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There are some charming towns and villages dotted across the Eden Valley and North Pennines, with plenty to discover – from local markets to history and heritage.
Penrith is a great place to indulge in some retail therapy, with independent shops and national names; as well as its fascinating 14th century castle, which is well worth a visit. In the Eden Valley, discover a rich variety of bustling markets towns – including Alston, one of England’s highest.
The scenic Settle to Carlisle railway runs across the area, stopping at Appleby and Kirkby Stephen, making for a great way to get around; with stunning views of the surrounding landscapes as you travel.
Explore the towns and villages in and around Eden Valley and North Pennines, Cumbria including Alston, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Kirkby Stephen and Penrith.
Eden Valley The most peaceful haven of pastoral calm
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Penrith
Discover The Kings Arms in Temple Sowerby: a quaint pub with 9 spacious rooms, nestled in the scenic Eden Valley. Enjoy a warm welcome and newly refurbished spaces.
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331 reviewsPenrith
Painting a Looser Botanical in Watercolour with Lyn Evans
Lyn likes to paint her watercolours largely from life, choosing blooms which will stay open for a couple of days. She likes interesting shapes so Iris, Lilies and Tulips feature largely…
Cumbria
The Fellrunner Buses are operated and driven by local volunteers for the benefit of the community.They serve most of the villages in the Penrith area with services to Penrith or Carlisle.
Ullswater, Penrith
Waterfoot Park is located within the Lake District National Park, easily accessible from J40 M6.
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443 reviewsGlenridding
aaar me hearties! Using stable rafted Canadian Canoes you will be given a Treasure Map and the challenge of finding Davy Jones' Locker.
Greystoke, Penrith
The Wendy Crossbody bag is a cute, zipped bag in 2 sizes, utilising webbing for the detachable strap. It has a zipped pocket on the outside and optional pockets inside. The same pattern can be used to make a bag orientated either vertically or…
Penrith
Featuring an eye-catching bespoke open fire grill and a brand new menu to choose from, let our talented chefs delight you with juicy steaks, succulent burgers and signature FYR kebabs, all cooked on the open flames.
Penrith
Skelton Show has become one of the major agricultural, country shows in Cumbria. Located in the picturesque parkland at Hutton-in-the Forest, it attracts over 10,000 visitors each year.
Greystoke, Penrith
The Walton Tote - 2 days
Fri 24th & Sat 25th November 2023 or Fri 4th Sat 5th Oct 2024
10am to 4.00pm each day
£170 inc. a tasty lunch, fresh coffee & home baking
Materials cost : £28/per person (covers interfacing, interlining, hardware,…
Penrith
We are delighted to welcome back Sue Rowland, who will inspire you to create an original lino print featuring your favourite animal or bird, combined with pattern and foliage.
Ullswater, Penrith
Own your very own Lakeland retreat! If you've fallen in love with the Lakes and are looking to stay a little while longer, why not consider purchasing your own private holiday home? At Waterfoot Park, we have a range of lodges available, all of…
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443 reviewsKirkby Stephen
3 luxury wood and canvas glamping yurts, with electricity, full size king beds and log burning stoves. They have access to a shared eco toilet and hot woodland shower. The yurts are situated right on the banks of our river, in a riverside woodland…
Penrith
Try your hand at glass fusing and have fun making your own Christmas decorations with hands-on guidance from Roxanne. You will learn all you need to know to design and produce three to six decorations, including an introduction to different forms of…
Ullswater
Wet bouldering, Canyoning, Ghyll Scrambling, Rock hopping...
Whatever you want to call it, whether it’s a descent or ascent or a splash down the river, it’s a buzz.
Ullswater
Hidden with a seculded spot within the hotel grounds and connected by glazed walkways, a large double bedroom and twin bedroom look out onto floor-to-ceiling views across the grounds to the lake and fells beyond.
Penrith
The stone-built Lakeland farmhouse and traditional barns on the Park have been converted into seven distinctive cottage units, each one offering ideal accommodation for convenient, flexible and leisurely family holidays.
Penrith
An unrivalled range of 1,2 and 3 day courses in the Arts, Crafts, Heritage skills, Baking, Textiles, Raku pottery, Wood /Stone carving, Willow & Wire, Ceramics, Glass, Silver and much much more.
Keswick
Lakesman Triathlon, Lakesmini kids races and Lakesmwim 2024
Penrith
Join Helen for a lovely day being guided through how to make this beautifully detailed garden friend using the needle felting process. Your piece will have a slightly sculpted low relief appearance, subtly enhancing the natural features of this…
Cumbria
This cycle tour heads north from Alston exploiting the breach in the Penines cut by the River South Tyne to explore the stretch of Hadrians Wall between Brampton and Haltwhistle.
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