Shepherds View Barn
Dufton
Appleby in Westmorland
Cumbria
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Brough Castle
Towering Keep dates from around 1200 - English Heritage Site
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Carlisle
Fortification since Roman times and a Castle from 1092 - English Heritage Site
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Penrith Castle
14th Century Castle - English Heritage Site
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Brougham Castle
13th Century English Heritage Castle near Penrith
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Pendragon Castle
Reputed to have been founded by Uther Pendragon, father to King Arthur
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Appleby Castle
Preferred residence of Lady Anne Clifford with a Norman Keep
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Whinlatter Forest
Exhilarating mountain biking and fantastic walks
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Cycle routes in the Eden
Plenty of excellent cycle routes for all abilities in the Eden
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Great Dun Fell
Another 100 climbs states that Great Dun Fell is the greatest climb in England’ “Our Mont Ventoux’ it has no peers, there is no comparison.”
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Potfest
Held at Hutton in the Forest at the end of July with many potters exhibiting, with the house open through the rest of the year as well
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Cranstons Food Hall Penrith
Purveyors of fine food and drink from local Cumbrian suppliers
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Brough Castle Ice Cream and Tea rooms
Delicious home made ice cream in the shadow of Brough Castle
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Grasmere Gingerbread
Invented in 1854 and simply the best gingerbread in the World!
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Orton Farmers Market
2nd Saturday of every month, produce from local farmers, growers and artisans
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Abbot Lodge Jersey Ice Cream
Over 40 flavours of homemade Jersey Ice Cream
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Wensleydale Cheese
Home of the famous cheese and a must for any Wallace and Gromit
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Kennedys Chocolate Shop in Orton
Chocolate factory and coffee shop in the picturesque village of Orton and whilst you visit why not talk a walk on Orton Scar with its dramatic views of the Howgills.
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Larch Cottage Nurseries
Great nursery, gallery and bistro with interesting garden pieces to buy or simply admire
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Riverside Golf Club Ravenstonedale
Unique small course suitable for any standard set in a beautiful woodland setting
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Penrith Golf Centre and Driving Range
Range and 9 hole course open to all standards of player
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Penrith Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf overlooking the Lakeland Fells
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Appleby Golf Club
Described as 'Gleneagles in the raw'
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Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens
Home to the annual World Marmalade festival in March and numerous other events through the year.
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Housesteads Roman Fort
World Heritage Site on Hadrian's Wall
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Brougham Hall
One of the largest country house restoration projects in England and featuring a number of arts and crafts workshops as well as a café.
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Acorn Bank (National Trust)
A tranquil haven with an industrial past; house, gardens and watermill
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Long Meg & Her Daughters
One of the finest stone circles in the North of England, why not combine with a walk from Little Salkeld to Long Meg and back via Lacys cave.
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Appleby Leisure Centre
Gym and swimming pool open to all but check times for specific swim options
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Askham Outdoor Swimming Pool
In the lovely village of Askham an outdoor pool for those lovely summer months
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Bowes Museum
The North's museum of art, fashion and design housing an outstanding collection of European fine and decorative art.
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Askham Hall Gardens & Cafe
Quirky atmospheric stylish café in the grounds and gardens of Askham Hall
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George & Dragon Clifton
Country Estate Inn, finalist in Taste Cumbria 2018
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Llama Karma Kafe
Legendary bistro where you can see the Llamas whilst eating your breakfast or lunch or grab a coffee.
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Boot & Shoe in Greystoke
Traditional Cumbrian pub with great food, and set with the backdrop of the village where Tarzan came from!
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House at Temple Sowerby
AA 2 Rosette restaurant serving taking the best in local and seasonal produce and presenting it in an exciting, modern way.
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Black Swan Culgaith
Great pub food set in a traditional 17th Century Cumbrian Inn
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Stag Inn, Dufton
Great choice of ales and great pub food, all a 2 minute walk from Shepherds View!
