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Towns and Villages in the Eden Valley

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.

  1. Alston
    Pretty Alston’s main claim to fame is that, at 1000 feet above sea level, it is England’s highest market town.
  2. Appleby-in-Westmorland
    Appleby-in-Westmorland
    This ancient market town and royal boroug is right in the heart of the Eden Valley and serves as the focal point for all of the surrounding villages and hamlets.
  3. Kirkby Stephen Railway Station on the Settle to Carlisle line
    Kirkby Stephen
    The ancient market town of Kirkby Stephen has seen its fair share of historical intrigue. Dominated by a handsome market square and a fine church.
  4. Penrith Town Centre
    Penrith
    Handsome, red-brick Penrith is the main gateway town for exploring the Eden Valley, while its easy road and rail links make Cumbria’s ancient capital a cinch to get in and out of.

 Eden Valley The most peaceful haven of pastoral calm

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    North Lakes Hotel & Spa, Ullswater Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8QT

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    01768 868111

    spa@northlakeshotel.co.uk

    Penrith

    The Spa at the North Lakes Hotel is the perfect destination to unwind and have some well-deserved 'me time'

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  2. Alston Town Centre
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    Alston Tourist Information Centre

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    Town Hall, Front Street, Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3RF

    Telephone

    01434 382244

    AlstonLocalLinks@eden.gov.uk

    Alston

    Alston Local Links situated in Alston Town Hall provides library, tourist information and access to Council services. In 2009 the staff won 'Tourism team of the year' at the Cumbria Tourism Awards.

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  3. St. Andrew's Church, Dacre
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    Dacre, PENRITH, Cumbria, CA11 0HL

    admin@dacrechurch.com

    PENRITH

    A beautiful Norman church on site of 7th century monastery in peaceful Lakeland location and home of the Dacre Bears, four unique medieval stone statues.

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  4. Upper Eden Visitor Centre
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    Upper Eden Visitor Centre

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    Market Street, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4QN

    Telephone

    017683 71199

    visit@uecp.org.uk

    Kirkby Stephen

    Information Centre providing an extensive range of information and services to people visiting the area, The Eden Valley and the surrounding region. Stockists of OS Maps covering the local area and guide books on a wide range of walks.

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    Another Place, The Lake, Lake District National Park, Another Place The Lake, Ullswater, Watermillock, Cumbria, CA11 0LP

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    Another Place, The Lake is a relaxed, contemporary hotel on the shores of Ullswater, from where you can explore the great outdoors. At the heart are good food, fresh air and relaxation.

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    Ullswater, Cumbria

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    St. Andrew's Church, Penrith

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    St. Andrews Place, PENRITH, Cumbria, CA11 7XX

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    01768 862867

    penrithparishoffice@gmail.com

    PENRITH

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    APPLEBY-IN-WESTMORLAND

    A small car park in the centre of Dufton. If this is full there is also plenty of parking available round the green or outside the church. All parking is free.

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    Tramper Hire - Lowther Castle & Gardens

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    Lowther Castle & Gardens, Lowther, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2HH

    Telephone

    01931 712192

    info@lowthercastle.org

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    ​​Lowther Castle and Gardens has it all dramatic ruins, beautiful gardens within gardens, an adventure playground to rival the best in the land and stunning Lake District views. Beyond the gardens is the wider estate, with parkland, woodland and the…

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    High Cascades and Park Brow Car Parks (National Trust), Ullswater

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    Dockray, PENRITH, Cumbria, CA11 0JY

    PENRITH

    Pay & Display. (NT members free). High Cascades has 35 spaces, Park Brow has 15 spaces.

    Best for accessing the high fells or walking to Aira Force. These smaller pay and display car parks are located just off the A5091.

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    Broad Close Car Park, Appleby-in-Westmorland

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    Broad Close, Chapel Street, APPLEBY-IN-WESTMORLAND, Cumbria, CA16 6QR

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    Open all day, seven days a week, chargeable times 8am to 6pm.

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  12. Patterdale
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    Ullswater Valley

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    01539 822222

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    Appleby Leisure Centre Car Park

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    Chapel Street, APPLEBY-IN-WESTMORLAND, Cumbria, CA16 6QR

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    Pay and display car park with 50 spaces, including disabled spaces.

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    Aira Force Car Park

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    Watermillock, Cumbria, CA11 0JS

    Pay & Display car park with 130 spaces, operated by The National Trust.
    Public toilets located adjacent to the car park.

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    Penrith North Lakes Railway Station

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    Ullswater Road, PENRITH, Cumbria, CA11 7JQ

    PENRITH

    Penrith (North Lakes) railway station is a station on the West Coast mainline, which serves as a major stop for people visiting the North Lakes area of Cumbria.

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    Bluebell Lane Car Park, Penrith

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    Brunswick Road, PENRITH, Cumbria, CA11 7LX

    PENRITH

    Pay and display car park with 133 spaces. Cars, bikes and light goods vehicles allowed up to 168 consecutive hours (7 days).

    Motorhomes, caravans and coaches up to 24 consecutive hours.

    Public toilets located nearby in Little Dockray.

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  17. Deepdale Horseshoe
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    Patterdale, Ullswater Valley

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    The walk around Deepdale's skyline crest, taking in all its summits, is a rather surprising walk. In terms of distance it's not particularly long and in terms of height its summits are by no means highest in the Lake District, but for out and out…

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    Penrith Station Multi-Storey Car Park

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    Ullswater Road, PENRITH, Cumbria, CA11 7JQ

    PENRITH

    Pay and display multip-storey car park on Ullswater road, with 11 spaces.
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  19. Cycling in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Cycling in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Villages and Viaducts

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    Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4QN

    Telephone

    01539 822222

    ops@uecp.org.uk

    Cumbria

    The only ride in this guide with some traffic-free sections, including the shared use dismantled railway route over two viaducts, once part of the coke carrying Stainmore Railway (more details from www.nvt.org.uk).

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    Dunmallard Car Park, Pooley Bridge

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    Pooley Bridge, PENRITH, Cumbria, CA10 2NP

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    Pay and display car park with 37 spaces. Open 7 days a week. Charges apply every day from 8am to 8pm.

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