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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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PENRITH
Pay and display car park with 104 spaces. Open 7 days a week. Parking charges apply between 8am and 6pm every day.
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The narrow dale of Mallerstang is the uppermost and remotest part of the Eden Valley (leading to the source of the River Eden on Black Fell Moss).
PENRITH
Located in the Crown Hotel car park.
Recycle Cans, Foil, Glass, Paper, Card and Textiles at this site.
ALSTON
Public toilets located at the Town Hall.
Car parking spaces available, parking is free and there are 13 spaces.
Penrith
Beautifully converted 17thC farm buildings. Gallery, vegetarian restaurant, gift shop and 128 seat puppet theatre.
ALSTON
Free parking area with 10 spaces.
PENRITH
Located at the Memorial Hall in Shapon Main Street.
Recycle Cans, Foil, Glass, Paper, Card, Plastics and Textiles at this site.
PENRITH
Pay and display multip-storey car park on Ullswater road, with 11 spaces.
Open 7 days a weel. Height restriction: 2.10m.
KIRKBY STEPHEN
Free car parking with 12 spaces.
Public toilets adjacent to the car park.
CARLISLE
Located at the Primary School, High Hesket.
Recycle Cans, Foil, Glass, Paper, Card and Textiles at this site.
APPLEBY-IN-WESTMORLAND
Pay and display car park with 50 spaces, including disabled spaces.
CARLISLE
Recycle Cans, Foil, Glass, Paper, Card and Textiles at this site.
PENRITH
Pay & Display. (NT members free). High Cascades has 35 spaces, Park Brow has 15 spaces.
Best for accessing the high fells or walking to Aira Force. These smaller pay and display car parks are located just off the A5091.
PENRITH
Located at the Village Hall in Melmerby.
Recycle Cans, Foil, Glass, Paper, Card and Textiles at this site.
Public toilets adjacent to car park.
KIRKBY STEPHEN
Public toilets adjacent to the car park. Free car parking with 12 spaces.
Brampton
The tearoom is located on the waterfront at Talkin Tarn and offers beautiful views from the balcony out across the water to the Pennine hills beyond.
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