Ravenglass is the only village in the national park, which lies on the Cumbrian Coast. The shingle beach is pleasant though not outstanding. The village is, however, the terminus of the Ravenglass and Eskdale preserved steam railway, Eskdale being one of the really lovely Lake Distict valleys and a good access point for Scafell Pike, the highest point in England. Muncaster Water Mill is also close to the village as is Muncaster Castle.