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The church buildings in the Lake District, often on ancient sites, are part of this landscape. The have borne constant witness to the generations who have lived, worked and visited here, telling their stories in a unique way.
An iconic landmark seen for miles around St Mary’s, Ambleside, designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott it houses a memorial chapel to William Wordsworth, a statue of ‘Virgin and Child’ by internationally renowned artist Josephine de Vasconcellos and a unique wall painting of the ancient Rushbearing Ceremony. With Bibles in 28 languages, St Bega’s, Bassenthwaite welcomes walkers and visitors from across the world to appreciate its beautiful setting on Bassenthwaite lake. Named after St Oswald, a 7th century Christian king of Northumberland, the medieval church at Grasmere, is where Wordsworth worshipped and now rests. Little has changed in 800 years in the late medieval, vernacular church of St Michael’s & All Angels, Hawkshead. With superb views of the Lakeland hills from the outside and the internal imagery in the stained-glass windows by the pre-Raphaelite artist Henry Holliday St John’s, Keswick is full of beauty. In 1826 William Wordsworth wrote of Newlands Church, Newlands Valley, ‘How delicate the leafy veil, through which yon house of God, gleams through the midst of this deep dale’ this description remains entirely accurate today.
Below, we have highlighted just a few of the churches in the Lake District area for you to explore. As well as this area, you can also find out more about churches in the following areas of the county:
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With modern furnishings and fresh décor, whilst carefully retaining the charm and character of this…
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Oxenholme is the station on the West Coast Mainline that serves the south lakes, providing easy…
Unique, immersive spa on the edge of the Lake District with 14 nature‑inspired thermal experiences…
Avanti West Coast (formerly Virgin Trains) run fast and frequent trains from London, Birmingham and…
The sport of rock climbing was essentially born here, and the Lake District has a rich heritage of…
Mountain Goat offers Airport Transfer Services to those traveling to and from South Lakes, the…
This exhibition brings together two emerging portrait painters. Lela Harris gives depth and…
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival Aquarelle Guitar Quartet Rossini Sinfonia from…
Start your navigation journey with Hiking Highs, from the very beginning, the first time you have…
Take in the stunning views from our lakeside Restaurant whilst dining from our seasonal menu, we…
From the Brigsteer Road west of Kendal. Hire a bike or hike from Kendal - parking is limited.
A small free car park with donation box and 8 spaces. Located on the site of the Threlkeld, off the…
Connie Flynn's Text & Textile! explores everyday sayings rooted in the textile trade. Using…
The Red Dragon is a charming, recently refurbished coaching inn in Kirkby Lonsdale, offering cosy…
Described by Nicholas Pevsner as “one of the architectural sensations of Cumberland.” The present…
Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere, in the heart of the National Park, with Wainwrights walks…


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