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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
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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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Buses to and through Wetheral: 75 Carlisle - Scotby - Wetheral.
We are delighted to announce that we are now offering Cycle Hire from the beautiful surroundings of…
The holiday lodges & caravans provide accommodation of an excellent standard being tastefully…
A climbing session on a mountain crag or rocky outcrop is one way to keep fit, and challenge…
Create your own beautiful jewellery with Sterling Silver, Pearls and Semi-Precious Stones.
There are four Hive Cabins on the Park, an alternative Self Catering option to try. The Hive Cabins…
A leading holiday cottage lettings company with a selection of handpicked cottages in Cumbria and…
Fancy feeling the freedom of abseiling down a cliff or off a railway viaduct? If you enjoy high…
A much loved historic family home, set against the grandeur and picturesque splendour of the…
Historic house and gardens based on a medieval pele towers with substantial 17th, 18th and 19thC…
Traditional and superbly appointed sandstone farmhouse with 6 ensuite bedrooms. Stunning views and …
High Greenside Bed and Breakfast is in a beautiful location situated on the fringe of the…
A traditional English country inn located on the village green of Talkin. Log fire in the lounge, 4…
Waterfoot Park is located within the Lake District National Park, easily accessible from J40 M6.
Make a professional Hand rolled Drum lampshade from your chosen fabric with Sonja Tileard These…
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Join us on board one of our heritage vessels and enjoy a calming cruise along Ullswater, the most…
Spend an enjoyable and relaxed morning or afternoon creating handmade gift cards and tags for…
A neo-Gothic Victorian fantasy, romantic, quirky, laid back and utterly beguiling. The ultimate…
Peaceful rural park, woodland setting. Fully-serviced hardstanding pitches.
Nature and Botanics in Lino Cut with Sue Rowland Spend a lovely day with Sue learning the art of…
A short stroll from the main Aira Force car park is the Aira Force tea-room, a place to relax and…
There’s nowhere quite like Rheged, where the arts meet good food, family and fun under a green…
Star Gazing with a difference. Join us on our beautiful private country estate for an evening of…
Eden Valley The most peaceful haven of pastoral calm
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The north western side of Ullswater is a mixture of low rolling fells interspersed with picturesque hamlets. Criss-crossing this
quiet corner of the Lake District is a network of lanes and fell roads.
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George and Dragon, Clifton, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2ERTelephone
01768 865381Penrith
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.
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Unit 1, Westgate House, Brunswick Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7JUTelephone
01768 890666Penrith
Booths is a family owned and operated independent supermarket with over 160 years tradition of quality food & drink retailing. We develop strong relationships with the best local suppliers and we are passionate about giving our customers a taste of…
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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
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
10.00am – 4.00pm
£75 Lunch included
Material Charges £0Make a simple, versatile pattern to flatter your figure, choose from either a bodice/tunic pattern or Trousers or alterations to Bodice - styled uniquely to you.
TUNIC workshop - see…
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Lowther Castle & Gardens, Lowther Castle, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2HHTelephone
07521 703205Penrith
A new event for this season, based at Lowther Castle – this great loop explores some of the best areas of the Northern Lakes to ride a bike. Challenging climbs, breath taking descents, lake shores, mountains, wild ponies, hidden roman roads – and…
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Ullswater Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8QTTelephone
01768 868111Penrith
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.
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Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
017684 83984Greystoke, Penrith
Join Adrian Wood for an exciting day of blacksmithing.
Choose from dragon hooks, rams-head fire pokers or sculptural garden flowers - all popular choices for this one day workshop.Address
The Pier House, Glenridding, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0USTelephone
017684 82229Penrith
Join us on board one of our heritage vessels and enjoy a calming cruise along Ullswater, the most beautiful lake in the Lake District. Ullswater 'Steamers' have been sailing on Ullswater for over 160 years, giving passengers the chance to enjoy the…
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Lowther Castle, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2HHTelephone
01931 712192Penrith
Imagine coming to a ruined castle, walking through its gardens and into the woodlands and stumbling across one of the largest adventure playgrounds in the country. When you do this at Lowther, you have found the lost castle.
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Alston
Family-run hotel with 5 en suite letting rooms. Real ales a speciality. Menu offering a wide choice of dishes giving real value for money. Solway CAMRA Pub of the Year 2009 & 10.
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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
'Painting on Silk' with Margaret Wilmot
Spend an exciting day with Margaret creating a design and painting this onto pure silk, using steam-fix dyes and hot wax.
Silk is a protein, like all the animal-based yarns such as cashmere, angora, mohair…
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The Rheged Centre, Redhills, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0DQTelephone
01768 868000Penrith
Learn the skill of glass fusing and express your creativity by making a decorative glass curve, glass dish and glass hanging. With hands-on guidance from Roxanne you'll get a beginner-friendly introduction to different forms of glass, how colour…
Penrith
Conveniently located just fifteen minutes from the M6 motorway and halfway between Penrith and Keswick, the Whitbarrow Village resort sits beneath the Blencathra Fell and offers both luxury and serenity to all who visit.
PENRITH
The Blue Swallow is a family run Guest House in the heart of Cumbria, offering a range of comfortable, spotlessly clean, good sized rooms and a hearty breakfast to start your day.
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Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, Lake District, CA17 4NWTelephone
07960351421Cumbria
6 Exclusive luxury log cabins on a beautiful seven acre private grounds, each with its own private outdoor hot tub, offering peace, tranquility and wonderful views, walking distance to three fantastic village pubs. National Park location.
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Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
+441768483984Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith
Weave your very own bespoke rush bag with Rachel Frost
This is a wonderful opportunity to make your own personal woven rush bag in a day, using the native common bulrush (Scirpus Lacustris). working on wooden blocks, you will learn how to weave…
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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
Discover this age old technique of casting in Pewter, create your own unique designs using a cuttlefish cast with Ella MacIntosh.
This time served technique using this unusual material produces fantastic tactile results and is a great way to…
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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
One day Beginners' workshop ~ Learn essential knowledge and practical skills to improve your photography with Danielle Ledbury.
This is a one day beginner's course that gives you the opportunity to learn in a fun practical way, it is a mixture of…
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Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
017684 83984Greystoke, Penrith
In this workshop you’ll be creating a beautiful Christmas willow angel.
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