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Places to Visit in Penrith, Cumbria
Dalemain
Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 9TH
Tel:+44(0)17684 86450
Fax: +44(0)17684 86223
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Dalemain online: information and bookings
Behind the impressive pink, ashlar façade you will discover the real surprise of Dalemain - its sheer variety.
The name Dalemain means 'manor in the valley', and there has been a settlement here since Saxon times.
The first recorded mention of a building on this site, is of a fortified pele tower in the reign of Henry II; one of a line of towers built to protect the country against marauding Scots to the North.
To this was added a manor hall in the 14th century, with a second tower and in turn, in the 16th century were added two wings housing kitchen and living quarters, one on each side of the main building.
The impressive Georgian front was completed in 1744, built to enclose a central courtyard between the new and the old parts of the house.
The garden facade was rebuilt in 1748 to match the new front, and there have been no major alteration since that time.
Facilities
• Historic House
• Gardens
• Tea Room
• Picnic Area
• Children
• Car Park
• Private Group Tours
• School Tours Available.
Restaurant
Homemade food is readily available in our Mediaeval Hall Tearoom during the summer and winter season. Enjoy a pleasant meal beside a roaring log fire and soak up the feeling of days gone by. Or why not order from our Dalemain Country House Produce range. All the meals are home cooked and then quickly frozen to preserve the freshness and flavour. Just defrost and cook as recommended and then sit back and enjoy the delicious taste.
We can also provide catering for special events such as birthday parties, small conferences etc. Please enquire for further details if you are planning an event.
Further Information
Dalemain offers self-catering accommodation on Dalemain Estate
The Bungalow
A very remote, former shooting lodge constructed in 1912, in Martindale. Available during the summer months for stays of one week or more. Sleeps up to 12 people.
Yew Cottage, Dacre
A simple country cottage set in Dacre, a pretty, unspoilt village, just five miles from the market town of Penrith and two miles from Ullswater. From the cottage, it is only a short walk to the excellent local pub. Dating from the seventeenth century The Horse and Farrier offers a warm welcome, good food and a refreshing drink.
In case of alteration, please check prices, opening times and any specific important information before booking or visiting
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