It is a wonderful and enduring experience to come through 'The Jaws of Borrowdale' and to see all the beauty of the valley opening up before one. And there, amongst the sheep pastures and encircled by the guardian fells, lie the farmsteads and cottages of Rosthwaite. From here can begin explorations of tranquil valley to highest peak and with shop and pub to support the inner man, some are tempted to never leave!