Welcome to Orton

Orton is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated in the eastern part of the county, near the border with Yorkshire Dales National Park. The village is known for its picturesque setting, with rolling hills and green fields surrounding it. It is also home to a number of historic buildings, including St. James' Church, which dates back to the 12th century.

One of the main attractions in Orton is the Kennedy's Fine Chocolates factory and shop. This family-run business has been producing handmade chocolates for over 25 years, using only the finest ingredients. Visitors can take a tour of the factory and see how the chocolates are made, as well as sample some of the delicious treats. The shop also sells a range of other locally produced goods, including jams, chutneys, and cheeses.

Another popular attraction in Orton is the Orton Scar Cafe, which is located in a converted barn on the edge of the village. The cafe serves a range of homemade cakes, sandwiches, and soups, as well as a selection of hot and cold drinks. It is a popular spot for walkers and cyclists, who can enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding countryside while refuelling with a cup of tea and a slice of cake. The cafe also hosts regular events, including live music and art exhibitions.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Orton C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Emma Pomfret
Orton
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3RG
01539624268
School Website
Tebay Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Ms Helen Wright (Interim Head)
Tebay
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3XB
Crosby Ravensworth C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Duncan Priestley
Crosby Ravensworth
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3JJ
01931715265
School Website
Asby Endowed School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Michelle Clark
Great Asby
Appleby In Westmorland
Cumbria
CA16 6EX
01768351154
School Website
Shap Endowed C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Katie Chappell
Shap
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3NL
01931716274
School Website
Grayrigg C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Kirsty Cooper
Grayrigg
Kendal
Cumbria
LA8 9BU
01539824676
School Website
Selside Endowed C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr June Lowther
Selside
Kendal
Cumbria
LA8 9LB
01539823649
School Website
Appleby Grammar School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Ms Elaine Sargent
Battlebarrow
Appleby-In-Westmorland
Cumbria
CA16 6XU
1768351580
School Website
Appleby Primary School
Foundation School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
David Spruce
Station Road
Appleby In Westmorland
Cumbria
CA16 6TX
01768351431
School Website
Morland Area C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Louise Donnelly-Stott
Morland
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3AT
01931714668
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Appleby
Clifford Street, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6TT
8.61 Miles
Kirkby Stephen
Wiseber Road, Near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4LE
8.70 Miles
Burneside
Station Road, Burneside, Cumbria, LA9 6RD
10.89 Miles
Kendal
Station Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6BT
11.44 Miles
Staveley
Station Road, Staveley, Cumbria, LA8 9NG
11.58 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
B D Taxis
017683 71682
1 Riverside Cottages, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4PH
8.06 Miles
Appleby Cars
07895 900991
9 High Wiend, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6RD
8.25 Miles
Appleby Travel
017683 52220
16 Boroughgate, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XB
8.31 Miles
Appleby Taxis
017683 52772
Unit 3/Horsepower House/Crosscroft Ind Est, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6HX
8.51 Miles
Mmk Appleby Taxis
017683 53106
Long Marton Rd, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XX
8.76 Miles
Prima Taxis
017683 72557
22 The Crescent, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4AF
9.51 Miles
J V R Taxis
017683 52382
Mid Town Farmhouse, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6LU
10.23 Miles
Ladycab Taxis
01539 266002
30 Bainbridge Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5AU
10.27 Miles
On Time Taxis
07917 801878
56 Mary Fell, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5AW
10.44 Miles
Steel Taxis
01539 724217
32 Langdale Cres, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6JU
11.16 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Orton
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Dr Dunning - Orton Surgery
Orton Surgery
Market Hall
Orton
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3RQ
Shap Medical Practice
01931 716230
Shap Health Centre
Peggy Nut Croft, Shap
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3LW
Appleby Medical Practice
01768 351584
The Riverside Building
Chapel Street
Appleby
Cumbria
CA16 6QR
Eden Primary Care Network Hub
017683 51584
Appleby Medical Practice
The Riverside Building
Chapel Street, Appleby
Cumbria
CA16 6QR
Upper Eden Medical Practice
01768 371369
The Health Centre
Silver Street
Kirkby Stephen
Cumbria
CA17 4RB
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Local Stores

