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History and Heritage

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.

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Aerial View of Muncaster Castle & Gardens in Ravenglass, Cumbria
Muncaster Castle

Discover the captivating charm of Muncaster Castle, a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake…

Exterior and grounds at Sizergh Castle, Lake District © National Trust Images
Sizergh

Sizergh boasts 800 years of family history, and is filled with thousands of fascinating items…

Exterior and Gardens at Hutton-in-the-Forest Historic House near Penrith, Cumbria
Hutton-in-the-Forest Historic House

Historic house and gardens based on a medieval pele towers with substantial 17th, 18th and 19thC…

Exterior, Grounds, and Gardens at Holker Hall and Gardens near Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria
Holker Hall and Gardens

A fascinating historic house where the elegance and loveliness of the Victorian era combine with…

Exterior of The Lakes Distillery near Cockermouth, Lake District
The Lakes Distillery

The award-winning Lakes Distillery Company opened in December 2014 in The Lake District National…

St Kentigern, Crosthwaite, Keswick
St Kentigern, Crosthwaite, Keswick

Crosthwaite Church has a long history and it is thought that Christians have worshipped on this…

Historic Steam Trains at Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway in the Lake District, Cumbria
Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway - Lakeside Pier

Steam from the lake shore of Windermere along the heritage track to Haverthwaite Station, where you…

St. Cuthbert's Church, Great Salkeld
St. Cuthbert's Church, Great Salkeld

There has probably been a church in Great Salkeld since 880 AD, when the body of St Cuthbert was…

Dentdale
Dentdale Chapel, Dent

Situated in the beautiful valley of Dentdale, Cumbria yet within the boundary of the Yorkshire…

Newlands Church
Newlands Church

Newlands church, set in the midst of the lovely Newlands Valley, is a haven of peace and…

St. Lawrence's Church, Appleby-in-Westmorland
St. Lawrence's Church, Appleby-in-Westmorland

St Lawrence's church is a grade I listed building, of late 12th century foundation, rebuilt late…

Gretigate Stone Circles
Gretigate Stone Circles

Three circles and nine small cairns. The south circle is 104' across, the north-west is 72' with a…

St. Mary's Church, Ambleside
St. Mary's Church, Ambleside

Visible from miles around that spire of St Mary’s nestles into the beautiful landscape of the Heart…

Hardknott Roman Fort
Hardknott Roman Fort

Hardknott Roman Fort is one of the most dramatically sited and remote Roman forts in Britain. It…

St. Andrew's Church, Penrith
St. Andrew's Church, Penrith

According to architectural historian Nicholas Pevsner, this is ‘the stateliest church of its time…

Family Friendly Exhibits at Lakeland Motor Museum in Newby Bridge, Lake District
Lakeland Motor Museum

A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…

Cautley Chaple, Sedbergh
Cautley Chapel, Sedbergh

Striking in its symmetry with its central round headed doorway between by matching round headed…

Holy Trinity, Kendal
Holy Trinity, Kendal

With a history dating back over a thousand years, Holy Trinity is one of the largest parish…

Exterior and Grounds at Brantwood, Home of John Ruskin in Coniston, Lake District
Brantwood, Home of John Ruskin

Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and…

Cartmel Priory
Cartmel Priory

Cartmel Priory has been described as the medieval jewel among churches, making a lasting impression…

Stained glass window at St. Martin's Church Brampton
St. Martin's Church, Brampton

A 'very remarkable building with windows glowing with gemstone colours', according to architectural…

Castlerigg Stone Circle
Castlerigg Stone Circle

Raised in circa 3000BC, Castlerigg is perhaps the most atmospheric of all British stone circles…

St Mary's, Beaumont
St Marys, Beaumont

Situated prominently in the heart of the village, in an area of outstanding natural beauty. St…

Grey Croft Stone Circle
Grey Croft Stone Circle

The present circle of 10 standing stones, 80' diameter, was restored in 1949. The stone circle is…

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  • 1Muncaster Castle
  • 2Sizergh
  • 3Hutton-in-the-Forest Historic House
  • 4Holker Hall and Gardens
  • 5The Lakes Distillery
  • 6St Kentigern, Crosthwaite, Keswick
  • 7Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway - Lakeside Pier
  • 8St. Cuthbert's Church, Great Salkeld
  • 9Dentdale Chapel, Dent
  • 10Newlands Church
  • 11St. Lawrence's Church, Appleby-in-Westmorland
  • 12Gretigate Stone Circles
  • 13St. Mary's Church, Ambleside
  • 14Hardknott Roman Fort
  • 15St. Andrew's Church, Penrith
  • 16Lakeland Motor Museum
  • 17Cautley Chapel, Sedbergh
  • 18Holy Trinity, Kendal
  • 19Brantwood, Home of John Ruskin
  • 20Cartmel Priory
  • 21St. Martin's Church, Brampton
  • 22Castlerigg Stone Circle
  • 23St Marys, Beaumont
  • 24Grey Croft Stone Circle
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  1. Penrith Castle
    Penrith Castle
    Penrith Castle

