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tourist information
centre
(Penrith) 01768 867466
Whitehaven to Greystoke 46 miles
Greystoke to Sunderland 88 miles
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Greystoke is a picturesque village built around a green, boasting its own castle built in 1353 and occupied by the same family, the Howard's, since Elizabethan times. The magnificent 13th century church was used by villagers in more turbulent times seeking refuge from bands of marauding Scots. The village is also the home of the late Gordon Richards horseracing stables and you can still see the horses being led out. There is a village shop and an 18th century coaching inn to partake in some much needed refreshments
Greystoke Gill Pottery - browse handmade stoneware, watch the professionals or maybe try your hand at throwing your own pot.
Greystoke Church - A magnificent 13th century church, steeped in history with a glorious East window, oak stalls and 'misericord' seats - carved under seat shelves.
Village Pool - just the place to cool down after the days cycling exploits (opening times vary).
Beckstones Art Gallery - a specialist art gallery exhibiting original work by up to 40 of the nation's top artist's.
You have to go to Penrith for the nearest cycle store I'm afraid.
Arragons - Brunswick Road, Penrith Tel: 01768 890344
Halfords - Ullswater Road, Penrith Tel: 01768 892960
Greystoke Cycle Cafe - Open Fridays 12am to 6pm / Saturdays 10 to 6pm. and the 2ND Sunday of the month 10 -6pm
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Please try to book
accommodation in advance and give as much
notice as possible if you have to cancel
the booking so the room can be re-let
otherwise your deposit may be forfeited.
Also if you are going to be late arriving
at your accommodation it is always a good
idea to ring and let the proprietor know so
they can keep your room open for you.
Remember to double check all details with
the establishment as this guide cannot be
held responsible for any inaccuracies or
omissions nor for any loss arising as a
result.
When booking
accommodation please mention the C2C Guide
website.
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Greystoke Cycle Cafe, CA11 0UT
Tel
:
017684 83984
Web
:
www.greystokecyclecafe.co.uk
Email
:
annie@greystokecyclecafe.co.uk
This is a splendid little stop off for a nice summer's day, or take shelter in the barn if it's not so nice. Annie's garden is a lovely spot and the home baked cakes, scones, paninis, bacon butties and home made soups are a treat. Tea, coffee, cold drinks and all the essentials you could imagine at this delightful pitstop just a stone's throw from the village green. Annie organises all sorts of activities from this old farmhouse - just take a look at 'Quirky Workshops' on the website. The Cyclists’ Barn’ is open 10–6pm with hot drinks /cakes solely for those on bicycles.
Great views across parkland to Greystoke Castle. Car/van parking for C2C support drivers only.

Brathen, The Thorpe, Greystoke, nr Penrith, Cumbria CA11 0TJ
Tel
:
017684 83595
Web
:
www.brathen.co.uk
Email
:
stay@brathen.co.uk
Rooms
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2D, 2T, 2F
B&B
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£25
Packed Lunch
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:£4
Distance from C2C
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On route. Pub 300 yds
Comfortable barn conversion on the
outskirts of the village with a warm welcome and hearty
breakfasts using local produce.

Stafford House, Greystoke Castle, Greystoke
Tel
:
017684 83558
Mobile
....
07759 133281
Email
:
hazel.knight@btconnect.com
Rooms
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2D, 1T.
B&B
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£30-£32.50
Packed lunch
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from £4
Pub: half an arrow flight
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Grade II listed
Large Victorian folly that looks like a walled Gothic castle within the grounds of Tarzan's castle (Greystoke) and shares the same magnificent drive. The house is Grade II listed and sits in 3/4 of an acre of its own grounds with castle battlements on three sides and arched windows. Aside from looking Medieval, it is very comfortable.

The Bunkhouse, Stafford House, Greystoke Castle, Greystoke, Cumbria
Tel
:
017684 83558
Mobile
....
07759 133281
Email
:
hazel.knight@btconnect.com
Saddleback dorm: sleeps 4-6
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Blencathra dorm: sleeps 8-10
Per night
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£15
Distance from pub
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400 yards
Location
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Grounds of Greystoke Castle, next to Stafford House
This new bunkhouse, hopefully opening in June 2008, will
sleep up to 16 in two dormitories, Saddleback Lodge and Pennine Lodge. The head gardener for Greystoke Castle used to reside in the main house at this property and used the lodge to store all the home-grown fruit and supplies for the Howard family through the long winters. It is now fully kitted out with a fitted kitchen-diner, with every convenience including linen and towels, wet rooms, drying rooms, lockers are available and one of the toilets is easily accessible for the disabled. Tea, coffee, fruit juice, various cereals and milk are provided. The rest can be found at the local shop which is only 5 minutes walk and offers a good choice of fare, the Boot & Shoe pub or the Cycle Cafe.

Boot & Shoe, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria CA11 0TP
Telephone
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017684 83343
Website
:
www.boot-and-shoe.com
Email
:
mandale@lineone.net
Rooms
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4T+1D/T (en-suite)
B&B
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£30-£37.50
Evening meal
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£5.95-£12.95 (main courses)
Packed lunch
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???
Since Jan, Ben and Susie took over in July 07 the Boot & Shoe has enjoyed a new lease of life. There's a real buzz about the place; cyclists, jockeys and locals jostle for place while Jan hands out steaming plates of excellent food ranging from chicken balti to local dishes like Lamb Henry. A real community hub. Log fire in the bar, stove in the lounge plus selection of well kept real ales.

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