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From horse-riding to rock climbing, caving to paragliding, thrill seekers won’t be disappointed in this beautiful part of the county. Want to get out and about on two wheels? There are family friendly cycling routes, classic climbs, and mountain biking trails to discover. Plus, we’ve got stunning stretches of 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 ...Read More
From horse-riding to rock climbing, caving to paragliding, thrill seekers won’t be disappointed in this beautiful part of the county. Want to get out and about on two wheels? There are family friendly cycling routes, classic climbs, and mountain biking trails to discover. Plus, we’ve got stunning stretches of 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 National Landscape 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 1000ft above sea level, Alston shares the title of England’s highest market town; while the scenic South Tynedale Railway is the highest narrow gauge railway in the country. Higher still is the village of Nenthead, with its fascinating mining and industrial heritage.
This is also a cultural landscape. See if you can spot the ‘Eden Benchmarks’: ten magnificent contemporary stone sculptures which can be found 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 even more heritage at historic homes and gardens like Hutton in the Forest, Askham Hall, 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.
Don’t miss a visit to Penrith - the gateway to the Eden Valley, with its distinctive red sandstone architecture; plenty of atmospheric pubs; and specialist, family-run shops. Make sure to include a trip to Rheged with its galleries, cinemas, shops and café bursting with local produce.
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'Short Cut to Nature Journalling' with Steve Pardue Have you wanted to create a nature journal…
Staged in the atmospheric wood panelled drawing room at Acorn Bank, Land Lines is an immersive…
Join us at Dalemain for our informative and fun gardening days. This will give you the unique…
Take the plunge on our three-day wild swim camp, led by our resident open water swim coach Colin…
Learn about all things foraging with Wild Food UK.
Shelagh is widely known and highly respected throughout Cumbria's gardening fraternity. She has…
A lovely opportunity to capture the beauty of some of our favourite seasonal flowers of Springtime …
Design & make 'three Silver rings' with Sterling Silver and some Semi-Precious Stones with Melinda…
Join us in celebration for the 20th year of the Dalemain Marmalade Awards!! A celebration of all…
If you don't quite fancy being an early bird for Dawn Chorus Day, then experience the magic of…
Wild Soul's Alex Murgatroyd will lead you through the seasonal highlights in the woods at Acorn…
Join us at The George Hotel Penrith for a 3 course dinner followed by our favourite soul and motown…
We are delighted to welcome much acclaimed, professional watercolour artist Sarah Stokes, joining…
Morning swims and downward dogs at dawn, slowly unfolding practices and restorative sensory…
Combine brushstrokes and breathwork in this one-day workshop led by Em Whiteford at Another Place,…
Orienteering event suitable for for both novice and experienced orienteers of all ages.
Join Wild Soul's Alex Murgatroyd for an hour of meditative relaxation.Reconnect with nature,…
'Short Cut to Nature Journalling' with Steve Pardue Have you wanted to create a nature journal…
Staged in the atmospheric wood panelled drawing room at Acorn Bank, Land Lines is an immersive…
Join us at Dalemain for our informative and fun gardening days. This will give you the unique…
Take the plunge on our three-day wild swim camp, led by our resident open water swim coach Colin…
Learn about all things foraging with Wild Food UK.
Shelagh is widely known and highly respected throughout Cumbria's gardening fraternity. She has…
Take the plunge on our three-day wild swim camp, led by our resident open water swim coach Colin…
Learn about all things foraging with Wild Food UK.
Shelagh is widely known and highly respected throughout Cumbria's gardening fraternity. She has…
A lovely opportunity to capture the beauty of some of our favourite seasonal flowers of Springtime …
Design & make 'three Silver rings' with Sterling Silver and some Semi-Precious Stones with Melinda…
Join us in celebration for the 20th year of the Dalemain Marmalade Awards!! A celebration of all…
If you don't quite fancy being an early bird for Dawn Chorus Day, then experience the magic of…
Wild Soul's Alex Murgatroyd will lead you through the seasonal highlights in the woods at Acorn…
Join us at The George Hotel Penrith for a 3 course dinner followed by our favourite soul and motown…
We are delighted to welcome much acclaimed, professional watercolour artist Sarah Stokes, joining…
Morning swims and downward dogs at dawn, slowly unfolding practices and restorative sensory…
Combine brushstrokes and breathwork in this one-day workshop led by Em Whiteford at Another Place,…
Orienteering event suitable for for both novice and experienced orienteers of all ages.