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    Castlegate, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7HX

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    0191 2691200

    customers@english-heritage.org.uk

    Penrith

    The mainly 15thC remains of a castle begun by Bishop Strickland of Carlisle and developed by the Nevilles and Richard lll. Set in a municipal park opposite the railway station.

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  2. The Lakeland Model Village at The Damson Dene Hotel in Crosthwaite, Lake District
    The Lakeland Model Village at The Damson Dene Hotel in Crosthwaite, Lake District
    Life-size statues of Beatrix Potter and John Ruskin at The Lakeland Model Village at The Damson Dene Hotel in Crosthwaite, Lake District
    The Lakeland Model Village at The Damson Dene Hotel in Crosthwaite, Lake District
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    House models at The Lakeland Model Village at The Damson Dene Hotel in Crosthwaite, Lake District
    The Lakeland Model Village at The Damson Dene Hotel in Crosthwaite, Lake District
    Life-size statues of Beatrix Potter and John Ruskin at The Lakeland Model Village at The Damson Dene Hotel in Crosthwaite, Lake District
    The Lakeland Model Village at The Damson Dene Hotel in Crosthwaite, Lake District
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    The Lakeland Model Village

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    The Damson Dene Hotel, Crosthwaite, Nr Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA8 8JE

    Telephone

    015395 68676

    info@lakelandmodelvillage.co.uk

    Nr Bowness-on-Windermere

    The Lakeland Model Village showcases dozens of miniature buildings crafted from locally sourced Coniston slate. Over the past 25 years, local builder Edward Robinson carefully created each one by hand, faithfully recreating some of Cumbria’s most…

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  3. Swinside Stone Circle
    Swinside Stone Circle
    Swinside Stone Circle

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    Duddon Bridge, Nr Broughton in Furness, Millom, Cumbria

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Millom

    Originally know as Sunkenkirk, consists of 50 stones at the foot of Black Combe. Access is via a long farm track from a minor road branching off the A595. Well worth the walk!

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  4. Gallery one at The Roman Army Museum
    Gallery one at The Roman Army Museum
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    Roman Army Museum
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    Exhibition at The Roman Army Museum
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    Roman Army Museum
    Roman Army Museum

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    Greenhead, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 7JB

    Telephone

    01697 747485

    info@vindolanda.com

    Brampton

    Experience the edge of empire at the award winning Roman Army Museum. There is nowhere else like it on Hadrian's Wall.

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  5. St Ninian, Brougham
    St Ninian, Brougham
    St Ninian, Brougham

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    Brougham, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2AD

    Penrith

    A lovely church in a remote setting.

    Known locally as Ninekirks, St Ninian's stands remote down a long track, above a bend in the River Eamont and with views of the Pennines and the Lake District. It is worth finding both for its lovely setting and…

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  6. Cautley Chaple, Sedbergh
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    Cautley Chapel, Sedbergh

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    Cautley, SEDBERGH, Cumbria, LA10 5LY

    Telephone

    01539 620329

    SEDBERGH

    Striking in its symmetry with its central round headed doorway between by matching round headed windows, Cautley Wesleyan chapel is a good example of its type and date.

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  7. St. Andrew's Church, Dacre
    St. Andrew's Church, Dacre
    St. Andrew's Church, Dacre

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    Dacre, PENRITH, Cumbria, CA11 0HL

    admin@dacrechurch.com

    PENRITH

    A beautiful Norman church on site of 7th century monastery in peaceful Lakeland location and home of the Dacre Bears, four unique medieval stone statues.

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  8. Beers from Keswick Brewery in Keswick, Lake District
    Beers from Keswick Brewery in Keswick, Lake District
    Selection of Products at Keswick Brewery Shop in Keswick, Lake District
    Beers from Keswick Brewery in Keswick, Lake District
    Selection of Products at Keswick Brewery Shop in Keswick, Lake District
    Keswick Brewery Tours, Bar and Shop

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    Keswick Brewery Tours, Bar and Shop, The Old Brewery, Brewery Lane, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5BY

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    017687 80700

    info@keswickbrewery.co.uk

    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.

