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

Hotels in Penrith - 49 places to stay

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Glenridding Hotel

Glenridding Hotel

The Best Western glenridding hotel is perfectly placed for exploring the lake district. Our village location is surrounded by mountains and ullswater, and there are fabulous walks literally on our doorstep. The more adventurous of ... 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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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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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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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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North Lakes Hotel & Spa

North Lakes Hotel & Spa

The traditional hunting lodge style of the North Lakes Hotel & Spa, Penrith reflects the rugged beauty of the Lake District. Local stone, natural wood and open log fires create a genuine 'away from it ... More | 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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Royal Hotel

Royal Hotel

Nestled peacefully amongst the Eastern Lakeland Fells and located on many of the best-loved Lakeland walks, this charming country retreat is ideal for a peaceful break in Dockray.

Run by a charismatic and friendly family, 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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