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There are some charming towns and villages dotted across the Eden Valley and North Pennines, with plenty to discover – from local markets to history and heritage.
Penrith is a great place to indulge in some retail therapy, with independent shops and national names; as well as its fascinating 14th century castle, which is well worth a visit. In the Eden Valley, discover a rich variety of bustling markets towns – including Alston, one of England’s highest.
The scenic Settle to Carlisle railway runs across the area, stopping at Appleby and Kirkby Stephen, making for a great way to get around; with stunning views of the surrounding landscapes as you travel.
Explore the towns and villages in and around Eden Valley and North Pennines, Cumbria including Alston, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Kirkby Stephen and Penrith.
Eden Valley The most peaceful haven of pastoral calm
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KIRKBY STEPHEN
Household Waste Recycling Centre, Hobsons Lane, Kirkby Stephen CA17 4RN
Cans, Foil, Glass, Paper, Card, Plastics and Textiles.
PENRITH
Located in the Crown Hotel car park.
Recycle Cans, Foil, Glass, Paper, Card and Textiles at this site.
ALSTON
Car parking spaces at Alston Town Hall, Front Street.
Parking is free and there are 10 spaces.
Public toilets located at the adjacent Town Hall.
Cumbria
Early 13thC castle, formidable barrier for Scots invaders, restored by the indomitable Lady Anne Clifford.
A 270-mile walk that will take you from Edale in the Peak District National Park along the Pennine ridge through the Yorkshire Dales, up into Northumberland, across the Cheviots, setting you down in Kirk Yetholm in the Scottish Borders. It passes…
PENRITH
Pay & Display. (NT members free).with 35 spaces.
For access to beachside picnics, watersports and a longer trail to visit the Aira Force waterfall. Glencoyne has direct lake access (road crossing necessary, please take care) and is also the centre…
PENRITH
Located in the car park of the Globe Inn.
Recycle Cans, Foil, Glass, Paper, Card, Plastics and Textiles at this site.
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A walk on the banks of the river Eden, in the former Forest of Inglewood.
PENRITH
Pay and display multip-storey car park on Ullswater road, with 11 spaces.
Open 7 days a weel. Height restriction: 2.10m.
Public toilets adjacent to car park.
KIRKBY STEPHEN
Located in the layby at west end of Main Street CA17 4AY.
Recycle Cans, Foil, Glass, Paper, Card, Plastics and Textiles at this site.
Watermillock
Public toilets located adjacent to the car park at Aira Force
PENRITH
Pay and display car park with 40 spaces.
PENRITH
Located at the Primary School in Orton.
Recycle Cans, Foil, Glass, Paper, Card and Textiles at this site.
Penrith
A tramper is available free-of-charge from the shepherd’s hut. Accessible routes around the woodland for the tramper are marked on the visitor map. It is advisable to book the tramper in advance.
PENRITH
Pay and display car park with 128 spaces. Cars, bikes and light goods vehicles allowed up to 168 consecutive hours (7 days).
Motorhomes, caravans and coaches up to 24 consecutive hours.
Public toilets are located adjacent to the car park.
ALSTON
Public toilets located at the Town Hall.
Car parking spaces available, parking is free and there are 13 spaces.
Middlegate, Penrith
Penrith and Eden Museum is an Accredited Museum, which aims to collect, preserve and display material reflecting the history and culture of the Penrith and Eden district.
ALSTON
Located next to Wright's Garage.
Recycle Cans, Glass, Paper, Card, Plastics and Textiles at this site.
Brampton
Talkin Tarn is a beautiful glacial tarn surrounded by ancient woodlands. The Tamper route circumnavigates the Tarn. You will get lovely views over the water, as well as, the chance to see the birds, flora and fauna that call the Tarn home.
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