It is less than 3 miles (5 km) outside the Lake District National Park and about 17 miles (27 km) south of Carlisle. It is between the Rivers Petteril and Eamont and just north of the River …

In the 9th and 10th centuries, Penrith was the capital of Cumbria – a semi-independent state that was part of the Strathclyde region of Scotland. In 1295 Edward I captured the town, and for the …

Lowther Castle & Gardens sits a few miles south of Penrith on a limestone bluff with stunning views over the Bampton Valley. Surrounded by acres of woodland and gardens old and new, …

Leading off Penrith’s main streets are many old yard entrances with interesting inscriptions on the lintels. A large town acting as a regional centre for the eastern Lake District, Penrith lies just …

Nov 8, 2025 · Penrith, town, Eden district, administrative county of Cumbria, historic county of Cumberland, northwestern England. It is situated on a main route to Scotland, at the foot of …

The historic market town of Penrith is the shopping, business and social centre of Eden District. With easy access to the beautiful Eden Valley, the Pennines and Lake District, we truly are at …

Penrith is a small market town of 15,000 people (2011) in Cumbria, to the north-east of the Lake District. Penrith is located on the West Coast Mainline rail link. There are direct connections to …

Penrith, a historic market town on the edge of the Lake District in Cumbria, is a charming gateway to some of England's most spectacular landscapes.

Dec 10, 2024 · Penrith, located in the picturesque county of Cumbria in the United Kingdom, is a charming market town known for its stunning landscapes, rich heritage, and vibrant community.

Lying just three-miles outside of the Lake District borders, Penrith is an excellent base for exploring both the north-east fells and the rich pastures of the Eden Valley.