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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.
Historic house and gardens based on a medieval pele towers with substantial 17th, 18th and 19thC…
Today, the principal feature is the Goggleby Stone, a 12 ton monolith, which was re-erected in 1975…
Situated in the beautiful valley of Dentdale, Cumbria yet within the boundary of the Yorkshire…
Come and walk up the aisle of our beautiful and peaceful church and learn about the lives of the…
A 'very remarkable building with windows glowing with gemstone colours', according to architectural…
Egremont Castle Park in the town of Egremont, offers 2.8 acres of beautiful green space that is…
Roman museum displaying the internationally significant collection of Romano-British altars,…
The church was designed by Edward Welby Pugin (son of Augustus Welby Pugin) and built between 1873…
Steam trains running a seasonal daily service from Haverthwaite to Lakeside via the Leven valley.…
Penrith and Eden Museum is an Accredited Museum, which aims to collect, preserve and display…
Standing at the centre of the town of Bowness-on-Windermere, this Grade I listed church boasts…
Swarthmoor Hall is a 17th century, Grade II* listed country house. The Hall is regarded as the…
Three circles and nine small cairns. The south circle is 104' across, the north-west is 72' with a…
The beautiful Grade I church we see today, situated by the River Bela, is the result of additions…
A beautiful Norman church on site of 7th century monastery in peaceful Lakeland location and home…
Come and visit our brewery to find out more about us and the beers we make. Only a 2 minute walk…
Nenthead Mines is a historic place at Nenthead, near Alston. This remote valley is covered by…
Located in Keswick, the home of the first pencil, visitors enter this museum through a replica…
This area is rich in prehistoric remains including a standing stone, stone circle and cairns. Moor…
Situated on the western coast in the rural village of Rowrah, our beer is brewed with quality and…
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…
Discover the captivating charm of Muncaster Castle, a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake…
A local landmark, the church is set on the end of a limestone ridge at the gateway to the Lake…
Situated on Whitehaven's attractive harbour side, The Beacon is home to interactive science, games…


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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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.
Nr Bassenthwaite Lake
The award-winning Lakes Distillery Company opened in December 2014 in The Lake District National Park with the vision of producing a world class single malt whisky and a global brand that is recognised and respected around the world
Brampton
Set in a tranquil rural landscape, overlooked by Hadrian's Wall, Lanercost Priory forms a magnificent and fascinating complex of historic buildings. St Mary’s sits in the former nave of the Priory, an Augustinian monastery founded in 1169.
Eskdale
Several stone circles and many small cairns are visible on the moor. The circles are distinguished by the occurance within them of small cairns. Construction date is thought to be around 2000BC.
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.
Ulverston
Double Circle of stones surrounding cremations in urns (removed). 'Platform' cairn, small barrows, Romano-British farmsteads.
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.
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.
BRAMPTON
A 'very remarkable building with windows glowing with gemstone colours', according to architectural historian Nikolaus Pevsner and the only church designed by preRaphaelite architect Philip Webb.
Bewcastle, Carlisle
Castle open to public at all times. Church open to public dawn to dusk. Bewcastle Cross Shaft Anglo Saxon 7thC, beside church. Dates from 1361, east wall 12thC.
Nr Kendal
The house boasts 800 years of family history, and is still lived in by the Strickland family today. Filled with thousands of items collected by 26 generations of the family the house certainly feels lived in, with centuries-old portraits and fine…
PENRITH
There has probably been a church in Great Salkeld since 880 AD, when the body of St Cuthbert was rested here after being brought from Holy Island. The Pele Tower was added in 1380, with an iron door for defence of the inhabitants against the Scots.
CARLISLE
12th century Norman church, built with stones from Hadrian’s Wall and where King Edward I (Longshanks) lay in state in the church for ten days in 1307.
Burgh by Sands is a very interesting church with layers of history.From the 12th century and on…
Hexham
Hadrian's Wall is a spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site, marching 73 miles from sea to sea across some of the wildest and most dramatic country in England.
AMBLESIDE
Visible from miles around that spire of St Mary’s nestles into the beautiful landscape of the Heart of the English Lake District.
Keswick
Raised in circa 3000BC, Castlerigg is perhaps the most atmospheric of all British stone circles with the mountain of Helvellyn as a dramatic backdrop.
Carnforth
Built in 1833 by William Carus Wilson, Founder of the Clergy Daughters School, as school chapel and parish church with a strong connection with local heritage and Bronte sisters.
KIRKBY STEPHEN
Entered from the Market Square through handsome cloisters built in 1810, the parish church stands on the site of a Saxon church and contains many ancient relics.
Keswick
Crosthwaite Church has a long history and it is thought that Christians have worshipped on this site for nearly 1500 years. The present church was built in 118, with many interesting elements dating from the 12th to the 16th century. This church is…
ST. BEES
The priory is one of the architectural jewels in Cumbria and well worth a visit. This beautiful and historic church in the seaside village of St Bees, built in 1120, is all that remains of the original Priory, but it is a thriving and much loved…
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