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  9. Black Cat Gin at Black Cat Distillery at Brougham Castle near Penrith, Cumbria
    Black Cat Gin at Black Cat Distillery at Brougham Castle near Penrith, Cumbria
    Black Cat Distillery at Brougham Castle near Penrith, Cumbria
    Black Cat Distillery at Brougham Castle near Penrith, Cumbria
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    Black Cat Distillery at Brougham Castle near Penrith, Cumbria
    Black Cat Distillery at Brougham Castle near Penrith, Cumbria
    Black Cat Gin at Black Cat Distillery at Brougham Castle near Penrith, Cumbria
    Black Cat Distillery at Brougham Castle near Penrith, Cumbria
    Black Cat Distillery at Brougham Castle near Penrith, Cumbria
    Shelves at Black Cat Distillery at Brougham Castle near Penrith, Cumbria
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    Black Cat Distillery at Brougham Castle near Penrith, Cumbria
    Black Cat Distillery at Brougham Castle near Penrith, Cumbria
    Black Cat Distillery

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    Black Cat Distillery, Brougham Hall, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2DE

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    07854 944597

    info@blackcatdistillery.co.uk

    Penrith

    Black Cat Distillery operates out of a stunning fortified and walled Medieval Hall at Brougham. Our gin is infused with the echoes of the past that permeate the very walls! We distill, fill and label our products on site.

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  10. St Michael and All Angels church, Arthuret
    St Michael and All Angels church, Arthuret
    St Michael and All Angels, Arthuret

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    Arthuret Road, Longtown, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 5SN

    Carlisle

    Said to be the resting place of the legendary King Arthur. The church of St Michael & All Angels is situated on a hill in the ancient parish of Arthuret and overlooks the market town of Longtown with fine views of the surrounding countryside.

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  11. Exterior of Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Exterior of Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors at Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors looking at items in the gallery at Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria © Tom McNally
    Visitors looking at an exhibit behind glass at Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria © Tom McNally
    Child stepping into the gardens at Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria © Tom McNally
    Visitor writing with a quill at Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria © Tom McNally
    Children playing in the gardens at Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria © Tom McNally
    Family playing at Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria © Tom McNally
    Food and drink at Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Children having ice cream at Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria © Tom McNally
    Exterior of Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors at Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors looking at items in the gallery at Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria © Tom McNally
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    Child stepping into the gardens at Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria © Tom McNally
    Visitor writing with a quill at Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria © Tom McNally
    Children playing in the gardens at Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria © Tom McNally
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    Children having ice cream at Wordsworth Grasmere in the Lake District, Cumbria © Tom McNally
    Wordsworth Grasmere

    Address

    Town End, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SH

    Telephone

    015394 35544

    enquiries@wordsworth.org.uk

    Grasmere

    Enjoy your perfect Lake District day out at Wordsworth Grasmere. Discover the home of William Wordsworth, one of England’s most famous poets. Step back 200 years and experience the sights, sounds and smells of family life at Dove Cottage.

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  12. Desert Warfare Re-enactment at Soldiers in Silloth, Cumbria
    Desert Warfare Re-enactment at Soldiers in Silloth, Cumbria
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    Miniatures at Soldiers in Silloth, Cumbria
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    Soldiers in Silloth

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    1 Marine Terrace, Criffel St, Silloth, Cumbria, CA7 4BZ

    Telephone

    016973 31246

    twbarker@tiscali.co.uk

    Silloth

    A museum/exhibition based on a collection of toy soldiers and related forts, guns etc. Battlefield models, Hadrian's Wall feature, historical information.

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  13. St John the Evangelist, Levens
    St John the Evangelist, Levens
    St John the Evangelist, Levens

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    Church Road, Levens, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8PS

    Kendal

    A local landmark, the church is set on the end of a limestone ridge at the gateway to the Lake District National Park with beautiful views across the Kent Estuary to Morecambe Bay.

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  14. The Rum Story Exhibition in Whitehaven, Cumbria
    The Rum Story Exhibition in Whitehaven, Cumbria
    The Rum Story

    Address

    The Rum Story & Jefferson's Shop, 27 Lowther St, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7DN

    Telephone

    01946 592933

    info@rumstory.co.uk

    Whitehaven

    Imagine leaving the heart of Whitehaven's historic port and being taken back in time to an exotic tropical island's rainforest in the Caribbean, that is just the start of your great adventure in The Rum Story.

