Kirkby Thore

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Roman Milestone (In Context) Adjacent to a layby on the A66. Dufton Pike can be seen in the far right distance between the two horses.
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Roman Milestone (In Context) Adjacent to a layby on the A66. Dufton Pike can be seen in the far right distance between the two horses.
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View Eastwards from Sleastonhow Lane The Cross Fell range had this cloud just touching the tops for all of this very cold, frosty day.
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St Michael's Church, Kirkby Thore The church is Grade II* listed, and was built in the 12C with later additions. The west tower has stepped buttresses and bell-openings in the Decorated style, as are the chancel and aisle windows. The embattled parapet has a 17C gabled bellcote on the east side. There is a north window set in a Norman arch. The moulded octagonal font was provided in 1688 by Thomas Machell, the rector, whose coat of arms is carved on one side. In the chancel the Wharton coat-of-arms is set into the wall. There is a blocked 14C priests' door to the right of the 19C vestry.
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Flooded fields near Kirkby Thore The ubiquitous discharge from the gypsum works spoils a fine Pennine view
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North Lakes Hotel And Spa

North Lakes Hotel And Spa

4 out of 5
Ullswater Road Penrith England
The price is AED 454 per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
AED 454
AED 544 total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Penrith. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (964 reviews)
Clean room,polite staff

Reviewed on 2 January 2026

North Lakes Hotel And Spa
Shap Wells Hotel

Shap Wells Hotel

3 out of 5
Shap Penrith England
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Penrith. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (533 reviews)
Good basic cooked and continental breakfast selection

Reviewed on 4 January 2026

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Westmorland Hotel Tebay

Westmorland Hotel Tebay

3 out of 5
M6 Penrith England
The price is AED 343 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
AED 343
AED 411 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Penrith. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (845 reviews)
The room was so restful and had every amenity needed. The staff were lovely and so helpful. A great stay.

Reviewed on 7 January 2026

Westmorland Hotel Tebay
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Character Cottage with fabulous mountain views in the North Lakes District

Character Cottage with fabulous mountain views in the North Lakes District

Troutbeck England
Stay at this cottage in Penrith. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ullswater and Rookin House Activity Centre are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (131 reviews)
Lovely little cottage, nestled in peace and quiet, its our 3rd stay and we enjoy coming here, the hosts are lovely, and there's plenty to do with a short drive.

Reviewed on 3 December 2025

Character Cottage with fabulous mountain views in the North Lakes District
Detatched, Cosy Cottage With Mountain Views - Parking, Sleeps 8, Pet-friendly

Detatched, Cosy Cottage With Mountain Views - Parking, Sleeps 8, Pet-friendly

Hartsop, Cumbria England
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Penrith. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ullswater and Brotherswater ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
We had a lovely stay at this lovely house. We found the house very welcoming and it even had a Xmas tree and decorations up. The kitchen was very well stocked. We all found the beds comfortable. The route up to the house is not for the faint hearted but worth it once you arrive at the property. Thank ...

Reviewed on 3 January 2026

Detatched, Cosy Cottage With Mountain Views - Parking, Sleeps 8, Pet-friendly
Lovelady Shield House

Lovelady Shield House

3 out of 5
Lovelady Lane Alston England
Stay at this vacation home in Alston. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attraction Nenthead Mines is located nearby.
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Popular places to visit

Ullswater

Ullswater

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ullswater during your travels in Penrith. Stroll along the area's lakeside, or simply savor its lively bars.

Ullswater
Lowther Castle at Penrith in Lake District from Cumbria in England, Shutterstock ID 712013206, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Other:

Lowther Castle and Gardens

You can learn about the history of Lowther with a trip to Lowther Castle and Gardens. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Lowther Castle and Gardens
Red ruins of a Castle in the market town of Penrith. There's also a park with bandstand & cafe.

Penrith Castle

Penrith Castle is just one of the places to see in Penrith, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Penrith Castle
Aira Force waterfall after a rainy day and at its most dramatic

Aira Force

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Aira Force during your travels in Matterdale. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Aira Force
A surprising Topiary Dragon in the gardens of Dalemain, a handsome Country House in the Eden valley near Penrith. Also look out for the herd of fallow deer in the deer park and try the marmalade in the gift shop. Dalemain holds an annual marmalade fest every March.

Dalemain Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Dalemain Country Park, a lovely green space in Dacre. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Dalemain Country Park
Knocker on door with sanctuary ring

Brougham Hall

You can browse the exhibits at Brougham Hall, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Eamont Bridge. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Brougham Hall