Courtyard Cottage’s guidebook

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City/town information

Penrith was once the capital of Cumbria. With its central position between the Lake District and the North Pennines, it is easy to see why. Today it is very accessible by road, M6, A6 and A66, and rail. Penrith is a bustling market town, renowned for its wealth of specialist shops offering an interesting choice of goods and fine foods. Sandstone buildings hide intriguing lanes, yards and alleyways, leading to attractive cottages, gardens and curious little shops. There is a wide choice of excellent pubs, hotels, local and international restaurants and good evening entertainment. The Penrith Tourist Information Centre and adjoining Penrith and Eden Museum is the ideal starting point for exploring the town. In the museum discover the geology, archaeology and history of Penrith. The Millennium Trails uncover and explain fascinating facts about the architecture, history and characters of the town. Not far from Penrith are Brougham Castle, Mayburgh Henge and King Arthur's Round Table. Legend has it that the stone circle 'Long Meg and her daughters', close to the village of Little Salkeld is made of the daughters' lovers turned to stone.
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Penrith
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Penrith was once the capital of Cumbria. With its central position between the Lake District and the North Pennines, it is easy to see why. Today it is very accessible by road, M6, A6 and A66, and rail. Penrith is a bustling market town, renowned for its wealth of specialist shops offering an interesting choice of goods and fine foods. Sandstone buildings hide intriguing lanes, yards and alleyways, leading to attractive cottages, gardens and curious little shops. There is a wide choice of excellent pubs, hotels, local and international restaurants and good evening entertainment. The Penrith Tourist Information Centre and adjoining Penrith and Eden Museum is the ideal starting point for exploring the town. In the museum discover the geology, archaeology and history of Penrith. The Millennium Trails uncover and explain fascinating facts about the architecture, history and characters of the town. Not far from Penrith are Brougham Castle, Mayburgh Henge and King Arthur's Round Table. Legend has it that the stone circle 'Long Meg and her daughters', close to the village of Little Salkeld is made of the daughters' lovers turned to stone.

Places to eat

Crown Inn, Broadfield - rural roadside pub situated on a crossroads. The original part of the pub has a cosy feel with a real fire and has been extended to provide a restaurant of excellent quality. Amazing burgers! https://www.facebook.com/Crown-Inn-Broadfield-263109355514
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Crown Inn, Broadfield - rural roadside pub situated on a crossroads. The original part of the pub has a cosy feel with a real fire and has been extended to provide a restaurant of excellent quality. Amazing burgers! https://www.facebook.com/Crown-Inn-Broadfield-263109355514
Tastefully modernised pub dating back to 1786, sat in the heart of this picturesque village, just five miles south of Carlisle. Locally sourced, excellent food served, in the split level bar and dining area, with two cask ales from Cumbrian breweries usually available.
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Plough Inn Wreay
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Tastefully modernised pub dating back to 1786, sat in the heart of this picturesque village, just five miles south of Carlisle. Locally sourced, excellent food served, in the split level bar and dining area, with two cask ales from Cumbrian breweries usually available.
A warm, cosy country public house serving fantastic homemade food using fresh locally sourced produce.
The Black Lion, Durdar
517 Durdar Road
A warm, cosy country public house serving fantastic homemade food using fresh locally sourced produce.
Great place for Fish & Chips
Dalston Fryer
8 The Square
Great place for Fish & Chips
A family run country pub serving homemade traditional food with an Italian twist: takeaway pizzas, beer garden, children's play area & dogs are welcome
Bridge End Inn
A family run country pub serving homemade traditional food with an Italian twist: takeaway pizzas, beer garden, children's play area & dogs are welcome