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The Eden Valley is Cumbria at its most peaceful, a haven of pastoral calm and serenity that is the perfect spot to get away from it all, but without having to go too far.
Imagine a landscape of rolling meadows broken up by dry-stone walls and sleepy villages of sandstone cottages, criss-crossed by ancient Scottish droving lanes and paths. Add a handful of historic castles and a sprinkle of prehistoric stone circles and Neolithic forts. And then, just for good measure, add England’s most scenic railway line and England’s highest market town - Alston, at 1000 feet above sea level.
A hidden gem? We certainly think so. Flanked on its western side by the magnificent fells of the Lake District National Park and the equally stunning moorland and forests of the North Pennines to the east (which has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), this is England at its finest, where all kinds of country pursuits can be enjoyed at leisure.
Fancy some salmon or trout fishing? The waters of the River Eden are ideal spots, as is Ullswater to the southwest, where you can indulge your passion surrounded by glorious mountain scenery. The valley has plenty of stables and trekking centres if you want to explore the region on horseback, while the Eden Valley Loops run for 84 miles around Ullswater and the North Pennines and are perfect for riders, cyclists and walkers.
High above Castle Carrock and the King’s Forest, Simmerson Hill marks the spectacular end to the Pennine chain and has wonderful views in all directions: eastward toward Hexham and Newcastle; northward to Hadrian’s Wall and Scotland; and westward to Solway Firth and the Isle of Man.
Running through it is the Settle to Carlisle line, which cuts a scenic route through the valley and stops at a series of historic villages and market towns, including Penrith, Appleby-in-Westmorland (famous for its horse fair), Armathwaite, Langwathby and Kirkby Stephen.
Photo: Appleby-in-Westmorland
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Luxury sandstone longhouses, converted barns, traditional B&Bs and even a castle: there’s no shortage of places to stay in the Eden Valley region.- There’s no shortage of pubs, restaurants and tea rooms in the Eden Valley featuring the very best of local produce.
- Check out our calendar of events to find out what’s going on during your visit.
- For history and culture, shopping and relaxing, or getting active in the countryside, the Eden Valley and the North Pennines has you covered.
- Explore the towns and villages of Eden Valley & North Pennines
- Let us help you find inspiring places to visit with our travel itineraries. Whatever your choice of location, duration and budget, check out our recommendations.
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Family park set in magnificent scenery with access to lake Ullswater. Modern facilities for touring…
Opened in April 2019, The Queen’s Head Askham is a village pub with a difference just a two minute…
The Living Space is a place for eating, meeting and lounging on sofas. Its food is fresh, bold and…
Yanwath Gate Farm is perfect for exploring the unspoilt Eden Valley and the eastern fells of the…
We specialize in the leisure travel market. We provide unique pre-arranged private group short…
There’s nowhere quite like Rheged, where the arts meet good food, family and fun under a green…
Contemporary informal dining in the friendliest surroundings
Cycle your way steadily westwards, marvelling at the increasingly dramatic views of high Lakeland…
There are four Hive Cabins on the Park, an alternative Self Catering option to try. The Hive Cabins…
Pedal southwards, rising gradually to the open limestone farmland between Cumbria’s High Fells and…
At North Lakes Hotel our exciting new restaurant; FYR is now open.
Traditional, luxury sandstone longhouse. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, downstairs cloakroom. Log burner…
A climbing session on a mountain crag or rocky outcrop is one way to keep fit, and challenge…
This cycle tour heads north from Alston exploiting the breach in the Penines cut by the River South…
3 luxury wood and canvas glamping yurts, with electricity, full size king beds and log burning…
Buses to and through Wetheral: 75 Carlisle - Scotby - Wetheral.
There’s nowhere quite like Rheged, where the arts meet good food, family and fun under a green…
Across the valley floor and along its undulating sides, courtesy of stone bridges over the Eden and…
Beautifully converted 17thC farm buildings. Gallery, vegetarian restaurant, gift shop and 128 seat…
Cross Fell and its near neighbour Great Dun Fell are ringed by an amazing network of high-level…
Fancy feeling the freedom of abseiling down a cliff or off a railway viaduct? If you enjoy high…
Flanked by two walls of glass, the pool has views that blur the boundary between you and your…
1863 is more than a bar, bistro and B&B accommodation with seven elegant bedrooms; we are a family…
Conveniently located just fifteen minutes from the M6 motorway and halfway between Penrith and…
Eden Valley The most peaceful haven of pastoral calm
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Park Foot, Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2NATelephone
017684 86309Penrith
Family park set in magnificent scenery with access to lake Ullswater. Modern facilities for touring caravans and camping include bar, restaurant, takeaway, shop, pony trekking, tennis, bike hire, laundry and childrens playground.
