Orton self catering

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Orton in Cumbria is a great place to head for a self catering short break or holiday... there is so much to see and do. Click here to find out more »

Set in a secluded position on the eastern fringe of the Lake District National Park is the attractive village of Orton. Along with its neighbours Kendal, Sedbergh and Appleby-in-Westmorland, this pretty town is surrounded by rolling hills and impressive scenery. Above the village is the Orton Scar, a limestone hill that was used to warn the village of Scottish raids. Orton's centre is home to a local pub serving food, a shop with post office, tea-rooms and the famous handmade chocolate shop. The attractive village green is surrounded by 17th and 18th Century cottages whilst there is a farmer’s market in the village square on the second Saturday of every month. Visitors can take a short drive to discover Haweswater, or visit the Lake District, the Eden Valley and the Yorkshire Dales.

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