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About
Gateway Tourist Information Centre providing an extensive range of information and services to people visiting Penrith, The Eden Valley and the surrounding region. Official agents for and National Express. Stockists of OS Maps covering the UK. Wide range of guide books available.Opening Times
* Easter to end of October – 7 days (Mon-Sat 10-5, Sun 11-4)
November-Easter – 6 days (Mon-Sat 10-4, closed Sundays)
Closed over Xmas/New Year – re-open 2nd Jan.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
Booking & Payment Details
- Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Parking
- Free Parking
Property Facilities
- Gift shop
Site Features
- Welcome Host
Tripadvisor
Map & Directions
Road Directions
From M6 jct 40, take Penrith exit A592 and follow road past North Lakes Hotel, railway station and Morrisons. Continue to follow main road down hill and enter Penrith town centre. Having passed over a zebra crossing, the TIC is immediately located on the left-hand side.
Accessible by Public Transport: Penrith station is 1 mile away.
Awards
- Visit Britain
We're Good to Go 2020
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