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The Queen's Head Askham, Askham, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2PFTelephone
01931 712 225Penrith
Opened in April 2019, The Queen’s Head Askham is a village pub with a difference just a two minute walk from Askham Hall.
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Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
017684 83984Greystoke, Penrith
Over this busy one day course you will together build a cob pizza oven and so take home the knowledge to recreate your very own outdoor pizza oven (and huge source of warmth) in your own garden.
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Another Place, The Lake, Watermillock, Ullswater, Cumbria, CA11 0LPTelephone
01768 486442Ullswater
The Living Space is a place for eating, meeting and lounging on sofas. Its food is fresh, bold and distinctive.
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Gate Farm, Yanwath, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2LFTelephone
017687 80571Penrith
Yanwath Gate Farm is perfect for exploring the unspoilt Eden Valley and the eastern fells of the Lake District are right on your doorstep. Ullswater Lake is a mere 5-minute drive away.
We specialize in the leisure travel market. We provide unique pre-arranged private group short break holidays limited to 6 visitors. Our trips are carefully researched and planned in a tour setting saving you time and energy.
Re-covid-19: We are…Address
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
017684 839Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith
Spend a lovely day with Sue learning the art of lino cutting with a botanical/wildlife theme. To start the day you will learn various mark making and texture techniques on a small section of lino to become familiar with the tools involved. Students…
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Penrith
There’s nowhere quite like Rheged, where the arts meet good food, family and fun under a green grass roof. It’s where we share every aspect of what we love about our place.
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South Stainmore, Nr Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4DETelephone
01768 341937Nr Kirkby Stephen
Contemporary informal dining in the friendliest surroundings
Cycle your way steadily westwards, marvelling at the increasingly dramatic views of high Lakeland fells which rise up steeply behind the villages of Mosedale and Mungrisdale.
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Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
017684 83984Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith
Hand Stitch a leather bag in a day with Ruth Pullan
This workshop will give you the basic skills needed for leather work and at the same time you will make yourself a lovely bag using pre cut leather panels carefully prepared by Ruth. There will…
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Pooley Bridge, Soulby, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0JFTelephone
017684 86302Penrith
There are four Hive Cabins on the Park, an alternative Self Catering option to try. The Hive Cabins can be hired for short and weekly breaks. Fully equipped and some are dog friendly, complete with outside dog/boot wash.
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Pedal southwards, rising gradually to the open limestone farmland between Cumbria’s High Fells and the Eden Valley. Then freewheel down to the River Lyvennet and the charming limestone villages which mark its course.
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North Lakes Hotel & Spa, Ullswater Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8QTTelephone
01768 868111Penrith
At North Lakes Hotel our exciting new restaurant; FYR is now open.
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Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
017684 83984Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith
Come and enjoy a day with Dave Norman experimenting in this ancient Japanese technique of glazing and firing pottery
Exciting and fast moving, using heat, sawdust, fire and smoky bins, this stunning firing technique is irresistible and very much in…
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Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
017684 83984Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith
Make a textured Plant Pot in Porcelain with Gwen Bainbridge
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…
Penrith
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.
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Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
017684 83984Greystoke, Penrith
Design and make your own bespoke beautiful jewellery in a day. You can even bring along a small personal treasure to copy and make into a stunning personalised piece.
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Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
017684 83984Greystoke, Penrith
This day is for those who have some grounding in Pen ad Wash (you may have taken Margaret's Beginners course previously) . and so providing a chance for more practice under Margaret's gentle guidance, looking at how to put a composition tog
A climbing session on a mountain crag or rocky outcrop is one way to keep fit, and challenge yourself. As you look at the rock face the height and apparent blankness of the rock is what first strikes you, but when you get up close you realise the…
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