Join Wild Soul's Alex Murgatroyd for an hour of meditative relaxation.Reconnect with nature,…
'Short Cut to Nature Journalling' with Steve Pardue Have you wanted to create a nature journal…
Staged in the atmospheric wood panelled drawing room at Acorn Bank, Land Lines is an immersive…
Join us at Dalemain for our informative and fun gardening days. This will give you the unique…
Eden Valley The most peaceful haven of pastoral calm
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Penrith
Luxury breaks in the Lake District with private lake, tennis court, 10-acres of gardens and woodlands, The Barn at Linden Farm House is a 5-star self-catering property set in the Cumbrian countryside.
Kirkby Stephen
Charming 16-bed, 4* AA Highly Commended Inn in gorgeous conservation village with separate restaurant, small private restaurant, bar and lounge. Beautifully restored/refurbished, our family run Inn offers a relaxed, informal home-from-home.
Penrith
Café Oswald's offers dishes made from Cranstons' meat and local ingredients, along with a selection of hot drinks and delicious baked in-house cakes.
Appleby-in-Westmorland
Nestling at the foot of the Pennines and enjoying uninterrupted views of the Lakeland fells, our comfortable cottages offer a high standard of accommodation and are open all year-round.
Penrith
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther Castle is one of the northwest's most spectacular visitor attractions. Its setting within the Lake District National Park is truly beautiful while the…
Penrith
TJ's Bar and Restaurant at Park Foot Holiday Park, also featuring an outdoor takeaway and seating area.
Penrith
Luxury breaks in the Lake District with private lake, tennis court, 10-acres of gardens and woodlands, The Barn at Linden Farm House is a 5-star self-catering property set in the Cumbrian countryside.
Penrith
Welcome to The Queen's Head, a unique and delightful 17th-century village pub nestled in the heart of Askham, a picturesque village in the Lake District. As part of the esteemed Askham Collection, our pub offers a cosy and inviting atmosphere, along…
Kirkby Stephen
The Byre is one of three luxurious cottages sitting within a large converted Victorian barn at the foot of the Howgill Fells at The Green Cumbria. Super stylish barn conversion, idyllic rural location, dogs welcome, enclosed garden, wood-burner,…
Ullswater
1863 is more than a bar, bistro and B&B accommodation with seven elegant bedrooms; we are a family affair who enjoy getting the little things just right, welcoming guests back times and again to share in a slice of Lake District paradise.
Discover the secret places of the Lake District only accessible by kayak, just waiting for you to discover. Take a sunset paddle with a picnic dinner or journey to a sheltered hidden bay for a lunch, kayaking is as relaxing or demanding as you like.…
Ullswater, Penrith
5* Holiday Park offering touring, glamping pods and self-catering overlooking Ullswater. Perfect for walking and relaxing breaks.
Kirkby Stephen
The Haystore is one of three luxurious cottages at The Green Cumbria. Super stylish barn conversion, idyllic rural location, dogs welcome, enclosed garden, wood-burner, pubs nearby and great walks from the door.
Penrith
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, Penrith
Waterfoot Park is located in the beautiful Ullswater Valley, within walking distance of the charming village of Pooley Bridge, the Ullswater ‘Steamers’ pier, and Ullswater itself.
Appleby-in-Westmorland
A climbing session on a mountain crag or rocky outcrop is one way to keep fit, and challenge yourself. As you look at the rock face the height and apparent blankness of the rock is what first strikes you, but when you get up close you realise the…
Ullswater
Fancy feeling the freedom of abseiling down a cliff or off a railway viaduct?
If you enjoy high level excitements then why not step boldly over the edge of a near-vertical rock face or abseil down the side of a railway viaduct?
20 St Lukes Rd, Kirkby Stephen
Coast to Coast Packhorse is the only UK travel company specializing exclusively in Alfred Wainwright’s famous C2C Way. For nearly 30 years, we’ve helped walkers, runners, and cyclists plan unforgettable coast-to-coast holidays from our headquarters…
Penrith
Luxury one and two bedroom Mews apartments set in the grounds of the Roundthorn Country House, overlooking the Eden Valley and Lakeland Fells. Guests are welcome to enjoy the use of the hotel facilities on site.
Penrith
Black Cat Distillery operates out of a stunning fortified and walled Medieval Hall at Brougham. Our gin is infused with the echoes of the past that permeate the very walls! We distill, fill and label our products on site.
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