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Royal Oak, Appleby
Award winning family run pub offering quality pub/restaurant food and drink
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Shepherds Inn, Langwathby
Home of the 'Wathby Whale', but so much more in a great traditional village Inn
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The Bridge - Kirkby Thore
Listed in the Good Food Guide 2018 serving affordable foodie fare in a stylish café bistro setting
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Tan Hill Inn
The highest pub in Britain at 528m above sea level.
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Butchers Arms Crosby Ravensworth
Community owned pub passionate about fresh, home cooked food, made using the finest local ingredients in a friendly environment.
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Mill Yard Cafe
Mill Yard café and bistro in the centre of Morland offering great food and drink Wed to Sun
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Sedbergh
Plenty to do in and around this lovely Cumbrian Town in the foothills of the Howgills
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Keswick
Nestled on Derwentwater, a fantastic place to spend the day
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Hawes
Picturesque town in the Yorkshire Dales
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Kirkby Lonsdale
Historic market town on the edge of the Lake District with picturesque streets to meander through
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Penrith
Plenty to do in Penrith from specialist shops and farmers market, great places to eat and drink to suit all tastes and budgets, and special events through the year.
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Kirkby Stephen
Traditional market town with interesting shops and rural scenery. Visit the Church Gallery, take a walk up to the Nine Standards, visit nearby Brough castle or take the Poetry Path.
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Askham
One of the most attractive villages in Westmorland, with pub, Askham Hall gardens and café, and a pleasant place to walk through.
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Appleby
Ancient market town of Westmorland, boasting an array of local shops, cafes and pubs and a pleasant place to explore.
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Lowther Castle
Dramatic ruins, gardens within gardens, a Café, and a huge expanse of land to explore.
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Ullswater Steamers
Award winning leisure cruises on England's most beautiful lake.
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High Force - Middleton In Teesdale
Spectacular waterfall reached after a walk from the main car park - one of the best sights in England!
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Aira Force (National Trust)
A spectacular waterfall reached by a pleasant stroll natural woodland
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Rheged Centre
Fabulous visitor centre containing food hall of local produce, interesting shops, cafes, cinema and gallery space
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Flakebridge
An easy circular walk through Flakebridge Woods which is particularly spectacular at the end of May when the Bluebells are in full bloom
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Dufton Pike
Walk up or just around in around 2 hours for all abilities
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Dufton Ghyll
30 minute woodland walk for any weather with the opportunity of seeing deer, red squirrels, woodpeckers and other animals if you are lucky
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Hellvelyn
Famous Lake District Peak but not for the inexperienced walker due its difficulty particularly along Striding Edge
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Hallin Fell
On the shore of Ullswater a picturesque circular walk including views of Ullswater and finishing with an ascent of the summit
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Kings Meaburn
Pleasant circular walk along the river beneath Kings Meaburn starting from the village itself
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Smardale
Walk from Smardale on a charming circular walk that includes the old railway and viaduct on easy to follow tracks
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Nine Standards Rigg
A rewarding walk with spectacular views over the Eden and the Cairns that give the summit its name, high above Kirkby Stephen
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Murton Pike
Higher than Dufton Pike with equally spectacular views over the Eden and a clear track up
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Mallerstang
Walk from Ousgill to Hell Gill falls and back across the top via the iconic Water Cut sculpture close to the source of the Eden
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Skiddaw
Unrestricted views from the summit are arguably the best in the Lakes
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Ullswater Way
20 Mile walking route around Ullswater that can be broken into bite size chunks and combined with the Steamer for a great day out.
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Blencathra
The first Lake District peak you reach coming from Penrith along the A66 and a truly stunning walk, starting from Scales.
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High Cup Nick
The Grand Canyon of the Pennines and featuring in Julia Bradbury's best walks with a view accessed from Dufton.
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Lonsdale Alhambra Cineam
all the latest film releases in an old fashioned theatre setting
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Penrith Players
Amateur dramatics in Cumbria
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Theatre by the Lake
Keswicks Theatre, on the shores of Derwentwater
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