Around Penrith
The historic market town of Penrith is the shopping, business and social centre of Eden District. With easy access to the beautiful Eden Valley, the Pennines and Lake District, we truly are at the heart of Cumbria. A perfect destination for you to explore the Eden Valley and Lake District.
Penrith has much to offer visitors and lots going on locally. Stroll around the cobbled lanes of our town centre and explore our wealth of independent shops. Unwind in our boutique cafes or restaurants offering fine dining and world cuisine. Enjoy our lively pubs and evening entertainments, from cinema and theatre to concerts and events. Indulge in our leisure facilities right here in town or base yourself here to explore all the outdoor and family attractions our area has to offer. Thinking of staying a little longer? We have many fantastic places to stay, and plenty of places to pamper yourself too!
Penrith Castle - www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/penrith-castle/
Penrith Castle was begun at the end of the 14th century by Ralph Neville, who played a key role in defending this area against the Scots. It was later transformed into a luxurious residence by Richard, Duke of Gloucester, who became Richard III. Surviving to their full height, the castle walls stand in a public park.
Shap - www.visiteden.co.uk/explore-eden/the-eden-valley/shap/
Shap is a village and civil parish around 10 miles south of Penrith which lies between the LakeShap walkers District National Park and the Westmorland Dales area of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Kemp howe Stone Circle - www.visitcumbria.com/evnp/kemp-howe-stone-circle/
A short distance south of Shap village, the Kemp Howe stone circle is cut in two by the West Coast Main Line Railway, and overshadowed by the Corus Shapfell lime works. Only six stones remain, with others probably under the railway embankment, and those that were on the other side of the railway now lost after construction of the works sidings.
Attractions and Activities Around Penrith
Dalemain Historic Mansion & Gardens www.dalemain.com
A historic mansion surrounded by beautiful gardens within a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the home of The Dalemain World Marmalade Awards, stop for a morning coffee, light lunch or afternoon tea. Shop, explore and experience our Lake District paradise.
Lowther Castle and Gardens www.lowthercastle.org
Of the many treasures waiting to be discovered in the English Lake District, Lowther Castle is a particular gem. Built at the turn of the 19th century on the site of two previous houses, the castle was a grand affair boasting a room for every day of the year. Its gardens were the envy of the north. But in 1957 the castle was demolished. Just the façade and outer walls remained standing and for over half a century, the place was empty – home only to chickens, pigs and the odd bat. The gardens were lost to wilderness. Today Lowther Castle is one of the most intriguing visitor attractions in the country. Dramatic ruins, gardens within gardens, an adventure playground to rival the best in the land. We look forward to welcoming you.
The Lost Castle Adventure Playground at Lowther Castle Penrith www.lowthercastle.org/visiting/the-lost-castle/
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.
Ullswater 'Steamers' ullswater-steamers.co.uk
Ullswater ‘Steamers’ celebrates over 160 years of operating cruises on one of England’s most beautiful lakes, Ullswater. Operating one of the largest heritage boat fleets in the world, we offer visitors an unforgettable experience 363 days a year.
The cruises from Ullswater ‘Steamers’ connect to some of the most famous and iconic walking routes in the Lake District National Park, with views of Wordsworth's daffodils on the west shore in spring.
Long Meg & Her Daughters Stone Circle : Little Salkeld www.visitcumbria.com/evnp/long-meg-and-her-daughters/
One of the finest stone circles in the north of England, Long Meg and Her Daughters stone circle has a diameter of about 350 feet, the second biggest in the country. Long Meg is the tallest of the 69 stones, about 12 feet high, with three mysterious symbols, its four corners facing the points of the compass and standing some 60 feet outside the circle.
Rheged www.rheged.com
Rheged is a gallery, café, cinema, shopping venue, workplace and creative space on the edge of the Northern Lakes. A place where friends, family and colleagues can share a meal, watch a film, hold a meeting, see an exhibition, buy a gift or catch up over coffee. A flexible space for getting together or enjoying time alone with a book or notepad; a place where stories are told, ideas are sparked and the Cumbrian landscape is a constant source of inspiration.
King Arthur's Round Table www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/king-arthurs-round-table/
Aira Force Waterfall and Gowbarrow Park www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/lake-district/aira-force-and-gowbarrow-park
Aira Force is a showcase for the power and beauty of nature; it’s a place to escape the ordinary.
An 18th-century pleasure ground, Aira Force was the backdrop for William Wordsworth’s poem ‘Somnambulist’ – a Gothic tale of love and tragedy. There are so many woodland trails to discover in this landscape of contrasts. Quiet glades give way to dramatic waterfalls, with Aira Beck thundering down a 65-foot drop past ferns and rocks. If you walk to the summit of Gowbarrow, you will be rewarded with panoramic views over Ullswater. Starting your day in Glenridding, arriving at Aira Force by boat then strolling back along the lakeshore, allows you to take in the wonderful Ullswater Valley sights.
Brougham Castle www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/brougham-castle/
In a picturesque setting beside the crossing of the River Eamont in Cumbria, Brougham Castle was founded in the early 13th century. This great keep largely survives, amid many later buildings - including the unusual double gatehouse and impressive 'Tower of League'.
Both a formidable barrier against Scots invaders and a prestigious residence, the castle welcomed Edward I in 1300. A complex of passages and spiral stairways makes Brougham a fascinating castle to explore, as well as an ideal picnic setting for a family day out. Don't forget to head up to the top of the keep to enjoy panoramic views over the Eden Valley.
Shap Abbey www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/shap-abbey
Founded in the late 12th century in a secluded and beautiful valley of the river Lowther, Shap Abbey was one of 32 religious houses in Britain belonging to the Premonstratensian order of canons. Today the impressive 15th century tower and other remains can be explored with the help of information panels that guide you around the abbey and illustrate daily monastic life.
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