Shap
Main Street
Shap
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3NE
01931 716202
Store Website
5.78 miles
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SPAR Appleby-in-Westmorland
Westmorland House
8 Burroughgate
Appleby
CA16 6XB
01768 353439
Store Website
8.3 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Tarn Farm Vets
Ground Floor Office, Unit 3
J39 Green Farm Business Park
Shap
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3PW
01931 716024
bencowvet@gmail.com
Website
5.08 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Forrest Home Vets
Moresdale Hall East
Lambrigg
Kendal
Cumbria
LA8 0DH
01539 824707
admin@forresthomevets.com
Website
8.03 miles
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Old Hall Veterinary Centre
April House
Crosscroft Industrial Estate
Appleby
Cumbria
CA16 6HX
01768 351507
info@oldhallvets.co.uk
Website
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Tethera Veterinary Services Limited
Crosscroft Industrial Estate
Appleby-In-Westmorland
Cumbria
CA16 6HX
8.57 miles
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Pendragon Vets Ltd
Hamilton House
St. Lukes Road
Kirkby Stephen
Cumbria
CA17 4HT
01768 371 359
vets@pendragonvets.co.uk
Website
9.23 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Cats

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Farm Gate Veterinary Services Ltd
14 Long Lane
Sedbergh
Cumbria
LA10 5AH
01539 620335
10.37 miles
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Cattle

Dogs

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Local Dog Walks

Holcombe Hill
The Walk Starts From A Public Footpath Opposite A Free Carpark Down From The Shoulder Of Mutton Pub. The Path Leads To A Cobbled Road, Take A Right And Then A Left To Go Up The Hill. There Is A Open Flat Incline Path For Wheel Chairs And Prams Etc. At The Top Of The Hill Is Peel Tower, On Some Days You Can Go Up It. Otherwise At The Top Is Marshy And Can Be Windy And Damp. Beautiful Heather And Scenery To Be Enjoyed. Approx An Hour And Half Walk.
Fir Bank
Skirsgill Ln
Eamont Bridge
Penrith
CA10 2BQ
14.21 miles

300 Yards Down From Shoulder Of Mutton Theres Is A Small Car Park . On The Other Side Of The Road There Is A Public Footpath That Leads To A Cobble Road. Follow Up The Hill.
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Skelghyll Woods
A Walk Through Woodlands, With Views Over Lake Windermere.
LA22 0DH
15.53 miles

From Ambleside, Take The A591 Towards Windermere. Turn Into The Car Park On The Edge Of Ambleside, On The Left Next To The Fisherbeck Hotel.
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Rydal
A Lovely Linear Walk Which Passes Through The Grounds Of Rydal Hall. The Walk Goes On A Gradual Climb, Offering Views Of Lake Windermere.
LA22 9LX
16.01 miles

From Ableside, Take The A591 Towards Grasmere And Turn Left To Follow The Sign For Rydal Hall.
Location
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Windermere
Windermere Lake Is 10.5 Miles Long, One Mile Wide And 220 Feet Deep, Making It The Largest Natural Lake In England. It Is Surrounded By Mountain Peaks And Villages, Including Bowness-On-Windermere.
LA22 0LR
16.46 miles

Take The B5285 From Hawkshead To Far Sawrey. Continue On Through Far Sawrey And Follow The Signs To Windermere.
Grasmere
Grasmere Is One Of The Smaller Lakes In The Lake District And Gives Its Name To The Village Of Grasmere, Which Lies Immediately To The North Of The Lake. This Walk Follows Beside Rivers And Grasmere Lake, Offering Stunning Scenery.
LA22 9SE
17.02 miles

Take The A591 From Ambleside In The Direction Of Keswick. Just After You Pas Through Pydal, Park At White Moss Car Park, Just Off The Left Hand Side Of The Road.
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Easedale Tarn
Easedale Tarn Is A Tarn In The Centre Of The Lake District, About Two Miles West Of The Village Of Grasmere. On This Walk, You Will Experience Stunning Scenery. The Walk Consists Of A Gradual Hill For Some Of It, But Has Rewarding Views On A Clear Day.
LA22 9TA
17.76 miles

From Ambleside, Take The A591 Towards Keswick And Follow The Signs For Grasmere. Turn Onto The B5287. There Is A Car Park Down A Left Turn (Signposted) Called Broadgate Meadow.
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