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Eden Valley & The North Pennines
The Eden Valley is located on the tranquil eastern side of Cumbria. A landscape of undulating meadows and beautiful villages gives this area of Cumbria a unique charm and character. The area’s varied history has left a wealth of fascinating places to discover, from enchanting castles and historic homes to impressive Neolithic henges and stone circles.
The splendour of the rolling green Eden Valley stretches towards the rugged pennine hills, with an array of sparkling rivers, wondrous wildlife and grand stately homes along the way.
To the south west is Ullswater, where you can take a lake cruise to take in the surrounding soaring montains such as Helvellyn or simply enjoy a stroll along the lakeshore. This little known part of Cumbria is scattered with hidden gems and amazing market towns such as Penrith, Appleby and Kirkby Stephen. Better yet, soak in the charm of traditional villages like Askham and Langwathby.
Use the interactive map and click on the different towns shown below to expore and find out more about that area.
Middle Eden/Pennines End
Just to the southeast of the Carlisle area, the Middle River Eden gorges lie at the heart of this glacial sculptured, dry stone walled, sandstone cottage, sleepy traditional Cumbrian Village landscape.
Flanked by The Lake District National Park to the West and The Pennines to the East this area of natural beauty and quiet country lanes is one of Cumbria's hidden Gems.
Simmerson Hill high above Castle Carrock and The Kings Forest marks a spectacular end to the Pennine Chain, with views eastwards towards Hexham and Newcastle, Northwards to Hadrian's Wall, Border Reiver (the Debatable Lands) and Scotland, and Westward to the Solway Firth, The Isle of Man and The Lake District.
The Tour of Britain cycle route and ancient Scottish cattle droving lanes and paths criss cross the area, while grouse fells, salmon & trout fishing, horse ridding and country pursuits can be enjoyed by visitors throughout Middle Eden.
Places to stay
Find your perfect place to stay in this beautiful part of Eden...
Tottergill Farm
The award winning Tottergill Farm is a range of exclusive holiday cottages set in the tranquil Cumbrian countryside. Offering cosy wood-burning stoves, relaxing hot-tubs and breath-taking views.Tottergill Farm is a dog-friendly property.
Jenny's Croft
Traditional, luxury sandstone cottage with 2 double ensuite bedrooms. Cast iron log burning stove in living room & open plan with dining room. Oak & granite kitchen and separate utility and cloakroom. Kitchen opens onto sunny patio with BBQ
Bank House Bed and Breakfast
A beautiful period house with a large terraced garden giving fabulous views to the Lakeland fells. A special place to stay with a warm and friendly atmosphere where you can enjoy a superb breakfast.
Heads Nook Hall Cottage
The Holiday Cottage. Modern fitted kitchen. Two bedrooms; 1 x king size and 1 x 2 singles. Luxury bathroom with shower, bath and bidet.
Glassonby Old Hall
Traditional, luxury sandstone longhouse with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. 2 Log burners in living room and main hall. 4 oven Aga, electric oven, BBQ and garden furniture in enclosed garden.
Heads Nook Hall B & B
Heads Nook Hall B&B offers a unique luxury Country Guest House experience, with a welcome as warm as the roaring open fires and just 7 miles from Carlisle, close to market town Brampton, is an ideal base for touring this beautiful region.
Elk Cottage
Traditional, luxury sandstone cottage with 2 double ensuite bedrooms. Cast iron log burning stove & leather armchairs in living room. Oak & granite kitchen and separate utility. Dining room leads to French doors onto lawned garden with BBQ
Stag Cottage
Carefully restored 17th century sandstone barn within the grounds of Melmerby Hall. 3 ensuite double bedrooms, 1 on the ground floor. Log burning stove in inglenook fireplace and complimentary logs. Private parking and garden with Weber BBQ
Harrison House
Beautifully converted 18th Century barn. Three double bedrooms, walled garden, stunning fell views, private terraces, access to sauna.
