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The character of Penrith
The town centre is compact, red sandstone, with narrow streets around the old market square that suit walking better than waiting. Penrith railway station sits on the edge of the centre with its own forecourt, a straightforward meeting point. The Rheged Centre, right at Junction 40, has extensive parking and works well as a rendezvous for a group travelling in from different directions.
- The old market square suits walking better than a car waiting nearby.
- Penrith station has its own forecourt, a straightforward meeting point.
- The Rheged Centre at Junction 40 has extensive parking for a group rendezvous.
- The A66 crosses exposed high ground and can close in poor winter weather.















