The Arches Carpet and Bed Centre

The Arches Carpet and Bed Centre Family-run carpet, flooring & bed centre in Penrith, Cumbria.

Helping you choose the right carpets, flooring, beds and mattresses for your home, with free measuring, local delivery and fitting.

Will this do Lisa Jackson | Outsourced Marketing Manager?
17/06/2026

Will this do Lisa Jackson | Outsourced Marketing Manager?

Try Before You BuyThere are some things you just can't do online. Buying a bed is one of them. You can read every review...
15/06/2026

Try Before You Buy

There are some things you just can't do online. Buying a bed is one of them. You can read every review going, compare specs until your eyes go square, and still end up with something that doesn't feel right. Because the only way to really know if a bed or mattress suits you is to actually lie on it.

That's why we always say - come in. Take your time. Try a few. There's no rush and no pressure. Our bed centre is upstairs in the showroom and we're here to help you figure out what works, not to push you towards the most expensive option.

It's a big purchase. Get it right.

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Where to Spend and Where to Save.One thing we get asked a lot - do I need to spend the same on every room?The honest ans...
11/06/2026

Where to Spend and Where to Save.

One thing we get asked a lot - do I need to spend the same on every room?

The honest answer is no.

If you're working to a budget, prioritise the areas that take the most punishment, hallways, stairs, and living rooms. These are the spaces that need something hardwearing and built to last. Get that right and it'll look good for years.

Bedrooms are a bit more forgiving. You can often choose something softer and more affordable without compromising on how it looks or feels.

It's the kind of advice we give every customer who comes in. Because the right choice isn't always the most expensive one, it's the one that works for your home and your life.

This is what happens when every detail is thought about. 🖤This bespoke stair runner - herringbone pattern with a contras...
06/06/2026

This is what happens when every detail is thought about. 🖤

This bespoke stair runner - herringbone pattern with a contrasting black border - was designed to work perfectly with the black spindles and white painted stairs. Nothing is accidental here. The edging, the pattern, the colour. It all works together.

This is exactly the kind of project we love helping customers get right. A stair runner isn't just practical, it's one of the first things you see when you walk into a home, and it sets the tone for everything else.

If you've been thinking about your stairs, come and have a chat with the team. We'll help you find something that feels made for your space, because it will be.

📍 Gilwilly Industrial Estate, Penrith

03/06/2026

Another new bed arrival from Wheatcroft 👀

This blue zip and link bed has been designed to come in separate sections, making it much easier to get upstairs and into tighter spaces — perfect for awkward staircases and tricky access.

It also features:
🛏️ 1500 pocket springs
🛏️ Encapsulated edges for an edge-to-edge sleep area
🛏️ Comfort and support all the way across the mattress

We love seeing these beds come together from start to finish… and the finished result looks pretty smart too 💙

Pop into the showroom and take a look for yourself

We’re doing a lot of stairs and hallways recently. Our bespoke stair runners are also proving popular
03/06/2026

We’re doing a lot of stairs and hallways recently. Our bespoke stair runners are also proving popular

Not Sure What You Need? Good.Most people who come in to look at beds and mattresses aren't sure what they need. And hone...
02/06/2026

Not Sure What You Need? Good.

Most people who come in to look at beds and mattresses aren't sure what they need. And honestly? That's exactly the right place to start.

We'll ask you a few simple things - how do you sleep, what have you got now, what's not working about it. From there, we can usually point you in the right direction pretty quickly.

It's not a technical sales pitch. It's just a conversation. And more often than not, customers leave feeling like the decision was a lot simpler than they expected.

If you've been putting it off because it feels complicated, pop in and have a chat. We'll make it easy. ☕

A fresh new floor can completely transform how a kitchen feels.This warm neutral vinyl was fitted throughout the kitchen...
27/05/2026

A fresh new floor can completely transform how a kitchen feels.

This warm neutral vinyl was fitted throughout the kitchen and hallway, creating a seamless flow from one space to the other.

It's practical, easy to clean and hard-wearing, everything you need in a busy part of the home, but the tone keeps it feeling soft and welcoming rather than cold or clinical.

Vinyl has come a long way and the range of colours, textures and finishes available now means there's something to suit almost any home.

If you've been thinking about updating your kitchen or hallway floor, it's well worth coming in to see the options in person.

Address

Hartness Road, Gilwilly Industrial Estate
Penrith
CA119BD

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

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