Welcome to Karen and Andrew's working beef and sheep farm accommodation situated at Lorton Vale, in the Northern Lake District in Cumbria. Our bed & breakfast farm which enjoys an elevated and tranquil position at Scales, above the sleepy village of Lorton, is guaranteed to make you relax and switch off from the rigours of everyday modern life.

Enjoy some of the Lake Districts most romantic views as you watch the sun set over Fellbarrow and Whin Fell, stunning at any time of year, whilst enjoying our five star silver awarded accommodation. Or for the more adventurous, we have secure bike storage so you can enjoy the local trails at Whinlatter Forest, which are so near you can leave your car behind.

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From the A66 take the B5292 (Braithwaite) which climbs Whinlatter Forest Park, passing Whinlatter Visitor Centre on your right, continue on the B5292 for 1.5 miles an take the fork left signed Hopebeck, bearing right at the next fork for Lorton. Take the next fork left and Swinside End Farm is immediately on your left.

Rooms Report

We have two double rooms and one twin room all with en suite facilities available for that year round getaway. We have a spacious television lounge area with open log fire available for our visitors, ideal for relaxing after a long days travelling or exploring the local attractions. We also have a bright and comfortable conservatory, with views to the rear garden - perfect for planning your next great day here in the lakes.

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Harry Rankine

Nov 01, 2021

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Absolutely 5 stars . Beautifully presented , blown away with this Bed & Breakfast. EVERYTHING was 5 stars

Jenni Griffiths

May 29, 2021

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Best kept secret of the lakes! A wonderful b&b, Karen is marvellous, the rooms are clean, spacious and have everything you need, including a dressing gown. They are tastefully decorated. Breakfast is a proper cooked English, enough to keep you walking all day. The view is to die for!

Ed Richings

May 15, 2021

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Fantastic location for this lovely B&B with a cracking cooked breakfast. En-suite rooms had everything we needed & Karen is a fantastic host. Ideal base to explore the lakes.

Nick Traynor

Oct 01, 2018

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Superb place! The scenery from the front is magical and the hosts live their wildlife.....takes the bird table discussion to a whole new level with a plethora of them dotted about the gardens!

Kaye Whittaker

Nov 18, 2015

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Superb stay as always. Superior rooms and lovely breakfasts and always a warm welcome.

Keith Harrison

Sep 24, 2014

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I have been staying at Swinside End Farm twice per year for about 12 years now and I am already booked for March 2014. Swinside End is successful working farm run by the welcoming and charming Karen & Andrew Nicholson (both champion sheep breeders). Walks from the front gate and handy for the many excellent walks in the north west Lake District. Good local pub in walking distance for evening meals and the Kirkstile Inn which is a great pub/eatery is about 3 miles away. For upmarket dining try the excellent Cottage in the Wood on the Whinlatter Pass towards Braithwaite. It is a really, really good