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Cumbria’s Eden Valley and the North Pennines are two of Cumbria’s best kept secrets. Whether you want calmness and serenity or adrenaline-packed adventure, these epic landscapes offer the perfect place to reinvigorate. All away from the madding crowd.
From horseriding to rockclimbing, caving to paragliding, thrillseekers won’t be disappointed. As well as family cycling, classic climbs and mountain biking, you can join long-distance bike rides including the Pennine Cycleway, the Sea to Sea (C2C) and the Walney to Wear and Whitby (W2W). For uninterrupted walking, there’s everything from accessible routes like Dufton to High Cup Nick, to the challenge of the famous Pennine Way National Trail.
The North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a rich tapestry of moorland heather, woodlands, hay meadows, and tumbling rivers and waterfalls. With some of the darkest skies in the country, it’s also the perfect place to stargaze.
At 1000 feet above sea level, Alston is England’s highest market town and the scenic South Tynedale Railway is the highest narrow gauge railway in the country too. Higher still is the village of Nenthead, with its fascinating mining and industrial past.
This is also a cultural landscape. See if you can spot the ‘Eden Benchmarks’, ten magnificent contemporary stone sculptures which pop up along the length of the River Eden.
Myths and legends fill the air in the ancient market towns of Appleby and Kirkby Stephen (both stops on the world-famous Settle to Carlisle Railway). This part of Cumbria is renowned for its sprinkling of prehistoric stone circles, Neolithic forts and dramatic landmarks like the 13th century Brougham Castle.
Soak in more heritage at historic homes and gardens Hutton in the Forest, Askham Hall Gardens, Acorn Bank and Dalemain Mansion and Historic Gardens – famous for the World's Original Marmalade Festival. The huge Lost Castle Adventure Playground at Lowther Castle and Gardens is also a must for families.
Of course, the gateway to the Eden Valley is Penrith with its distinctive red sandstone architecture and plenty of atmospheric pubs and specialist, family-run shops. Don’t miss Rheged with its galleries, cinemas, shops and café bursting with local produce.
Photo: Appleby-in-Westmorland
Explore Eden Valley & North Pennines
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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A fine Regency house surrounded by 22 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland in a stunning…
A climbing session on a mountain crag or rocky outcrop is one way to keep fit, and challenge…
The Queen’s Head Askham is a village pub with a difference just a two minute walk from Askham Hall.…
Traditional and superbly appointed sandstone farmhouse with 6 ensuite bedrooms. Stunning views and …
3 luxury wood and canvas glamping yurts, with electricity, full size king beds and log burning…
Join printmaker Hester Cox for an insight into this exciting and diverse printmaking method.…
There’s nowhere quite like Rheged, where the arts meet good food, family and fun under a green…
The Living Space is a place for eating, meeting and lounging on sofas. Its food is fresh, bold and…
The George and Dragonis a beautifully restored 18thC coaching inn situated in a quiet village near…
A leading holiday cottage lettings company with a selection of handpicked cottages in Cumbria and…
The traditional hunting lodge style of the North Lakes Hotel & Spa reflects the rugged beauty of…
Heads Nook Hall B&B offers a unique luxury Country Guest House experience, with a welcome as warm…
Beech House is a family run guest house offering a warm and friendly atmosphere. It is situated in…
Blencowe Hall accommodates 24 guests in 12 double bedrooms, 10 ensuite and 2 on the ground floor.…
Romantic Lakeland Stone cottages with terraced garden. The ideal location for a Lake District…
Traditional, luxury sandstone cottage with 2 double ensuite bedrooms. Cast iron log burning stove &…
Fancy feeling the freedom of abseiling down a cliff or off a railway viaduct? If you enjoy high…
Askham Hall's beautifully remodelled dining area is made up of three exquisite rooms and overseen…
Grade 2 listed former Carriage House set within Blencowe Hall's grounds. 3 double ensuite bedrooms,…
Haweswater is the most easterly lake in the Lake District and is also an important reservoir.…
Hay meadows, wet grassland, scrub, hedges, ponds and the beck provide homes for a wealth of…
An immersive two hours spent elbow deep in stunning, scented, sustainably grown and sourced fresh…
One mile east of Orton is the ancient Gamelands stone circle. One of the largest in Cumbria, all of…
Rock around the Christmas tree at the Inn on the Lake this December! Expect a sparkling party…
Eden Valley The most peaceful haven of pastoral calm
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Penrith
Peaceful rural park, woodland setting. Fully-serviced hardstanding pitches.
