Outside of walking there are plenty of other things to do in and around Kirkby Stephen. Here are just a few of the possibilities:

Castles
Brough and Pendragon Castles are both free to visit. Pendragon Castle is found just off the road through Mallerstang. It is a ruin in an atmospheric location. Brough Castle, to be found on the road between Kirkby Stephen and Brough, is in the care of English Heritage. Much of the keep still stands. There is a privately owned tea room near the entrance selling home-made ice-cream.

Fishing
Year round fishing for all abilities can be found at Bessy Beck at Newbiggin-on-Lune, on the main road from the M6 to Kirkby Stephen. Equipment can be hired and bait purchased. There's an onsite tearoom. More at www.bessybecktrout.co.uk

Town Trail
You can download and print out a town trail for Kirkby Stephen, taking you to all the fascinating spots in this historic market town. Download the trail