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Castlegate, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7HXTelephone
0191 2691200Penrith
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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Cumbria
Hay meadows, wet grassland, scrub, hedges, ponds and the beck provide homes for a wealth of wildlife. Although small in size, the reserve has a remarkable number of birds.
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Penrith
A 14thC fortified home in course of reconstruction to provide craft centre.
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Cumbria
Early 13thC castle, formidable barrier for Scots invaders, restored by the indomitable Lady Anne Clifford.
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Lowther Castle, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2HHTelephone
01931 712192Penrith
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award winning Lowther Castle is a place to be inspired; by the setting, the story of the colourful characters who lived here, the transformation of the Gardens and one of…
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Cliburn, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2DWPenrith
Circle is 37' across, seven stones and the retaining kerb of a destroyed cairn. Nineteenth-century excavations produced a cremation.
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Penrith
There’s nowhere quite like Rheged, where the arts meet good food, family and fun under a green grass roof. It’s where we share every aspect of what we love about our place.
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Little Salkeld, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10Penrith
Second largest circle in England - 360' diameter. Long Meg is an outlying stone and is decorated with concentric circle - late Neolithic or early Bronze Age (c2000 or earlier).
Penrith
Askham Hall has 12-acres of beautiful gardens (with an edible theme), an animal viewing area and a stylish rustic café.
Penrith
A much loved historic family home, set against the grandeur and picturesque splendour of the lakeland fells and the surrounding parkland. Daleman has a delightful five acre plantsman's garden.
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Penrith
Red Barn is the place to shop for a fantastic selection of hand picked, unusual and unique gifts. But Shhhhhhh don’t tell everyone! Upstairs, find ceramics, paintings, prints, glassware sculptures and the largest selection of bespoke hand-crafted…
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Brigsteer Road, Kendal, CumbriaKendal
From the Brigsteer Road west of Kendal. Hire a bike or hike from Kendal - parking is limited.
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Carlisle, CumbriaCarlisle
Treat yourself to a fabulous day out by train on the famous Settle to Carlisle line this summer.
The Settle to Carlisle railway is one of the most famous scenic lines in the UK. The route which is part of the national rail network will play host to…
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Windermere Jetty, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BNWindermere
Discover 200 years of Windermere’s boating history and the stories of the people involved - from wealthy owners to boat builders, inspired writers to ordinary Lakeland folk - at the Lake District’s new all-weather museum.
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Carlisle Castle, Castle Way, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8URTelephone
01228 625600Carlisle
Discover 900 years of history and explore the tumultuous life of Carlisle Castle and its characters, in a new exhibition.
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Levens Hall, Gardens & Kitchen, Levens, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 0PDTelephone
015395 60321Kendal
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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Castlerigg, Keswick, Cumbria, CA10 2AATelephone
0191 2691200Keswick
Raised in circa 3000BC, Castlerigg is perhaps the most atmospheric of all British stone circles with the mountain of Helvellyn as a dramatic backdrop.
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The Pier House, Glenridding, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0USTelephone
017684 82229Penrith
The ‘Steamers’ create the perfect opportunity to combine a cruise on a beautiful lake with some of the most famous and spectacular walks in the Lake District. Operating an all year service with varying timetable connections. Cruise times vary from…
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Temple Sowerby, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 1SPTelephone
017683 61893Penrith
A tranquil haven with an almost-forgotten industrial past. Walled garden with outstanding medicinal and culinary herb collection and orchards, woodland walks to a restored watermill.
Whitehaven
Situated on Whitehaven's attractive harbour side, The Beacon is home to interactive science, games and history.
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