Penrith

Penrith is an ancient crossroads town on major north-south and east-west routes, a place rich in riversides and history with attractions including its castle and another on the edge of town, Roman and prehistoric sites, and the rather more contemporary draws of great shopping and loads of restaurants... Read More

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Penrith Events

February
The World's Original Marmalade Festival
May
Eden Valley Vintage Tractor Rally
Fell Pony Stallion Show
North West Carriage Driving
June
Cumbria Life and Dalemain Garden Festival
Hutton’s Historic Vehicle Show
July
Best in Eden Summer Festival
Penrith Agricultural Show
Potfest In The Park
August
Best in Eden Summer Festival
Crosby Ravensworth Agricultural Show
Cumbria Classic Car Show
Cumbria Guitar Show
Cumbrian Craft Fair
Dufton Agricultural Show
Lowther Game & Country Fair
Potfest in the Pens
October
Apple Day

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The Royal at Dockray

The Royal at Dockray
The Royal at Dockray is a family run Traditional Country Inn offering the best of Cumbrian Hospitality. The resident owners and managers, Tyrone and Michelle Castles, presents a friendly and efficient team who provide a ... More | visit website
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Shap Wells Hotel

Shap Wells Hotel

Located in the Lake District between Penrith and Kendal, just 3 minutes from the M6 motorway in breathtaking scenery. From here you can explore the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, North Pennines, Kendal, and the Scottish Borders. ... More | Double Room: £90 | visit website

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Greyhound Hotel

Greyhound Hotel
The Greyhound Hotel in Shap is a famous Westmorland hostelry dating back to 1680. Based just 5 minutes from junction 39 of the M6, with panoramic views of the Lake District fells, it is the ... More | visit website
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George Hotel

George Hotel

The traditional George Hotel stands in the very centre of the bustling market town of Penrith on the edge of the Lake District and the North Pennines. Enter through the George Hotel's revolving doors and experience ... More | Double Room: £114 | visit website

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Ginney Country Guest House

Ginney Country Guest House

Our Guest House is situated just off J41 M6 Motorway in the peaceful village of Catterlen, near Penrith, Cumbria. A converted Cumbria Bank Barn dating back to the 1700s with 4 high quality en-suite rooms ... More | Double Room: £37.50 - £40.00 | visit website

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The Kings Arms

The Kings Arms
Newly refurbished country inn, situated in Temple Sowerby, originally know as "The Queen of Westmorland Villages". Nine refurbished en-suite bedrooms, Oak panelling dining room, residents lounge and bar area. An excellent base for touring or walking and ... More | visit website
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The George Hotel

The George Hotel

The George Hotel is a traditional Inn with a beer garden set in the picturesque village of Orton . The George has eight well appointed letting rooms with bed and breakfast available at very reasonable ... More | visit website

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Temple Sowerby House, Hotel & Restaurant

Temple Sowerby House, Hotel & Restaurant

Temple Sowerby House Hotel & Restaurant is a wonderfully relaxing country hotel situated in the heart of Cumbria's Eden Valley, an area of outstanding natural beauty. This grade II listed house is located in the centre of ... More | Double Room: From £60; De-luxe from £80 | visit website

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The Herdwick Inn

The Herdwick Inn
A traditional Lakeland country Inn situated perfectly between Penrith, Keswick & Lake Ulswater. Well appointed en-suite rooms, hearty breakfast, traditional good food and award winning ales await your stay. A cosy open fire in the ... More | visit website
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Clifton Hill Hotel

Clifton Hill Hotel

Set in 4.5 acres of grounds and with spectacular views of the Lake District and North Pennines, the Clifton Hill Hotel is undoubtedly one of the most unique Hotels in the country.Whether your away on ... More | visit website

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