Address
Blencowe Hall, Blencowe, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0DFTelephone
07968 258234Penrith
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.
Address
Inn on the Lake, Ullswater, Glenridding, Cumbria, CA11 0PETelephone
017684 82444Glenridding
Rock around the Christmas tree at the Inn on the Lake this December!
Expect a sparkling party night full of festive cheer, fabulous food and fantastic dance moves that will carry on into the night.
The party starts at 7pm in our spectacular Lake…
Address
Little Salkeld, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 1NWPenrith
Second largest circle in England - 360' diameter. Long Meg is an outlying stone and is decorated with concentric circle - late Neolithic or early Bronze Age (c2000 or earlier).
Address
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
Create your own gorgeous needle felted sheep using soft Herdwick blended wool, with Annis McGowan.
Create your own unique and characterful heavy Herdwick doorstop, weighing around 3.5kg and measuring 38cm long, using all quality wools including…
Address
Watermillock, Ullswater, Cumbria, CA11 0LPTelephone
01768 486442Ullswater
Flanked by two walls of glass, the pool has views that blur the boundary between you and your lakeside location.
Our shortest route has no huge hills to tackle, but the lofty northern fells are an ever-present backdrop as you ride westwards along quiet country lanes to the pretty village of Greystoke and back.
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Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
017684 83984Greystoke, Penrith
Bring your own small item of furniture and learn the techniques to upcycle it using chalk paints. With Sonja Tilleard.
Address
Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
017684 83984Greystoke, Penrith
On these combined Artisan Bread and Scone day you will make three bread recipes and two Scone recipes, one being a sourdough version.
Address
Pooley Bridge, Soulby, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0JFTelephone
017684 86302Penrith
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…
Experience something truly unique. Join us on a tranquil night-time canoe paddle on Coniston Water and enjoy the beauty and vastness of the night sky in the heart of the Lake District.
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Edenhall Estate, The Courtyard, Edenhall, Cumbria, CA11 8STEdenhall
Join us at Edenhall Estate, a world of tranquillity and adventure right between The Lake District National Park and the drama of the Pennine Fells.
To be able to walk the track taken by the miners of old, to explore the hidden gems beneath our feet and experience the skill and workmanship demonstrated by these men, is indeed a privilege.
Address
Watermillock, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0JSTelephone
01768482067Penrith
A short stroll from the main Aira Force car park is the Aira Force tea-room, a place to relax and refuel ready for your next adventure. It’s open daily from 10am – 4.30pm, with indoor and outdoor seating, serving some tasty treats and refreshing…
PENRITH
Camper van hire in the lakes from a family run business, enjoy the freedom and beauty the Lake District has to offer in one of our VW California’s.
Address
High Street, Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2NHTelephone
017684 86334Penrith
Dinner at 1863 will no doubt generate conversation around the table on the night, but (we hope!) will also give you something to talk about long after you’ve left for the evening.
Ullswater
Iconic, lakeshore villa, recently restored to a five star boutique country house B&B.
Address
Hause Hall Farm, Martindale, Near Ullswater, CUMBRIA, CA10 2NFTelephone
07968 258234Near Ullswater
Traditional, luxury sandstone Farmhouse and cottages accommodates 18 in 9 double bedrooms, 8 ensuite and family bathroom. Superb views from Day room. Open plan sitting room, dining room and kitchen. Aga, weber BBQ and teak garden furniture
Address
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
+441768483984Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith
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 in…
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Talkin Tarn Country Park, Tarn Road, Brampton, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA8 1HNTelephone
01228 598596Brampton, Carlisle
Join open-air Shakespeare specialists The Pantaloons Theatre Company at Talkin Tarn Country Park in Carlisle on a voyage to an enchanted island full of adventure, romance, magic and… monsters!
Expect music and mayhem, poetry and puppetry in the…
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