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This one-time capital of Cumbria, in the old Kingdom of Scotland and Strathclyde, takes its name, some say, from the Celts who called it "Ford by the Hill." The namesake hill is marked today by a red-sandstone beacon and tower. Because of Penrith's central location above the northern Lake District and beside the Pennines, this thriving market center was important to Scotland and England from its very beginning, eventually prompting England to take it over in 1070.
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AttractionsCumberland Pencil Museum
Southey Works
Keswick, Cumbria CA12 5NG United Kingdom Distance: 16.6 mi. (from destination center) Description: Enter the museum through a replica of the Seathwaite Mine, where graphite was first discovered.... Read More
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Derwent Water Marina
Portinscale
Keswick, Cumbria, United Kingdom Distance: 17.4 mi. (from destination center) Description: A wonderful place to go sailing, windsurfing, or canoeing. ... Read More
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Windermere Lake Cruises
Winander House
Glebe Road Bowness on Windermere, United Kingdom Distance: 18.4 mi. (from destination center) Description: Steamers and launchers offer a variety of cruises, including the 45-minute Island Cruise from Bowness and a 40-minute cruise from Ambleside. ... Read More
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Penrith Vacation RentalsThe Mains
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 3
Amenities: DVD Player, Freezer, Full kitchen, Laundry, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Restaurant, TV, Towels
Archway Cottage
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1 Sleeps: 4
Amenities: BBQ, CD Player, DVD Player, Full kitchen, Laundry, No Pets, Patio, Stereo, TV, Towels
The Cottage
Bedrooms: 3
Sleeps: 4
Amenities: CD Player, DVD Player, Freezer, Full kitchen, Laundry, Pets OK, Restaurant, Stereo, Stove, TV, Towels
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