river encompasses some of the most spectacular scenery the Lake District has to offer and is a superb spot for walks.
The Rothay continues to flow south until it joins the River Brathay at Clappersgate, near to Ambleside, from where they flow on to pour their combined waters into the northern end of Lake Windermere.
The river at Clappersgate, where it joins the Brathay
www.english-lakes.com /river_rothay.html   (157 words)

  
 Print   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
Grey Friar Lodge formerly built and known as the Bishops House in 1869, this Victorian vicarage location has breathtaking views over the Brathay river and the mountains beyond.
The rooms are all individually furnished with antique pictures, porcelain, patchwork quilts and crisp, white bed linen.
Lovers often propose here...The bridge over the Brathay River to the Brathay Church.
www.cumbria-hotels.co.uk /print.html   (365 words)

  
 Chesters, Cafe by the River - Skelwith Bridge Nr Ambleside Cumbria
Chesters Café by the River has been owned by Karen Lawrence and Steph Barton since 1985.
It moved to its current location alongside the River Brathay in February 2004 after an extensive refurbishment.
Today it is a uniquely situated place to enjoy an extensive range of food and drink.
www.chesters-cafebytheriver.co.uk   (114 words)

  
 Alan Rolfe's walks: Elter Water, Colwith and Little Langdale
Keep to the path and cross metalled driveways, crossing the slope of a field before dropping down through woodland towards the River Brathay at Colwith Bridge.
The waters are the River Brathay which flows from Little Langdale Tarn, further upstream, and will be seen later in the walk.
Climb gently away from the river, continuing through the woods and emerge on a bridleway by the buildings of High Park Farm and turning right on to track.
www.alan.rolfe.easynet.co.uk /lakes98.html   (700 words)

  
 Gunpowder in Lakeland, history and production of black powder..part of Lakestay web site about Lakeland and its ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
Water power was equally important with the earliest works being on the River Kent, south of Kendal.
The Elterwater works on the River Brathay, now a holiday complex, (Langdale Estates)are still tracable on the ground.
The risks of explosions in the process menat that work was spread between blast banks in an attept to limit the potential for disaster.
www.lakestay.co.uk /gunpowder.html   (415 words)

  
 Canoe Focus Access: Waterhead
The park land on shore from Pull Wyke to Brathay River mouth is privately owned, including Brathay Bay shore and Brathay's natural harbour.
The large building looking down onto Brathay Bay is Brathay Hall; a Georgian mansion used commercially.
Once across Brathay river mouth, rough marshy ground leads back start point.
www.canoefocus.demon.co.uk /accesswaterhead.html   (407 words)

  
 Self-catering holiday cottages Lake District, Cumbria: Brathay View, Skelwith Bridge, Nr. Ambleside
There are walks from the door for both the adventurous and not so active, and the excellent Skelwith Bridge Hotel is just a short stroll away for all manner of meals.
There is a separate dining room leading through, in turn, to the fitted kitchen which has a door to the rear of the cottage and access to the parking area.
Upstairs are two bedrooms - a twin which overlooks the river, and a double to the rear of the building.
www.heartofthelakes.co.uk /brathay_view.html   (329 words)

  
 Westmorland Way - contours walking holidays
Then it follows the lakeside path through meadows and ancient oak, birch and hazel woods to the hamlet of Patterdale at the head of the lake, where it joins an old packhorse track cutting through the hills of the Helvellyn range to the picturesque village of Grasmere.
From Elterwater in the beautiful Langdale valley, the trail meanders downstream beside the River Brathay to the lively little town of Ambleside.
Several lovely riverside miles later, it leaves the river and follows the Lancaster Canal to the village of Holme, where woodland paths lead over the hillocks of Fairy Steps and Arnside Knott to Arnside on the shores of Morecambe Bay.
www.contours.co.uk /self-guided/westmorland.htm   (403 words)

  
 Ambleside Holiday Cottage - Halfway House
Halfway House is superbly situated amidst scenery of outstanding natural beauty in the Lower Brathay valley, the gateway to the Langdales.
The property lies on a beautiful stretch of the River Brathay, attracting an abundance of wildlife.
French doors have been installed to allow the sunshine to flood in and take advantage of the spectacular river views.
www.webroom.co.uk /halfway   (199 words)

  
 River Brathay and the Langdale Pikes - Canon Digital Photography Forums
While backing up some of last years shots I came across 3 shots taken in order to make a pano of the Brathay.
An early morning view across the Brathay with the mist over Elter Water.
Shaun, Cameron's shot was actually taken in the Lake District in England.
photography-on-the.net /forum/showthread.php?t=159687&page=2   (669 words)

  
 Wheelwrights Cottages New to us for 2002
Situated on the banks of the River Brathay with close proximity to the waterfalls at Skelwith Bridge, this mid terraced, traditional Lakeland cottagehas a pleasant South facing garden, ideal for a lazy sunny afternoon.
for those more energetic the walks around the cottage are extensive, and there is a gentle walk along the river to Elterwater for the less adventurous.
Swallows House was purchased last Summer by the owners (Peter & Julie, long-time Wheelwright clients) who have since extensively and lovingly refurbished and restored this substantial house, parts of which may date back to the 17th century.
members.aol.com /broncoke/newtous.html   (2176 words)

  
 Lake District National Park Authority - Miles Without Stiles - Short Routes
Most are very limited in terms of distance and often follow minor roads.
Park your car by the river opposite Old Brathay Hall.
Follow minor road alongside the river and Brathay Church.
www.lake-district.gov.uk /mileswithoutstiles_shortroutes   (302 words)

  
 River Brathay (Ref: Lakes01)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
The source of River Brathay, 'the broad river', is on Pike o' Blisco, near Wrynose Pass.
The river flows eastwards through the Roman fort of Galava, now Ambleside, before entering Lake Windermere.
Photographs may not be used in any form without written permission of the author.
www.mysnaps.co.uk /page30.html   (74 words)

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