There are plenty of great things to do with the family if you’re visiting Penrith any time soon with everything from expansive parklands and beautiful stately homes to animal sanctuaries and arts and craft centres. So if you’re heading to Penrith for a day out check out our selection of recommendations first to find out what you can get up to. One place that is definitely worth visiting is the Abbot Lodge Jersey Ice Cream centre which is a working dairy farm where you and the kids can meet the herds of Jersey cows which produce the milk for the ice cream and even sample the final product itself! Alternatively you can take your pick from a host of other day out suggestions below for things to do in Penrith.
A perfect setting for a family picnic and fantastic day out, Brougham Castle was built on the site of an ancient Roman fort, and was home to the Clifford family from 13th century onwards, playing a key role in the War of the Roses. Now managed by English Heritage, the ruins of Brougham Ca...
CycleActive is a professionally run company offering everything from courses and qualifications in mountain biking to holidays and short breaks, both in the UK and abroad. Activities are graded for fitness ability and skill level so there is something for everyone. CycleActive can orga...
EDEN OSTRICH WORLD IS NOW CLOSED. The caravan park is still open and website operational. Ever wandered what a ratite is? A day at Eden Ostrich World will enlighten you! Children will love this fantastic working farm where they can learn all about flightless birds – ratites- suc...
Hutton-in-the-Forest is a magnificent private family home which dates back to the 13th century, and has historic associations with royalty. Set in beautiful grounds, Hutton-in-the-Forest is a great place for a family day out and hosts many events through the year, including Shakespeare pl...
The Lakeland Bird of Prey Centre is situated within the beautiful grounds of Lowther Castle, and is home to about 150 birds of prey including falcons, buzzards, hawks, eagles, and owls. The emphasis is on conservation and the Lakeland Bird of Prey Centre runs a breeding programme and prov...
Rookin House Activity Centre offers a wide range of outdoor activities ideal for family groups of mixed abilities and all ages, although minimum age and height restrictions may apply for some pursuits. You can try your hand at activities as diverse as archery, air rifles and clay pi...
Visit The Alpaca Centre to discover “The Fibre of the Gods” – from the alpaca – a South American herd animal which produces a fibre which is at once “luxurious, warm, lightweight and hardwearing”. The Alpaca Centre is a breeding-farm and has a programme which has helpe...
Ullswater Steamers offers award winning cruises around one of the Lake District’s most beautiful lakes – Ullswater, the shores of which are the site of Wordsworth’s “Daffodils.” Ullswater Steamers operate a fleet of five environmentally friendly boats, including “The ...
Upfront Gallery is a unique a combination of the Upfront Puppet Theatre and the Upfront Gallery, located in a beautiful rural 17 century farmhouse property. Established by John Parkinson, a theatre designer, and his wife Elaine, Upfront Gallery exhibits works of selected artists, ...
Wetheriggs Country Pottery, now a 19th century Industrial Monument, is the only working steam-powered pottery in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1860’s and lovingly restored in the 1990’s, Wetheriggs Country Pottery is set in grounds of approximately 10 acres, where you...
