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Wherever you are in Cumbria and the Lake District you can feel the shadow of a deep cultural heritage. Here are the standing stones and circles of the ancients, the powerful traces of Rome and the mighty fortresses of the Normans. The history of the Vikings, the Angles and the Saxons is read in the names they left behind, including fell, dale, beck, ghyll, mere, tarn and howe.
Later arrivals came not to conquer but to bask in the beauty of the landscapes and let it inspire them to artistic greatness: William Wordsworth, John Ruskin, Beatrix Potter, JMW Turner, Kurt Schwitters and Andy Goldsworthy are just a few of the names who carved their creativity out of Cumbrian stone; today, a rich creative life builds on this exceptional heritage.
You can see it and feel it within a few short miles; the artworks in mountains and forests, the scores of galleries and artists’ studios, the packed programme performances and festivals – not just music and comedy but wool, print and ceramics. It's the intimate venues and outdoor stages in stunning settings that make a cultural break here something unique.
For a taste of the art and culture waiting for you in England’s best-known landscape explore the sections below and at www.lakesculture.co.uk.
Circle has a diameter of 60' and stands on a flattened mound or platform. There are 20 uprights,…
A stunning Elizabethan mansion with spectacular interiors and impressive collections of antiques. …
Peaceful and inspiring Buddhist Temple, amazing Romantic Gothic mansion, relaxing café, gift shop…
Roman museum displaying the internationally significant collection of Romano-British altars,…
Today, the principal feature is the Goggleby Stone, a 12 ton monolith, which was re-erected in 1975…
Come and join us at The Old Calf Shed for a behind-the-scenes look at our distillery, followed by a…
This church is well known because of its associations with the great Romantic poet William…
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and…
Come and visit our brewery to find out more about us and the beers we make. Only a 2 minute walk…
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther…
The present circle of 10 standing stones, 80' diameter, was restored in 1949. The stone circle is…
La'aL Ratty, the little Cumbrian railway, is an award-winning heritage visitor attraction and Lake…
The church is situated centrally in Keswick and stands out by virtue of its tall spire. The site…
Farfield Mill is a Victorian woollen mill in the Yorkshire Dales. Home to artists’ studios, art…
Imposing and well-preserved turret with adjoining stretches of Hadrian's Wall.
The stream which flows over Aira Force is Aira Beck, which rises on the upper slopes of Stybarrow…
Circle is 37' across, seven stones and the retaining kerb of a destroyed cairn. Nineteenth-century…
Make yourself comfortable in the former home of National Trust Founder, Canon Rawnsley. Only…
A fascinating historic house where the elegance and loveliness of the Victorian era combine with…
Brougham Hall is a creative haven where you can enjoy the perfect blend of crafts, coffee and…
Three circles and nine small cairns. The south circle is 104' across, the north-west is 72' with a…
Cartmel Priory has been described as the medieval jewel among churches, making a lasting impression…
Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere, this extensive working mill was begun in 1835 and…
Steam from the lake shore of Windermere along the heritage track to Haverthwaite Station, where you…
Wherever you are in Cumbria the history of the Vikings, the Angles and the Saxons is read in the names they left behind
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Carnforth
Circle has a diameter of 60' and stands on a flattened mound or platform. There are 20 uprights, none more than 2' high and suggesting perhaps the kerb of a destroyed cairn.
Kendal
A stunning Elizabethan mansion with spectacular interiors and impressive collections of antiques. Also home to the world's oldest topiary gardens, designed by Guillaume Beaumont, retain many original features. Cafe, Gift Shop and Plant Centre.
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732 reviewsConishead Priory, Ulverston
Peaceful and inspiring Buddhist Temple, amazing Romantic Gothic mansion, relaxing café, gift shop and book store. Bring a picnic. Six minute woodland walk to beach.
The Promenade, Maryport
Roman museum displaying the internationally significant collection of Romano-British altars, inscriptions and sculptures from the adjacent Roman fort and civilian settlement.
Penrith
Today, the principal feature is the Goggleby Stone, a 12 ton monolith, which was re-erected in 1975 after it had fallen - some 3500 years after first being set on end.
Ulverston
Come and join us at The Old Calf Shed for a behind-the-scenes look at our distillery, followed by a relaxed spirits tasting in our stylish visitor bar.
Grasmere
This church is well known because of its associations with the great Romantic poet William Wordsworth, who lived in nearby Dove Cottage and is buried in the churchyard.
Coniston
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and memorabilia. The 250-acre estate comprises 8 unique gardens, ancient woodland, high moors and meadows.
Brewery Lane, Keswick
Come and visit our brewery to find out more about us and the beers we make. Only a 2 minute walk from Keswick town centre, enjoy a beer where it’s brewed. Explore on a tour, visit our Brewery Shop, and relax in our Flying Fox Bar.
Penrith
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther Castle is one of the northwest's most spectacular visitor attractions. Its setting within the Lake District National Park is truly beautiful while the…
Cumbria
The present circle of 10 standing stones, 80' diameter, was restored in 1949. The stone circle is on private land belonging to Seascale How Farm, but can be seen from a nearby footpath.
Ravenglass
La'aL Ratty, the little Cumbrian railway, is an award-winning heritage visitor attraction and Lake District icon, living up to its “must do” reputation for all ages. There are lots of things to do including shopping facilities, a museum,…
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1983 reviewsKESWICK
The church is situated centrally in Keswick and stands out by virtue of its tall spire. The site for this church commands superb views of the surrounding Lakeland hills.
Sedbergh
Farfield Mill is a Victorian woollen mill in the Yorkshire Dales. Home to artists’ studios, art exhibitions, heritage looms and tea room.
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249 reviewsBrampton
Imposing and well-preserved turret with adjoining stretches of Hadrian's Wall.
Penrith
The stream which flows over Aira Force is Aira Beck, which rises on the upper slopes of Stybarrow Dodd at a height of 720 metres and flows north-easterly before turning south, blocked by the high heather-covered slopes of Gowbarrow Fell.
Penrith
Circle is 37' across, seven stones and the retaining kerb of a destroyed cairn. Nineteenth-century excavations produced a cremation.
Grasmere
Make yourself comfortable in the former home of National Trust Founder, Canon Rawnsley. Only partially restored and decorated, this isn’t a typical National Trust experience.
Grange-over-Sands
A fascinating historic house where the elegance and loveliness of the Victorian era combine with the warmth and welcome of a much loved family home. The hall is set in 25 acres of romantic formal & woodland gardens and ancient parkland, with the…
Penrith
Brougham Hall is a creative haven where you can enjoy the perfect blend of crafts, coffee and restoration.
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