Living in Lazonby
Lovely Lazonby is a good-sized village north of Penrith in the rural county of Cumbria. With close proximity to both the Lake District and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, as well as being not too far from the Yorkshire Dales, Lazonby has all the charm of country-living with none of the inconvenience of isolation or lack of amenities. Nestled in the beautiful area known as the Eden Valley, Lazonby sprawls along the River Eden and has a thriving local community. It is an excellent place to live for young families, professionals who work remotely and have a love of the outdoors and those wanting to enjoy a quieter setting but with plenty of things to do close by.
Whether you’re looking for your forever home or your next home, our Wakefield Gardens development has a mixture of 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses in Lazonby for sale, all finished to a high standard and situated on the southern edge of the ever-popular village of Lazonby. Let’s take a closer look at what it’s like to live in Lazonby and why choosing a home with Genesis Homes is a great option.
Where is Lazonby?
Lazonby is 7.5 miles north of the town of Penrith, which is often referred to as the northern gateway to the Lake District, and approximately 16 miles south of the city of Carlisle. Located in the rural county of Cumbria, this popular village is loved by locals and visitors alike for its welcoming community, beautiful scenery and proximity to both fells and lakes.
To get here you would normally travel through Penrith to get to Lazonby. You can either arrive via junction 40 on the M6 at Penrith and drive 15 minutes north to Lazonby, or from the east use the A66 to Penrith and then drive to the village from there. At just 15 minutes away from the major motorway north and south and a main east-west A road, Lazonby is easy to reach for visiting family and friends and commuting to larger northern cities is relatively straightforward.
There are excellent train links to Lazonby as the village train station is situated along the scenic Settle to Carlisle Railway line. At Carlisle you can change to other train lines or drive to Penrith for Penrith Train Station which has fast trains to London Euston, Manchester, Edinburgh and Glasgow. In addition to this there are regular bus route links to Carlisle and Penrith from the village via the 134 and 137 daily routes and the locally run Fellrunner Bus which is staffed by volunteers and provides excellent local links.
What is the population of Lazonby?
According to the most recent UK census in 2021, the population of Lazonby was 1,140.
What is there to do in Lazonby?
There is plenty to do in Lazonby whether you enjoy exploring the great outdoors or prefer more relaxed, indoor pursuits. The village of Lazonby has an active and enthusiastic community with regular yoga, exercise and dance classes, regular social events such as quiz nights, firework displays, festive get-togethers and seasonal barbeques. Many of these activities take place at Lazonby Village Hall or at Kirkoswald Village Hall. Kirkoswald is a small neighbouring village just 1 mile from Lazonby across the river, which shares many of its events and facilities with the locals of Lazonby.
Cumbria is home to a surprising number of seasonal outdoor swimming pools and Lazonby Swimming Pool is a firm favourite with visitors and locals alike who come here to enjoy the facilities here during the warmer summer months. Next to the pool is a wonderful village park and Lazonby Campsite which is located along the riverbank. The pool is located at the northeast corner of Lazonby, and Lazonby hall is right in the middle of the village, both easily accessible to those living here and in Kirkoswald.
Lazonby is a great base for exploring the nearby fells and lakes too. With Ullswater less than 30 minutes away and the northern mountains of Blencathra, Skiddaw and Dodd a similar distance, exploring the Lake District is super easy. Closer to Lazonby there are plenty of walking routes from the village itself or a short drive east will find you in the North Pennines AONB, home of Cross Fell, 893m, the highest peak in England outside of the Lakes. Cyclists also love the Eden Valley for the scenic country roads, varied terrain and ease of getting about. Lazonby is a wonderful place to base yourself for forays into the surrounding area on your bike, without facing heavy road traffic.
The city of Carlisle is less than 30 minutes’ drive north, or a short train trip away, and is home to all the entertainment you’d expect of a large city. There are cinemas, trampoline parks, museums, Carlisle Castle, art galleries and shopping centres as well as a choice of supermarkets, restaurants, bars, pubs and cafés.
What amenities are there in Lazonby?
In Lazonby itself there is Lazonby Train Station and a bus route with regular local buses. There is a Lakes and Dales Co-operative village shop which stocks all the basics and then some. Aside from the swimming pool and park, you’ll also find a toy shop that makes bespoke toys, Croglin Toys, the village hall and a rural fire station. Lazonby Coop has an ATM and Post Office services and Lazonby is also home to a pub, The Midland, a primary school, Lazonby C of E Primary School and the village church is St Nicholas Anglican Church, which is in the centre of the Lazonby. You’ll also find a local petrol station here too, RH Lacy.
Across the river in Kirkoswald, there is a small GP surgery, Kirkoswald Doctors Surgery, two further pubs, the Fetherston Arms and The Crown Inn, as well as an independent village shop which is staffed by local volunteers.
The nearest supermarkets are in Penrith where there is Aldi, Sainsburys, Morrisons and Booths. Here are also the closes pharmacies, vets, cafes, restaurants, bars and clothes shops.
For a small village in the heart of the picturesque Eden Valley, Lazonby is surprisingly well-equipped and offers all the amenities one might need on a day-to-day basis, and for more choice and variety Penrith at 20 minutes’ drive away is not far to travel for everything else.
What is Lazonby known for?
Lazonby is probably best known for two things – Bells of Lazonby and Lazonby Swimming Pool.
Bells of Lazonby Ltd is a family owned and run bakers that has been baking for over 75 years. There are two bakeries on the site, one dedicated to traditional bread products and cakes and the other solely used for producing gluten and dairy free goodies. You’ll find Bells of Lazonby bread, pies, pastries and cakes stocked throughout the region and sometimes further afield. Their wares are absolutely delicious and a firm favourite with Cumbrians.
Lazonby pool with its pretty outdoor pools, caters to all ages and abilities with two separate pools, one shallow for children, water fountains and plenty of seating for spectators. They offer lane swimming, private hire and pool classes from May-September and have a small kiosk selling snacks and drinks, or bacon sandwiches on Sunday mornings.
Reasons to live in Lazonby
If we haven’t piqued your interest by now, then Lazonby probably isn’t for you!
For those of you who have enjoyed reading about Lazonby, this friendly, scenic, Eden Valley village is a fantastic place to live with kids or without, by yourself or with family. With plenty to do, lots of amenities close by and a warm and welcoming community to join, Lazonby is country living at its best.
Our top 5 reasons to move to Lazonby are:
- Beautiful rural location – Lazonby is located in a beautiful part of Cumbria and the village enjoys scenic views in every direction.
- Community spirit – Lazonby has a thriving local community with plenty of social events, fundraisers and family activities planned throughout the year.
- Excellent transport links – Lazonby enjoys all the benefits of a countryside location whilst maintaining close transport links to larger hubs by car, train, bus and bike.
- Proximity to the Lake District – This pretty village is close to the Lakes, Dales and Pennines offering plenty of opportunity to enjoy walking, running, sailing, paddleboarding and a whole plethora of other outdoor activities.
- Fantastic village amenities – Between Lazonby and nearby Kirkoswald, all the amenities you could need are within easy reach.
Hopefully this guide has given you ample reasons to get in touch with the friendly team at Genesis Homes to enquire about houses for sale in Lazonby. Our latest development, Wakefield Gardens, is surrounded by rolling green fields and lush landscapes and sits on the outskirts of this thriving village. With houses to suit all tastes and quality finishes throughout, Genesis Homes is a company you can rely on to deliver excellent houses that are affordable and perfectly suited to modern rural living.