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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.
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PENRITH
Male, female and accessible toilets.
Baby changing facilities.
Penrith
The EVAN Gallery and Studios is a genuinely artist led creative hub. EVAN was established in 2017 to create a local network to support and encourage local artists. The Gallery showcases 40 local artists work and acts as a doorway to meet members,…
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 133 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 located nearby in Little Dockray.
PENRITH
Car park with space for 25 vehicles, located at the head of the Mardale Valley and overlooking Haweswater. Parking is free.
No services available at this site so please ensure you take all waste away with you.
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The only ride in this guide with some traffic-free sections, including the shared use dismantled railway route over two viaducts, once part of the coke carrying Stainmore Railway (more details from www.nvt.org.uk).
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.
APPLEBY-IN-WESTMORLAND
Public toilets located adjacent to the car park. Pay and display car park with 65 spaces. Charges apply 8am to 6pm.
KIRKBY STEPHEN
Free car parking with 12 spaces.
Public toilets adjacent to the car park.
CARLISLE
Located at the Village Hall, Southwaite Road, Low Hesket, Carlisle CA4 0ES
Recycle Cans, Foil, Glass, Paper, Card, Plastics and Textiles at this site.
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.
CARLISLE
Located at the Primary School, High Hesket.
Recycle Cans, Foil, Glass, Paper, Card and Textiles at this site.
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Early 13thC castle, formidable barrier for Scots invaders, restored by the indomitable Lady Anne Clifford.
KIRKBY STEPHEN
Household Waste Recycling Centre, Hobsons Lane, Kirkby Stephen CA17 4RN
Cans, Foil, Glass, Paper, Card, Plastics and Textiles.
APPLEBY-IN-WESTMORLAND
Open all day, seven days a week, chargeable times 8am to 6pm.
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A walk on the banks of the river Eden, in the former Forest of Inglewood.
PENRITH
Pay and display car park with 40 spaces.
KIRKBY STEPHEN
Public toilets adjacent to the car park. Free car parking with 12 spaces.
Watermillock
Public toilets located adjacent to the car park at Aira Force
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