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Why is Near Sawrey special?

Near Sawrey is a small village located on the historic trade route between Hawkshead and Kendal with attractive architectural and historic character. This includes:

Rural location raised above the eastern slopes of Esthwaite Water
Associated neighbouring village of Far Sawrey
Settlement developed on the location of a number of springs
Historic route (Stones Lane) extends northwards from the village to Moss Eccles Tarn and Claife Heights and southwards to crossings of the Cunsey Beck
Significant long views westwards to the Coniston Hills
Beatrix Potter lived in Near Sawrey and the village provided the settings for a number of her stories
Palette of building materials reflects the underlying geology, carboniferous limestone and slatestone
Domestic buildings either constructed from rubble stone concealed beneath a render coat, or from slatestone with ashlar dressings
Grass verges along the lanes and fields enhance the relationship between Near Sawrey and the surrounding landscape
Important areas of native hedgerow, individual trees and tree groups
Network of public footpaths link the village to the surrounding countryside

Dispersed settlement of farmsteads and houses surrounded by irregularly shaped fields

single lane tarmac lane with grass in the centre of the tyre tracks. slatestone wall to the left of the lane and hedge to the right. various autumnal trees and slate roof of large house nestled being the hedge

Many buildings with architectural and historic quality, one of which is grade II star listed, and nine of which are grade II listed buildings. There are also many others which make a positive contribution to the area’s historic character and appearance

Buildings predominantly date from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries and are good examples of the vernacular tradition, together with buildings in the Arts and Crafts and the Vernacular Revival styles

Near Sawrey resources

Near Sawrey Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan 2009

Near Sawrey Conservation Area Map