La Casita, ‘the little house’, serves the most authentic tapas in Penrith. With care taken for each dish, drink and dining experience – the only thing not-so-Spanish about La Casita is their high quality fresh Cumbrian ingredients.
An incredible wonderland of outdoor arts, masquerade and pint carrying competitions in Penrith.
free entry
Find out how the first tourists to the Lake District (a time before mobile phones, specialist clothing and TripAdvisor reviews) experienced the area, in this fascinating new exhibition.
from £6.00
Offering a brilliant blend of history, art and literature, this expanded exhibition at The Armitt, offers a revealing insight into the artist’s life and work.
from £4.00
Avant-pop Arthur Jeffes and his Penguin Café ensemble are visiting Brewery Arts to perform their much anticipated new album Rain Before Seven.
from £32.50
Kendal Mountain Festival explore the most captivating stories from those inspired by the mountains, wilderness and culture.
Afro-futurist collective Onipa perfrom ‘Off The Grid’, an album which journeys through the origins and evolution of African inspired music.
from £16.50
Exploring our natural world through words, music and poetry, Kendal Mountain Book Festival should be a top pick for lovers of nature writing and avid explorers everywhere.
from £6.50
Artists respond to the increasingly broken social, cultural and political systems in Cross Lane Project’s ‘The Dreams of Exiled Souls’.
free entry
An independent cinema in the heart of town, the Lonsdale Alhambra is, for many locals, a treasure of Penrith.
A blend of historic and contemporary gives Penrith its edge, ancient tradition sitting side-by-side with trendy wine bars, hipster cafes and fine dining.
A gallery and studio space displaying works by local artists – including paintings, drawings, sculptures, ceramics, jewellery and textiles, as well as gift items.
Boasting an array of hot and cold food including homemade cakes, The Yard Kitchen is a café with a distinctly quirky feel.
Rich soups, salads, hearty meals and homemade cakes are freshly made using seasonal and organic incgredients whereever possible from this vegetarian takeaway bistro. It has weekly specials which are posted online and include fresh soups such as Butternut Squash & Chestnut, Vegan Potato, Supergreen with Tahini and Roasted Beetroot & Onion Salads and a cakes that sound so healthy they must be good for you!
Right in the heart of the town centre, deli and bakery J&J Graham is a Penrith icon that dates back to 1793.
This modern bistro and bar, open for dinner Wednesday to Sunday, serves up classic British pub fare reimagined to its most indulgent.
Victoria Clothing is an independent clothing boutique in the centre of Penrith, specialising in goods by small-scale British artisans and Fair-Trade apparel.
Ruins of a 14th century castle, former home of Richard III. Situated in Penrith’s Castle Park, and managed by English Heritage. Free to visit.
Xavier’s is Penrith’s answer to Paris’ wine-infused café culture. An elegant spot to unwind in both the daytime and evening.
Close to the centre of Penrith, Bank House is a stylish family-run bed and breakfast, in a Victorian house with a traditional garden.
Thacka Beck Nature Reserve is within easy walking distance of Penrith town centre, offering a quick retreat for local residents.
We’re crowning October the month of painting prizes! From Birkenhead to Huddersfield, biennials are showcasing the best of contemporary painting.
With literature festival season starting its engines, we select our top picks, alongside some standout launches and readings.
From post punk legends to the leading lights of modern shoegaze, read about the most exciting artists playing in Manchester and the North this autumn.
A true crime rock musical, contemporary dance and punchy new writing feature in this month’s eclectic pick of live theatre.
The best new venues and revamped food and drink menus in Manchester and the North as we head into autumn.
Get inspired to make the most of autumn with day trips, pumpkin carving and ghosts in this month's Tours and Activities guide.
Halloween's on the horizon, but there are some big film festivals to dive into first.
School's back and we're heading towards autumn! Here are some of the best family friendly events and activities to keep the kids busy.
