The Eden Valley.
- Hideaway Cottage
- Mar 4
- 1 min read
Although Penrith brings to mind the North Lakes, the town is also the gateway to the Eden Valley.
The Vale of Eden is formed by the course of the River Eden, one of the major rivers of Northwest England. It is however of much greater extent than the actual valley of the river, lying between the Cumbrian Mountains (more usually referred to as the Lake District), and the northern part of the Pennine Range.
The Eden Valley is a mix of lush green countryside, traditional towns and attractive sandstone villages some dating back to Viking times. To the south are the peaceful Howgill Fells, a favourite of Wainwright.
The River Eden which has its source in the Mallerstang Valley, is one of the finest salmon and trout rivers in the North of England and you can enjoy some great riverside walks. Look out for Lacy's Caves, carved out of sandstone right on the riverbank or go in search of the Eden Benchmarks, ten intriguing sculptures in dramatic settings which act as welcome seats.
The most scenic railway in England, the Settle to Carlisle line runs through the Eden Valley with stations at Kirkby Stephen, Appleby, Langwathby, Lazonby and Armathwaite.
Penrith, is a welcoming market town and an ideal base to explore the area. Brough, near Kirkby Stephen is an old coaching village, rich in history, while Orton is in the newly expanded Yorkshire Dales (The Westmorland Dales) an area of striking landscapes, local produce, heritage and intriguing myths and legends.
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