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  15. Exterior and Grounds of Swarthmoor Hall in Ulverston, Cumbria
    Exterior and Grounds of Swarthmoor Hall in Ulverston, Cumbria
    Gardens at Swarthmoor Hall in Ulverston, Cumbria
    Exterior and Grounds of Swarthmoor Hall in Ulverston, Cumbria
    Gardens at Swarthmoor Hall in Ulverston, Cumbria
    Swarthmoor Hall

    Address

    Swarthmoor Hall, Swarthmoor Hall Ln, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 0JQ

    Telephone

    01229583204

    info@swarthmoorhall.co.uk

    Ulverston

    Swarthmoor Hall is a 17th century, Grade II* listed country house. The Hall is regarded as the cradle of Quakerism as it was here in 1652 that the Quaker movement was formed during a period of enormous political and religious turmoil.

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  16. Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Garden flowers at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Sign for the Peter Rabbit Café at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Garden flowers at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Characters and scenes from the Peter Rabbit exhibit at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Sign for the Peter Rabbit Café at The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction

    Address

    The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, Crag Brow, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BX

    Telephone

    015394 88444

    information@hop-skip-jump.com

    Bowness-on-Windermere

    A magical indoor attraction that brings to life all 23 Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit tales. Meet all your favourite characters and find out more about Beatrix Potter herself.

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  17. Ruins of Furness Abbey in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Ruins of Furness Abbey in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Arches and Exterior at Furness Abbey in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Exterior and Grounds of Furness Abbey in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Ruins of Furness Abbey in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Arches and Exterior at Furness Abbey in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Exterior and Grounds of Furness Abbey in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Furness Abbey

    Address

    Furness Abbey, Manor Rd, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA13 0PJ

    Telephone

    01229 823420

    customers@english-heritage.org.uk

    Barrow-in-Furness

    Now a ruin, Furness Abbey was once the second most powerful Cistercian monastery in Britain, after Fountains Abbey in Yorkshire.

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  18. View of the Front of Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    View of the Front of Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    Aerial Shot of the Ruins at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    Overlooking the Gardens at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    Upward View of the Tower at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    The Story of Lowther Exhibition at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    Flowers at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    The Rose Garden Summerhouse at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    The Rose Garden at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    Slide and Lost Castle Adventure Playground at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    Slide and Lost Castle Adventure Playground at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    View of the Front of Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    Aerial Shot of the Ruins at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    Overlooking the Gardens at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    Upward View of the Tower at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    The Story of Lowther Exhibition at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    Flowers at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    The Rose Garden Summerhouse at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    The Rose Garden at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    Slide and Lost Castle Adventure Playground at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    Slide and Lost Castle Adventure Playground at Lowther Castle & Gardens in Lowther, Lake District
    Lowther Castle & Gardens

    Address

    Lowther Castle & Gardens, Lowther, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2HH

    Telephone

    01931 712192

    info@lowthercastle.org

    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…

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  19. Cartmel Priory
    Cartmel Priory
    Cartmel Priory

    Address

    Devonshire Square, Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6QD

    Telephone

    01539 536261

    cartmelpriory@gmail.com

    Grange-over-Sands

    Cartmel Priory has been described as the medieval jewel among churches, making a lasting impression on the visitor, standing over the village and giving an idea of the way early priories must have dominated their surroundings.

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  20. Archway Entrance to Jennings Brewery in Cockermouth, Cumbria
    Archway Entrance to Jennings Brewery in Cockermouth, Cumbria
    Jennings beers on tap at Jennings Brewery in Cockermouth, Cumbria
    Patrons enjoying a pint at Jennings Brewery in Cockermouth, Cumbria
    Team member giving a brewery tour at Jennings Brewery in Cockermouth, Cumbria
    Beer being poured at Jennings Brewery in Cockermouth, Cumbria
    Street food vendors at Jennings Brewery in Cockermouth, Cumbria
    Archway Entrance to Jennings Brewery in Cockermouth, Cumbria
    Jennings beers on tap at Jennings Brewery in Cockermouth, Cumbria
    Patrons enjoying a pint at Jennings Brewery in Cockermouth, Cumbria
    Team member giving a brewery tour at Jennings Brewery in Cockermouth, Cumbria
    Beer being poured at Jennings Brewery in Cockermouth, Cumbria
    Street food vendors at Jennings Brewery in Cockermouth, Cumbria
    Jennings Brewery

    Address

    Jennings Brewery, Brewery Ln, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9NE

    Telephone

    01900 397444

    info@jenningsbrewery.co.uk

    Cockermouth

    The brewery is now open again, at the foot of Cockermouth Castle, surrounded by the River Derwent and the River Cocker.  This water source is integral to our brewing, as our water is drawn direct from the castle well. This pure, Lakeland water, is…

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