Penrith home to fifteen thousand people and supporting a hinterland of villages and hamlets has a great deal to offer to the locals. Besides situated in a truly beautiful county, Penrith is near to the Lakes with out being dominated by their popularity, and has the tranquility of the Eden Valley next door.

If you are not into the great outdoors and take no pleasure in the abundance of walking, cycling, fishing, canoeing, just to name a few pleasures, then there are many other things to keep you busy. There are several gyms and swimming pools in the town. A climbing wall, rugby club, football pitch, golf courses, clay shooting, churches, museum, play house, pubs, clubs, cinemas, college, as well as a whole variety of clubs and groups to join, from art and crafts, music and dance, acting and singing, sporting and other hobbies. Finding something to do has never been easier.

Don’t forget the town centre and all the shops, is it time to re-explore the town and have a proper look around and what there is. There may not be an abundance of high street names but there are many shops that really are different and are full of unexpected treasures.