Top Things to do in Penrith
Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Penrith, England
Discover the best top things to do in Penrith, United Kingdom including Long Meg and her Daughters, Silver Yard Gallery, Aira Force, Lowther Castle and Gardens, Penrith Methodist Church, Hutton in the Forest, Shap Abbey, St Michael's Church, Keld Chapel, St Andrew's church.
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1. Long Meg and her Daughters
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 249 reviews
Dating from the Bronze Age, this is England's third largest stone circle that consists of a huge ring (the Daughters) of more than 60 stones and Long Meg, a 12-foot-high block of red sandstone.
Reviewed By juliethetraveller123 - Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Impressive, especially Long Meg with the stone carved cup and rings on the red sandstone whilst her daughters making up the stone circle are granite boulders. We set off from Little Salkeld intending to do the five-mile walk which includes Lacy's Caves however the footpath on the banks of the Eden was closed due to flood erosion so we walked directly to see the circle.
2. Silver Yard Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
3. Aira Force
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4.5 based on 2,229 reviews
For 300 years visitors have been drawn here, where rainwater runs from the fells into Aira Beck and thunders in one 65-foot leap over the falls. Yet, Aira Force is much more than an impressive waterfall. A network of trails weaves its way from Ullswater lakeshore to Gowbarrow summit, passing towering Himalayan firs, rare red squirrels, woodland glades, picnic spots and views out across Ullswater. You can start your day in Glenridding and arrive by boat, taking in the sights of Ullswater Valley along the way, then stroll back to Glenridding through Glencoyne Park and along the lakeshore. Ullswater valley is truly breathtaking, with its beautiful lake nestled amongst towering fells. The epic scenery and relative underdevelopment compared to other areas of the Lake District gives Ullswater a secluded and tranquil feel.
Reviewed By stevesQ9601RS - County Durham, United Kingdom
Been here before, called again on a lovely Sunday afternoon, very busy, not many spaces in the car park. Free entry and car parking as National Trust members, a lovely 2 or 3 mile walk, different options, the various waterfalls were magnificent as is the local scenery and with spring blooming and the sun shining, a great way to spend an hour or so. Will return again on our next visit to Ullswater.
4. Lowther Castle and Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,220 reviews
Lowther Castle sits on a majestic elevated spot a few miles south of Penrith. Surrounded by acres of woodland and ancient gardens, the ruined castle is a stunning place to visit for families of all sizes and ages. An adventure playground in the woods is amazing for the younger visitor; the gardens are a feast for the imagination; the café offers food for all palates; and the shop sells a range of delightful Lowther and other goodies. Dogs on leads very welcome.
Reviewed By P5649OCemilyd
Lovely gardens, different sections, e.g rose garden (still being developed), Japanese garden etc., gorgeous views from the edge and lots of little interesting things scattered around There is a HUGE children’s play castle at the back which me and my 26 year old boyfriend enjoyed playing on so it’s for the big kids as well :P We ate at the cafe, very nice tasty food, a little bit pricey but typical for similar places. Would visit again
5. Penrith Methodist Church
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
6. Hutton in the Forest
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4.5 based on 186 reviews
Reviewed By Stephen51 - Lytham St Anne's, United Kingdom
Even though we visited in October when the house was closed and the gardens past their best for the year, we had an amazing day at Hutton in the Forest. The location is gorgeous and the gardens, House and Dovecote beautiful. The house looked amazing from the outside so we are very much looking forward to visiting again when it is open so that we can see the inside too. So peaceful and beautifully landscaped it really is a must if you are in the area.
7. Shap Abbey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 151 reviews
Reviewed By sueandfrank_11 - Liverpool, United Kingdom
Magical place in a beautiful setting ,nice to just sit quietly and take in the scenery.There are information boards so you can get a good idea of the way it would have looked when the abotts lived there.
8. St Michael's Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By johnhouston2 - Knaresborough, United Kingdom
This church, which is listed here as St Michael’s in Penrith, is actually St Michael’s Barton, and the correct address is: St Michael, Barton, Tirril, CA10 2LR. It follows therefore that the other TA entry re St Michael’s Church, Barton is re the same church, and it is located just off the B5320 between the villages of Tirril and Pooley Bridge. There is a helpful signpost directing you to the 12th Century Church. This Norman Church was built of local sandstone by an order of Augustinian monks and over the centuries it has been a place of worship for the local community as well as families from the Penrith area and much further afield, including the Lowthers, the Wordsworths, the Lancasters and the Dawes. Although the main fabric and design of the church is Norman, there are clear mediaeval, renaissance and modern contributions so there is much to discover and admire, and a most useful church guide is available. While I certainly admired the splendid nave dating from circa 1150, my favourite area from an architectural point of view was the base of the central tower which is the same age; and the archways and supporting walls almost give the impression that you are transferring from the nave to the chancel via a short tunnel. This is a historic and lovely church in a beautiful location and is certainly worth a visit.
9. Keld Chapel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By WilberEngland
Accessed by a narrow road but worth a visit. Maintained by the National Trust, the key is obtained from the house across the road. We spoke to the lady (the keyholder) who told us about the chapel's background and the current situation. There is also a helpful information board.
10. St Andrew's church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By durham05 - Durham, United Kingdom
Lovely historic church situated at the heart of Penrith. Tends to be open for visitors during the day and it is certainly a very peaceful place. Grounds are also nice on a sunny day.
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