Directions Directions from the North or South Leave the M6 at junction 36. Take the A590 dual carriageway, which becomes the A591, following signs for 'South Lakes'. At the roundabout just north of Kendal, take the first exit - which is the B5284, signposted 'Hawkshead via Ferry and Crook'. Proceed down this road through the village of Crook with the Sun Inn public House on the right hand side. Continue through the village and on the left hand side you will see the Church Hall and then a small church. Turn left directly before the church into “Back Lane”, this is the country lane that will take you to Crosthwaite. After 1 mile you will see Low Shepherds Yeat Farm on your right hand side (it is signposted). Click here to get directions from your starting point. By Train If you are travelling by rail to Oxenholme (Kendal) or Windermere train stations, we are just 10-15 minutes away via taxi.