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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.
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 (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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Cumbrian willow master Phil Bradley will join us yet again and guide us through a day of sculpting…
Great cycling activities for all the family in the Lake District and Cumbria. With mountains and…
Warm, specially designed cottages on a hill farm with access to fells for walking, bird watching,…
The route is the last section of the Pennine Cycleway - a Sustrans route. It consists of 150 miles…
Idyllic setting overlooking Ullswater. Number one holiday park on Tripadvisor in the Lake District…
Welcome to the world of glamping! We have four heated self-catering Glamping Pods for hire.
Package Holidays and Support Services for Wainwright's Coast to Coast Path plus bespoke Coast to…
This year we are celebrating our 40th anniversary. Celebrate with us and take up the challenge to…
Heads Nook Hall B&B offers a unique luxury Country Guest House experience, with a welcome as warm…
A tranquil haven with an almost-forgotten industrial past. Walled garden with outstanding medicinal…
We offer a wide range of land and water based activities in the Lake District including RYA sailing…
Over this busy one day course you will together build a cob pizza oven and so take home the…
A world hidden from the surface but full of adventure and challenge for all. From simple…
A high-level approach to the summit plateau of the eastern giant, High Street, then a steady…
A fabulous traditional inn at the heart of the picturesque village of Pooley Bridge, next to Lake…
Make beautiful needle felt Owls using various shades of blended wool, with Annis McGowan The…
Fancy feeling the freedom of abseiling down a cliff or off a railway viaduct? If you enjoy high…
Traditional and superbly appointed sandstone farmhouse with 6 ensuite bedrooms. Stunning views and …
Carefully needle felt a soft blended wool mix into a soft and unique endearing animal. With Annis…
The Fellrunner Buses are operated and driven by local volunteers for the benefit of the community…
Fancy feeling the freedom of abseiling down a cliff or off a railway viaduct? If you enjoy high…
A leading holiday cottage lettings company with a selection of handpicked cottages in Cumbria and…
Join us at Edenhall Estate, a world of tranquillity and adventure right between The Lake District…
Charming 16-bed, 4* AA Highly Commended Inn in gorgeous conservation village with separate…
Eden Valley The most peaceful haven of pastoral calm
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Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
017684 83984Greystoke, Penrith
Cumbrian willow master Phil Bradley will join us yet again and guide us through a day of sculpting and creating our own willow birds either for our own garden or fireplaces.
Cumbria
Great cycling activities for all the family in the Lake District and Cumbria. With mountains and valleys, miles of mature forest, endless lake and coastal shores, the landscape of Cumbria makes an amazing place to go cycling.
Brampton
Warm, specially designed cottages on a hill farm with access to fells for walking, bird watching, cycling. Children any age welcome as are pets by prior arrangement. Entry is usually available from 13.00.
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-The route is the last section of the Pennine Cycleway - a Sustrans route. It consists of 150 miles from the historic market town of Appleby-in-Westmorland to Berwick-upon-Tweed .
Penrith
Idyllic setting overlooking Ullswater. Number one holiday park on Tripadvisor in the Lake District 2017. Green Tourism Gold Award 2017. Top 100 Park 2017. Free showers, bathrooms and probably the best campsite bar in Britain.
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Pooley Bridge, Soulby, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0JFTelephone
017684 86302Penrith
Welcome to the world of glamping! We have four heated self-catering Glamping Pods for hire.
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Coast to Coast Packhorse, Unit 2, Wild Boar, St Lukes Road, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4HTTelephone
017683 71777St Lukes Road, Kirkby Stephen
Package Holidays and Support Services for Wainwright's Coast to Coast Path plus bespoke Coast to Coast Cycle Routes and Packages from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay.
This year we are celebrating our 40th anniversary. Celebrate with us and take up the challenge to take part in Ride Infinity in this exciting milestone year.
Brampton
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.
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Temple Sowerby, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 1SPTelephone
017683 61893Penrith
A tranquil haven with an almost-forgotten industrial past. Walled garden with outstanding medicinal and culinary herb collection and orchards, woodland walks to a restored watermill.
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Glenridding Sailing Centre, The Spit, Glenridding, Cumbria, CA11 0PETelephone
017684 82541Glenridding
We offer a wide range of land and water based activities in the Lake District including RYA sailing courses, corporate events, team building activities, youth group events, and family adventure days.
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Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
017684 83984Greystoke, Penrith
During this fascinating day with Kim you will learn about the history and technical process of cyanotype and proceed to coat papers and/or material to create unique prints
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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.
A world hidden from the surface but full of adventure and challenge for all. From simple passageways to great labyrinths. Your journey feels like you’re reaching into the bowels of the earth on a true adventure. The experience is incredibly…
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Haweswater, --
A high-level approach to the summit plateau of the eastern giant, High Street, then a steady descent via Mardale Ill Bell and the old packhorse route that crosses Nan Bield Pass.
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Finkle Street, Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, CA10 2NPPooley Bridge
A fabulous traditional inn at the heart of the picturesque village of Pooley Bridge, next to Lake Ullswater. Home-cooked food and cask ales served in the cosy bar or outdoors on the large sun terrace overlooking the river.
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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 beautiful needle felt Owls using various shades of blended wool, with Annis McGowan
The owls are approximately 15.cm (6") high and each one will be unique to you as the wool will have been carded individually for each owls. You can use your…
Ullswater
Fancy feeling the freedom of abseiling down a cliff or off a railway viaduct?
If you enjoy high level excitements then why not step boldly over the edge of a near-vertical rock face or abseil down the side of a railway viaduct?Penrith
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.
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Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
017684 83984Greystoke, Penrith
Carefully needle felt a soft blended wool mix into a soft and unique endearing animal. With Annis McGowan.
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