Burgh by Sands, on Hadrian's Wall path. The stones from the wall have long been used to construct Churches and homes. Once a barony - connected to two kings, the village is now thriving and well worth a visit.
The Tranquil Otter is a SSSI and is regularly attended by the RSPB, here is a summary of their local representative's report on the state of the wildlife at the Lough.