Penrith Coffee-and-Cake Crawl Guide

Penrith is a town in England with a range of independent cafes and coffee houses. This guide takes you on a walkable tour of the town's coffee-and-cake scene.

1. The Narrowbar Cafe

The Narrowbar Cafe is a family-run independent cafe in central Penrith. It serves all-day breakfasts, homemade lunches and home-baked cakes, scones and teacakes. The cafe is located on Devonshire Street and is known locally for its baking. The Narrowbar Cafe serves Lavazza coffee.

2. Chapter 12 Coffee Rooms

Chapter 12 Coffee Rooms is an independent coffee rooms and bistro in central Penrith. It serves breakfasts, hot and cold lunches and a wide range of homemade cakes. The coffee rooms offer both indoor and outdoor seating and are dog-friendly.

3. Three Crowns

Three Crowns is a friendly family-run cafe and tea shop in a yard off the centre of Penrith. It serves morning coffee, breakfasts, lunches and afternoon tea. Food is homemade using local produce, with homemade cakes and gluten-free and dairy-free options available.

4. The Lemon Tree Cafe-Bistro

The Lemon Tree Cafe-Bistro is an independent cafe-bistro run by Helen and Henry Lynch since 2011. It is located in the Devonshire Arcade off Devonshire Street. The cafe-bistro serves breakfast, lunch and homemade food alongside coffee and desserts, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available.

5. Daffodils Coffee House

Daffodils Coffee House is a family-run independent coffee house located in historic St Andrew's Churchyard in the centre of Penrith. It serves coffee, light meals and a range of homemade cakes, including dairy-free and gluten-free options.

The cafes and coffee houses in Penrith offer a range of options for food and drink. Each stop on this guide is within walking distance of the others, making it easy to visit them all in one day.

Common questions

What type of coffee does The Narrowbar Cafe serve?

The Narrowbar Cafe serves Lavazza coffee.

Are there any dog-friendly cafes on the guide?

Yes, Chapter 12 Coffee Rooms are dog-friendly and offer both indoor and outdoor seating.

Do any of the cafes offer gluten-free options?

Yes, several cafes on the guide offer gluten-free options, including Three Crowns, The Lemon Tree Cafe-Bistro and Daffodils Coffee House.