Sampson''s Cave is easily accessible from either the M6 or A1

 

The google map coordinates are 54.77145,-2.73378

  

The what3words code is ///optimally.cavalier.measure

 

There are direct trains from London Euston to Penrith

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To Sampson’s from the North

Leave the M6 at Junction 42 and take the exit signed Penrith/A6

Follow the A6 for approximately 14 miles until you reach the village of Plumpton

In the middle of the village is a road to your left signed to Lazonby

Follow the road into Lazonby – drive under the railway bridge and turn left after the Chrurch – signed Auction Mart, Baronwood

Drive for approximately 2 miles (the road winds quite a lot) and keep your eye open for a gate on your right signed “Route 2”. Turn down the drive and Sampson’s is in front of you.

 

From the South

Leave the M6 at Junction 41 and take the 4th exit signed Penrith

At the next roundabout (approx. ½ mile) take the 1st exit – signed Carlisle

After approx. 2.5 miles you wll reach the village of Plumpton. In the centre of the village is a road to the right signed Lazonby. Once in the village follow details for the North.

 

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