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Cumbria Heritage Attractions
Heritage sites such as castles, Roman remains, stately homes & gardens, cathedrals, country houses, historic monuments, etc in Cumbria ...
Since the stone age, man has been creating majestic structures that we still marvel at today. Whether you are interested in ancient monuments, battlefield sites, re-enactments, Roman and Norman forts and castles, stately homes, country houses, historic cathedrals, ruined abbeys etc, this is the page that should give you the information you need.
Here we try to list properties in private ownership but open to the public (even if only occasionally) as well as those in the care of the organisations like National Trust or English/Scottish Heritage. Please help us make this guide comprehensive by sending us details of missing attractions.
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Cumbria Ancient Monuments, Castles, Roman Forts, Battlefield Sites, etc |
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Sizergh Castle
Sizergh, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8AE
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Castlerigg: Long Meg and
Her Daughters
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The Stone Circles of Cumbria
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Dalton Castle
Market Place, Dalton-in-Furness, LA15 8AX 14th-century tower.
Located in the main street of the town, the tower
contains a local history exhibition organised by
the Friends of Dalton Castle and a display about
the painter George Romney, a native of Dalton.
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Brougham Castle
Brougham, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2AA You can wander through the impressive ruins of the 13th century fortress, admiring its lovely location of the banks of the River Eamont. The keep is the oldest part of the castle still standing; the bottom three stories are from about 1175. You may explore the keep, walking around the rooms which include the castle's hall on the first floor. On the second floor is the lord's chamber, in which Lady Anne slept when she stayed here, and in which she died. On the third floor is a passage all the way round within the walls, and from various points you can get impressive views of the other castle buildings and the surrounding area. The castle is in the care of English Heritage. There is a small shop, and an exhibition of important Roman tombstones from the nearby fort. A guide book is available which explains the history of Brougham and Brough Castles, and includes plans and photographs of both.
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Carlisle Castle
The Castle, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8UR Carlisle Castle is a great medieval fortress that has watched over the City of Carlisle for over nine centuries. Visitors can explore fascinating and ancient chambers, stairways and dungeons and find the legendary 'licking stones'. Here, parched Jacobite prisoners found enough moisture to stay alive, only to be brutally executed on Gallows Hill. Uncover a fascinating history through lively exhibitions, offering an insight into William Rufus, Mary Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie. You may take a guided tour of the Castle. There is a gift shop with a range of souvenirs with a medieval theme.
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Lanercost Priory Ruins
Lanercost Priory, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 2HQ The remainder of the Priory, second only to Furness Abbey in interest as a ruin, is now in the hands of English Heritage. There are the remains of the North and South Transepts, the Choir, the Sanctuary and the Cellarium. The Prior's House, originally a Pele Tower, was converted after the Dissolution into a private dwelling for the Dacres. Within the ruins are several interesting tombs, including that of Sir Thomas Dacre. An audio guided tour of the ruins is available from the English Heritage shop. There is a book and gift shop in the English Heritage ticket office, and also in the Parish Church. There are occasionally craft fairs held in the Dacre Hall. [Back to top]
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Cumbria Stately Homes, Country Houses & Gardens |
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Acorn Bank Garden & Watermill
Temple Sowerby, nr Penrith, CA10 1SP
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Derwent Island House
Derwentwater
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Stagshaw Garden
Ambleside, LA22 0HE
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Townend
Troutbeck, Windermere, LA23 1LB
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Brantwood Coniston
Brantwood, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AD The house is filled with Ruskin's drawings and watercolours, together with much of his original furniture, books and personal items. Brantwood has 250 acres of wonderful woodland gardens, lakeshore meadows and moorland hilltop. It contains all that is best in Lakeland environments with everything from rocky crags to cascading streams and wall-enclosed pastures. Video presentation, special displays and an excellent bookshop provide a fascinating insight into the work of this great man and his life in a Victorian country house.
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Mirehouse Historic House & Gardens
Underskiddaw, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QE A remarkable historic house and gardens facing Bassenthwaite Lake, with Dodd Wood and Skiddaw at the rear. The gardens contain four wooded adventure playgrounds, varied sheltered gardens to amble around, and lakeside walks through woods and parks. Being a private house, opening times to the House are restricted to Sunday and Wednesday afternoon 2pm - 4.30pm only, the grounds and tea-room being open daily. The House has been in the Spedding family for over 300 years, and contains a wide range of literary and artistic connections, including portraits and manuscripts of three poet laureates - Southey, Wordsworth and Tennyson - all friends of the Speddings in the last century. Relax and enjoy live classical music in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
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The Bridge House
Rydal Rd, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9AN Bridge House is possibly the most photographed building in the Lake District, and a popular subject for many artists including Turner. A tiny building, originally an apple store for nearby Ambleside Hall, was built over Stock Beck to escape land tax. Once five mills were driven by the power of Stock Beck and some may still be seen nearby. It is said that at some time a family with six children lived here in the two rooms.
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Hayes Garden World
Lake Road, Ambleside, Cumbria LA22 0DW A World of Plants, indoor and outdoor plants sourced from all over Europe. [Back to top]
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Cumbria Cathedrals, Historic Churches, Abbeys |
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Furness Abbey
Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria, LA13 0PJ Furness Abbey was one of the richest Cistercian monasteries in England, exceeded only by Fountains Abbey in Yorkshire. The soaring ruins of red sandstone soak up the grandeur of this 700 year old site. Located in a peaceful valley, the majestic remains of Furness Abbey once housed the flourishing community of a wealthy order. With the aid of an audio tour, or the comprehensive guidebook you can walk around the many buildings with made up the Abbey, including the Precinct and Outer Court, the Church with its North and South Transept and Tower, the Cloister Court, Chapter House, the dormitory, infirmary and kitchen.
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Lanercost Priory Ruins
Lanercost Priory, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 2HQ The remainder of the Priory, second only to Furness Abbey in interest as a ruin, is now in the hands of English Heritage. There are the remains of the North and South Transepts, the Choir, the Sanctuary and the Cellarium. The Prior's House, originally a Pele Tower, was converted after the Dissolution into a private dwelling for the Dacres. Within the ruins are several interesting tombs, including that of Sir Thomas Dacre. An audio guided tour of the ruins is available from the English Heritage shop. There is a book and gift shop in the English Heritage ticket office, and also in the Parish Church. There are occasionally craft fairs held in the Dacre Hall.
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The Mysterious Bears of Dacre
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