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Things to see in Penrith (United Kingdom): 42 places and when to go
Penrith is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 42 places in and around it, mainly History (18), Nature (17), Mountains (11). The best known are Brougham Castle, Penrith Castle and Greystoke Castle. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 59 of daylight, and in December, 7 h. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 54.665, -2.7614
- Places
- 42 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (18) · Nature (17) · Mountains (11) · Wildlife (4) · Temples (3) · Architecture (2)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- EDI Ingliston, Edinburgh, 148 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Wether Hill, at 673 m.
What to see in Penrith
The places in and around Penrith, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Brougham CastleCastle near Penrith in Cumbria, England, UK3.0 km
- Penrith CastleGrade I listed castle in Penrith, United Kingdom421 m
- Greystoke CastleCastle west of Penrith in the county of Cumbria in northern England7.5 km
- Dacre CastleMoated tower house in the village of Dacre, Cumbria, England, UK6.2 km
- Hutton in the ForestCountry house in Cumbria, England, UK7.4 km
- Long Meg and Her DaughtersNeolithic stone circle near Penrith, England9.3 km
- Brougham HallCountry house in Cumbria, United Kingdom2.6 km
- DalemainCountry house in Cumbria, England, UK4.7 km
- Gowbarrow FellMountain in Cumbria, United Kingdom13 km
- Great Mell FellMountain in United Kingdom12 km
- BrocavumRoman fort in Cumbria, England, UK3.1 km
- King Arthur's Round TableNeolithic henge monument in Eamont Bridge, Westmorland, Cumbria, England, UK2.3 km
- Kirkoswald CastleCastle in Cumbria, England, UK12 km
- Little Mell FellMountain in United Kingdom11 km
- Loadpot HillMountain in United Kingdom13 km
- Bonscale PikeMountain in United Kingdom12 km
- Clifton Hall, CumbriaManor house in Cumbria,England3.8 km
- Hallin FellMountain in United Kingdom13 km
- St Laurence's Church, MorlandChurch in Morland, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England, UK12 km
- Countess PillarMonument in Brougham, Cumbria, United Kingdom3.8 km
- Arthur's PikeFell in the English Lake District11 km
- Askham HallGrade I listed building in Eden, United Kingdom6.3 km
- DunmalletHill in Dacre, Cumbria, England7.0 km
- Lacy's CavesCaves in Cumbria, England9.7 km
And the other 18, by what you come to do:
- History: Little Meg, Acorn Bank House, Blencow Methodist Chapel, Halfa Bridge, Plague Stone In Grounds Of Greengarth Old People's Home
- Nature: Long Meg Mine, Steel Knotts, Wether Hill, Cliburn Moss, Heughscar Hill, Cold Springs Community Nature Reserve, Tarn Moss Nature Reserve, Thacka Beck Nature Reserve
- Temples: St Cuthbert's Church, Edenhall
- Museums and art: Penrith and Eden Museum
- Food and drink: Brack'N'Brew, Eden River Brew Co.
- With kids: Subtropical Swimming Paradise
When to go to Penrith
The best time to visit Penrith is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:34
- FebPossible9:24
- MarPossible11:28
- AprBest time13:48
- MayBest time15:49
- JunBest time16:59
- JulBest time16:30
- AugBest time14:42
- SepBest time12:25
- OctPossible10:10
- NovBetter not8:06
- DecPossible7:00
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 59 of daylight, and in December, 7 h. In April, 42 of the 42 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Penrith
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI, Ingliston, Edinburgh), 148 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Carlisle56 places26 km
- Grasmere161 places29 km
- Cockermouth79 places39 km
- Sedbergh41 places41 km
- Lakeside51 places45 km
- Hexham33 places48 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Penrith?
The best known: Brougham Castle, Penrith Castle, Greystoke Castle, Dacre Castle, Hutton in the Forest. In all, 42 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Penrith?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 59 of daylight, and in December, 7 h.
How do you get to Penrith?
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 148 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Penrith as the destination and these 42 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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