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The highest market town in England (at 1,000 feet), the South Tynedale Railway (England's highest narrow-gauge railway), the North Pennines AONB, and a remote Cumbrian town with extraordinary character
A little history
Alston grew as a lead mining centre in the North Pennines — one of the most important lead mining areas in Britain. The cobbled main street and 17th-18th century buildings are remarkably intact. The South Tynedale Railway runs along the South Tyne valley.
The South Tynedale Railway is a genuine delight. The cobbled main street is one of the most atmospheric in northern England. The North Pennines walks from town. The Hub museum for lead mining history.
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Food & drink in Alston
The town has excellent independent cafes for its size. The Hub cafe is good. Local Cumbrian produce — lamb and game — is exceptional.
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The highest market town in England (at 1,000 feet), the South Tynedale Railway (England's highest narrow-gauge railway), the North Pennines AONB, and a remote Cumbrian town with extraordinary character Roam surfaces the local businesses and hidden gems that make Alston worth exploring.
The town has excellent independent cafes for its size. The Hub cafe is good. Local Cumbrian produce — lamb and game — is exceptional. Download Roam free to discover Alston's independent food scene.
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Tourism and the small local community drive Alston's economy. Independent food and visitor businesses are strong. List your Alston business on Roam to reach local customers in Cumbria.
Roam covers all of Alston including Nenthead, Garrigill, Kirkhaugh, Slaggyford, Leadgate. The South Tynedale Railway is a genuine delight. The cobbled main street is one of the most atmospheric in northern England. The North Pennines walks from town. The Hub museum for lead mining history.