Riverain Cottage
Grade 2 listed former Carriage House set within Blencowe Hall's grounds. 3 double ensuite bedrooms, 1 downstairs. Open plan kitchen dining and log burning stove in sitting room with beautiful views. Private parking and garden with Weber BBQ
The Ginney Country Guest House
A converted Lakeland Bank Barn built in the 1700s from local stone with open oak beams. Set in the peaceful village of Catterlen, just off J41 M6, The Ginney is the ideal location to explore The Lake District, Eden Valley or Hadrians Wall.
George and Dragon
The George and Dragonis a beautifully restored 18thC coaching inn situated in a quiet village near Penrith. The restaurant and pub serves fresh, seasonal produce from the owners family estate as well as a range of excellent wines and ales.
Cazenovia Hall
Historic, luxury restoration of sandstone barn into cottage with 4 ensuite bedrooms with private garden and parking. Log burner, garden furniture, Weber BBQ and dining room table which converts into billiards table. Four oven Aga and hob.
Gill Beck Barn
Luxury restoration of sandstone barn into three ensuite bedroom accommodation (2 downstairs), open plan dining kitchen with 2 oven Aga and hob, log burner, garden furniture, Weber BBQ, private garden and parking. Walkers paradise.
Kirkbride Hall
Traditional, luxury sandstone longhouse. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, downstairs cloakroom. Log burner in living room, doors open onto large garden, Weber BBQ and garden furniture. Bosch appliances and American style fridge freezer in kitchen.
Roundthorn Country House
The Roundthorn is a Grade II listed Georgian mansion is set in its own landscaped grounds and enjoys panoramic views of the Eden Valley, the Pennines and Lakeland Fells.
Melmerby Hall
Melmerby Hall sleeps 18 guests in 9 ensuite bedrooms. An English country manor house, it boasts unbeatable relaxing and entertaining space. Breakfast in the orangery, BBQ overlooking fabulous gardens and woodland and cook in the 4 oven Aga.
The Mews @ Roundthorn
Luxury one and two bedroom Mews apartments set in the grounds of the Roundthorn Country House, overlooking the Eden Valley and Lakeland Fells. Guests are welcome to enjoy the use of the hotel facilities on site.
North Lakes Hotel & Spa
Take a warm Cumbrian welcome, a team of people who love to look after you and fantastic facilities, a perfect combination at any time of the year. Public areas are spacious with log fires and deep, comfy sofas throughout.
Todd Hills Hall Farm
Traditional and superbly appointed sandstone farmhouse with 6 ensuite bedrooms. Stunning views and a walkers’ paradise, 2 log burning stoves, Aga, side by side fridge freezer in oak and granite kitchen. Private parking and garden with BBQ.
‘Kaleidoscope’ – A New Exhibition from Green Door
Penrith
Tue 5 Nov 2019 - Sun 12 Jan 2020
‘Kaleidoscope’ – a new exhibition from Green Door artists celebrating their diversity and originality in the prestigious and attractive Upfront gallery.
The Great Print Exhibition 5
Penrith
Fri 6 Dec 2019 - Sun 8 Mar 2020
The largest exhibition of original print in the UK with over 500 artworks from 80 artists.
Magical Christmas Market
Penrith
Sun 8 Dec 2019
The former home of the Earls of Lonsdale will come alive with the sights and sounds of a traditional Christmas market this December, when more than 50 stalls take residence in the grounds of Askham Hall and Gardens.
Guided Badger Watch
Penrith
Mon 9 Dec 2019
From the comfort of the Haweswater Badger Hide (new for 2019), you can watch the 'Haweswater Badgers' as they forage and socialise, allowing you the unique opportunity to observe these secretive mammals at close range.
Conservation Day at Smardale Nature Reserve
Kirkby Stephen
Wed 11 Dec 2019
We'll be carrying out scrub clearance and coppicing along the disused railway line to maintain habitat.
Guided Badger Watch
Penrith
Wed 11 Dec 2019
From the comfort of the Haweswater Badger Hide (new for 2019), you can watch the 'Haweswater Badgers' as they forage and socialise, allowing you the unique opportunity to observe these secretive mammals at close range.
