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Bewcastle Cross
About
An 8thC Anglo-Saxon stone cross shaft besides St Cuthbert's Parish Church of Bewcastle dating from 13thC set beside ruins of Bew Castle now being consolidated by English Heritage. All three attractions are grouped together on the buried flat.No mobile phone signal.
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Opening Times
* Church only: open all year, daily, dawn to dusk. Any problems call 016977 48389 or call at the The Old Rectory.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
Catering
- Picnic site
Children
- Children welcome
Groups
- Facilities for educational visits
Parking
- Free Parking
Property Facilities
- Dogs Accepted
- Smoking allowed
Target Markets
- Coach parties accepted
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
From Carlisle take A69 to Brampton, Lanercost, up hill and turn left to Bewcastle, over crossroads and 3 cattle grids, down hill.
The nearest railway station is Brampton, which is 10 miles away.
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