Penrith South
Ward in Westmorland and Furness, England
| Coordinates: | 54.661, -2.746 |
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| OS grid ref: | NY 52 29 |
| Dialling code: | 01768 (Penrith) |
The Penrith South ward sits on the southern edge of the market town of Penrith within the unitary authority of Westmorland and Furness, overlooking parts of the Eden Valley and with straightforward road links out to the M6 and A66. It blends residential streets and small green spaces, offering quiet neighbourhoods with views towards the Lakeland fells and easy access to surrounding countryside.
Locally the area supports a mixed community of families, commuters and older residents, with shops, schools and active community groups providing day‑to‑day amenities; many people work in nearby centres such as Carlisle or in the region’s tourism and agricultural industries. While largely suburban in character, it shares in Penrith’s long history - medieval roots and nearby historic sites - so residents enjoy practical services alongside cultural events and outdoor recreation in the Lake District and Eden Valley.
Postcode districts covering Penrith South
Most populated places nearby
Neighbouring places
- Yanwath and Eamont Bridge Parish 1.4 miles
- Penrith North Ward 1.9 miles
- Penrith Built-up area 2 miles
- Clifton Built-up area 2.2 miles
- Sockbridge Built-up area 2.3 miles
- Sockbridge and Tirril Parish 2.3 miles
- Stainton Built-up area 2.4 miles
- Dacre Parish 2.7 miles
- Brougham Parish 3 miles
- Catterlen Parish 3.2 miles
- Newbiggin Built-up area 3.6 miles
- Cliburn Built-up area 3.8 miles
Example postcodes in Penrith South
CA11 7YA, CA11 7DJ, CA11 0DW, CA11 8NN, CA11 8WL, CA11 9AF, CA11 7DX, CA11 9HX, CA11 7FN … See all
Transport links
- Newcastle International Airport 49.3 miles
- Durham Tees Valley Airport 53.7 miles
- Penrith Railway Station 0.5 miles
- Langwathby Railway Station 4 miles
Hotels in Penrith South Ad
Schools in Penrith South
- Brunswick School Primary
- Hunter Hall School Independent - primary
- North Lakes School Primary
- Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith Secondary
- Ullswater Community College Secondary
Local points of interest
- Brougham Castle Archaeological site 1.2 miles
- Brocavum Archaeological site 1.3 miles
- Lowther Castle Estate 4.2 miles
- Inglewood Forest Forest 10.9 miles
- Blencathra Centre Country house 13.7 miles
- Moor House Nature Reserve Nature reserve 15.2 miles
- Carlisle Racecourse Recreation 15.7 miles
- Brunton Park Stadium 17.5 miles