Fresh & natural Christmas Wreaths
Greystoke
Thu 12 Dec 2019
Make your own personalised large Christmas Door wreath
Chistmas Banquet
Appleby-in-Westmorland
Sat 14 Dec 2019
Celebrate the Christmas season in style with a Banquet in the Great Hall of Appleby Castle serenaded by Carol Singers who will perform a variety of well know Christmas Carols throughout the evening and meal.
Guided Badger Watch
Penrith
Mon 16 Dec 2019
From the comfort of the Haweswater Badger Hide (new for 2019), you can watch the 'Haweswater Badgers' as they forage and socialise, allowing you the unique opportunity to observe these secretive mammals at close range.
Conservation Day at Eycott Hill Nature Reserve
Penrith
Tue 17 Dec 2019
Help us with practical tasks over the summer and autumn including bridge building, tree maintenance and drystone walling.
Guided Badger Watch
Penrith
Wed 18 Dec 2019
From the comfort of the Haweswater Badger Hide (new for 2019), you can watch the 'Haweswater Badgers' as they forage and socialise, allowing you the unique opportunity to observe these secretive mammals at close range.
Festive Family Gathering with Games & Film
Alston
Fri 20 Dec 2019
Our first family gathering includes a festive games competition and a film. A classic, featuring a young Macaulay Culkin stranded at home for Christmas! Fun for all ages (PG)
Festive Family Gathering with Games and Film
Alston
Mon 23 Dec 2019
A matinee of fun and Elfishness for younger families. Join the Elf parade and win a prize for the best dressed. From 7pm, a round of classic games and a Christmas fantasy film by Frank Capra, perfect for older families and friends.
New Years Eve Party
Appleby-in-Westmorland
Tue 31 Dec 2019
High Class Banquet Pianist Bag Pipes Fireworks Dancing Disco An amazing way to bring in the new years.
Trio Volant – clarinet, oboe and bassoon
Appleby-in-Westmorland
Sun 26 Jan 2020
Trio Volant, a Manchester based woodwind trio, was formed in 2010 whilst all the members were studying at the Royal Northern College of Music
Penrith Wedding Fayre at North Lakes Hotel & Spa
Penrith
Sun 26 Jan 2020
Plenty of our best suppliers makes this a Wedding Fayre not to be missed!
FIT Cumbria
Penrith
Sat 1 - Sun 2 Feb 2020
Cumbria's first and biggest 2 day health and fitness show dedicated to helping you get your 2020 off to an active start.
Jamal Aliyev (cello) with piano accompaniment
Appleby-in-Westmorland
Sun 9 Feb 2020
Jamal Aliyev (cello) with piano accompaniment
Montane Trail 10 Dalemain
Penrith
Sun 23 Feb 2020
The Trail 10 Dalemain is a 10k trail run that takes from Dalemain Estate near Penrith in the Lake District. It starts and finishes in the courtyard of Dalemain House which provides a stunning location for this popular event.
Eden Valley Epic Cycle Sportive
Penrith
Sun 1 Mar 2020
60 miles of cycling through the stunning Eden Valley. It’s undulating, it’s beautiful, but it’s not as severe as many Lake District routes. One thing you’ll notice is the distinct lack of cars, which makes it perfect cycling country.
Extracts from the Cumbria Film Archive
Appleby-in-Westmorland
Sun 1 Mar 2020
Eden-centric extracts from the Cumbria Film Archive.
Needle Felt a Hare, Owl or Bunny
Greystoke
Tue 3 Mar 2020
Carefully needle felt a soft blended wool mix into a soft and unique endearing animal. With Annis McGowan.
Artisan Bread and Scones making Workshop
Greystoke
Wed 4 Mar 2020
On these combined Artisan Bread and Scone day you will make three bread recipes and two Scone recipes, one being a sourdough version.
Textured Planters in Porcelain
Greystoke
Thu 5 Mar 2020
A day with this talented ceramics artist to create a unique piece for your favourite pot plant, of approx 5 inches across, but which would look equally effective as a statement in its own right.
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