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The Local Area
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Sockenber Park is at the southern end of
Kings Meaburn a small rural village with the river Lyvennet,
footpaths and quiet country lanes . Other neighbouring villages are
Morland , Maulds Meaburn, Crosby Ravensworth
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Appleby-in-Westmorland
The picturesque town Appleby-in-Westmorland is
only five miles away, with its Castle and keeps overlooking the
River Eden, famous Moot Hall and historic buildings
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The bustling market town of Penrith , ten
miles to the North, has all the amenities of a large town ; big
stores, pedestrianised Lanes, shopping arcarde, restaurants without
losing its essential character.
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Kirkby Stephen is a small town in the Upper
Eden valley, a traditional market town of historic buildings,
cobbled yards, quaint corners and interesting shops, it is
surrounded by a landscape of pastoral rural scenery and wild
uplands.
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The market town of Keswick is set between
Derwentwater, Blencathra and Skiddaw, and is the favourite centre
for Lakeland climbers and serious fell walkers.
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Ullswater is the nearest lake and is said to be
England's most beautiful lake so much more Crisp blue skies and
gorgeous views of the fells
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The Market Town of Kendal sits on the banks of
River Kent with its mix of high street names, outlet and speciality
shops, some tucked away down the many fascinating yards which run
off the main street, not to mention the wide variety of
restaurants, traditional pubs and olde worlde tea
rooms.
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The Border city Carlisle is historical city where
the Romans established a settlement here - primarily to serve the
forts on Hadrian's Wall. With its modern, pedestrianised area, the
scene for many colourful events and entertainment, will ensure that
your shopping trip is safe, practical and pleasurable.
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