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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.
Highlights
Sculpt a life size Wire Owl.. ready for flight in your Garden with Susan Nichols. This August,…
Spend an exciting day with Margaret creating a design and painting this onto pure silk, using…
Yanwath Gate Farm is perfect for exploring the unspoilt Eden Valley and the eastern fells of the…
Over this busy one day course you will together build a cob pizza oven and so take home the…
1863 is more than a bar, bistro and B&B accommodation with seven elegant bedrooms; we are a family…
'Artist Blacksmith for a Day' with Adrian Woods - making Rams Head Pokers. Take Artist Blacksmith…
6 Exclusive luxury log cabins on a beautiful seven acre private grounds, each with its own private…
Buses to and through Wetheral: 75 Carlisle - Scotby - Wetheral.
Historic, luxury restoration of sandstone barn into cottage with 4 ensuite bedrooms with private…
Carefully restored 17th century sandstone barn within the grounds of Melmerby Hall. 3 ensuite…
Cycle your way steadily westwards, marvelling at the increasingly dramatic views of high Lakeland…
Traditional, luxury sandstone longhouse with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. 2 Log burners in living…
Cumbrian willow master Phil Bradley will join us yet again and guide us through a day of sculpting…
The Quiet Site is a family-run site situated in a secluded position amongst the stunning fells that…
Join Alister Neville, learn & carve a design for a decorative plaque, bowl or house sign. Arriving…
At the Ullswater caravan park, we specialise in a friendly welcome, practical family facilities and…
The high rolling hills of Alston Moor separate two deep valleys which hold the upper reaches of the…
Be an artist Blacksmith for a Day with Adrian Woods - making two Sculptural Garden Flowers. …
There’s nowhere quite like Rheged, where the arts meet good food, family and fun under a green…
The Blue Swallow is a family run Guest House in the heart of Cumbria, offering a range of…
The Fellrunner Buses are operated and driven by local volunteers for the benefit of the community…
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 walk on the banks of the river Eden, in the former Forest of Inglewood.
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
Phil Bradley, Cumbria's master willow weaver, has been responsible for creating several life size willow sheep in a number of secret locations around the north of England and we have persuaded him to take classes here!
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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.
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Jenny's Croft, Glassonby, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 1DUTelephone
07968 258234Penrith
Traditional, luxury sandstone cottage with 2 double ensuite bedrooms. Cast iron log burning stove in living room & open plan with dining room. Oak & granite kitchen and separate utility and cloakroom. Kitchen opens onto sunny patio with BBQ
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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.
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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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.
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Blencowe Hall, Blencowe, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0DFTelephone
07968 258234Penrith
Grade 2 listed former Carriage House set within Blencowe Hall's grounds. 3 double ensuite bedrooms, 1 downstairs. Open plan kitchen dining and log burning stove in sitting room with beautiful views. Private parking and garden with Weber BBQ
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-A relatively easy 112 miles cycle route through the beautiful scenery of the Eden Valley. The route passes through; Carlisle, Brampton, Kirkoswald, Langwathby, Dufton, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Penrith, and Dalston.
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Clifton, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2ERTelephone
01768 865381Penrith
The George and Dragon is a stylish country inn with a cosy bar, lovely restaurant and comfortable bedrooms - ideally located on the edge of the Lake District, in a lesser known part of Cumbria.
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Patterdale, Near Glenridding, Ullswater, Penrith, CA11 0NPTelephone
0121 240 0195Ullswater
Spacious, comfortable, warm and well-equipped, Broad How is a charming, large Lakeland house, sleeping 14, ideally sited in an acre of grounds, 0.5 mile from village of Patterdale, pub and shop. Restaurants, steamer and boat hire 1.5 miles.
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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
During this two day course you will start with a selected quarter length of ash called a stave, around 6ft 4" in length, which will be reduced using the traditional axe and bill hook tools of yesteryear. In time the students will each move onto a…
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Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
017684 83984Greystoke, Penrith
Perfect for all abilities, including, Pip Hall is a nationally renowned professional Stone Carver of many years experience and provides the ideal introduction to Stone Carving.
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Watermillock, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0JSTelephone
01768482067Penrith
The stream which flows over Aira Force is Aira Beck, which rises on the upper slopes of Stybarrow Dodd at a height of 720 metres and flows north-easterly before turning south, blocked by the high heather-covered slopes of Gowbarrow Fell.
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-Appleby in Westmorland to Arnside - 98 miles. From the Pennines to Morecambe Bay taking in much of the Lake District and remaining entirely within the old county of Westmorland.
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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
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 also be an option to dye the panels various colours…
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Appleby Tourist Information Centre, Moot Hall, Boroughgate, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XETelephone
01539 822222Boroughgate, Appleby-in-Westmorland
Ancient Orton village (with its own chocolate factory) makes a welcome midway refreshment stop after you’ve ridden out of the Eden Valley and entered the grey limestone of the Orton Fells area.
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Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4NGTelephone
015396 23204Kirkby Stephen
Charming 14-bed 4* AA Highly Commended Inn in gorgeous conservation village with separate restaurant, small private restaurant, bar and lounge.
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High Longthwaite, Watermillock, Ullswater Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0LRTelephone
017684 86666Ullswater Penrith
At the Ullswater caravan park, we specialise in a friendly welcome, practical family facilities and a range of accommodation to suit all needs. An ideal place for exploring the Lakes.
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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.
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.
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