Braesteads is a working fell farm offering Bed and Breakfast accommodation in the Grisedale valley, just one mile from the southern shores of Lake Ullswater and villages of Patterdale and Glenridding. The hefted flock of swaledale ewes roam the peaks of Helvellyn and St Sunday as they have done for generations. We also have a herd of Simmental cattle and a handful of Belted Galloways. Farming in these areas is still very much a dog and stick affair, due to the fells being just too steep for even a quad bike in many places. We are a great base if you are into walking, the famous trod up to Helvellyn through the 'hole in the wall' looks down on the farm, and the path up to Grisedale Tarn, and the towering St Sunday wakes us up each morning (weather permitting!). Alfred Wainrights 'coast to coast' walk from St Bee's to Robin Hoods Bay goes down our valley so whether you're a fully kitted out mountain goat or just want an easy stroll in beautiful surroundings, the possibilities are endless.