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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.
Entered from the Market Square through handsome cloisters built in 1810, the parish church stands…
A tranquil haven with an almost-forgotten industrial past. Walled garden with outstanding medicinal…
Whether you see yourself as an aviation enthusiast or simply a curious explorer, Solway Aviation…
The smallest church near the deepest lake and the highest mountain in England.
Set in the heart of Sedbergh in a beautifully maintained churchyard the church, which dates from…
Swarthmoor Hall is a 17th century, Grade II* listed country house. It is known as the cradle of…
This church is well known because of its associations with the great Romantic poet William…
St Mary's has been an important religious site since the 8th century.
Carlisle Brewing Co is a small, family-run brewery based in Cumbria's capital city. We make beer…
A fascinating historic house where the elegance and loveliness of the Victorian era combine with…
Situated in the quaint Lake District Village of Hawkshead, the boys Grammar School gives insight…
Now a ruin, Furness Abbey was once the second most powerful Cistercian monastery in Britain, after…
Parkland and Gothic Revival castle sitting on the west shore of Windermere providing an impressive…
Home to the Hasell family since 1679, visitors to Dalemain will discover a fascinating combination…
Come and join us at The Old Calf Shed for a behind-the-scenes look at our distillery, followed by a…
Visit Carlisle Cathedral, centrally located in the heart of the city. Whether for worship, events,…
The present circle of 10 standing stones, 80' diameter, was restored in 1949. The stone circle is…
Several stone circles and many small cairns are visible on the moor. The circles are distinguished…
The tranquility of St Andrew's church, set on the banks of the river Esk, belies the turbulence of…
The beer hall is the Brewery Tap, sampling room, visitors centre and beer shop. it is a fully…
Dating back to the 17th century, this unique building stands over Stock Beck in the middle of…
Situated in the beautiful valley of Dentdale, Cumbria yet within the boundary of the Yorkshire…
According to architectural historian Nicholas Pevsner, this is ‘the stateliest church of its time…
Imposing and well-preserved turret with adjoining stretches of Hadrian's Wall.
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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Windermere
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats, people and the rich history of Windermere, England’s largest natural lake.
Grasmere
We are an independent brewery & distillery, proudly part of the Grasmere community. We make drinks we like to drink ourselves: refreshing beers & delicious gin. Try everything we make in The Good Sport, our Grasmere tap-room.
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518 reviewsCARLISLE
This ‘hidden gem’ is the earliest known surviving example of a small English parish church designed by ‘God’s Architect’ Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin. The church retains all of its original elaborate architectural features, fittings and furniture,…
Ulverston
The Laurel and Hardy Museum celebrates the life and career of Stan Laurel, born in Ulverston.
WHITEHAVEN
A fine example of a Georgian church, which has been sympathetically modernised.
Ulverston
Double Circle of stones surrounding cremations in urns (removed). 'Platform' cairn, small barrows, Romano-British farmsteads.
Kendal
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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706 reviewsPenrith
This area is rich in prehistoric remains including a standing stone, stone circle and cairns. Moor Divock is 300 metres above sea level, forming part of Askham Fell, to the East of Ullswater.
Coniston
Meet Coniston's heroes, John Ruskin, artist, radical and seer and Donald Campbell, speed ace. View the fully restored Bluebird craft in the Bluebird wing of the museum. Discover the mineral wealth of the fells, all at 'the most thought provoking…
SEDBERGH
Brigflatts, near Sedbergh, Cumbria, is one of the most famous Quaker meeting houses, known and loved by Friends all over the world.
Penrith
One mile east of Orton is the ancient Gamelands stone circle. One of the largest in Cumbria, all of its stones have fallen over so none are higher than one yard but they are 100 yards in circumference.
CARLISLE
A local landowner, Sarah Losh (1785-1853), designed St Mary's in 1840, partly in memory of her sister and parents. Influenced by the architecture seen on her Grand Tour of Europe, she created an original design that was very much at odds with the…
Penrith
Brougham Hall is a creative haven where you can enjoy the perfect blend of crafts, coffee and restoration.
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134 reviewsNr 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
GRANGE-OVER-SANDS
St. Peter's is an outstanding example of the decorated style of architecture, with its warm red sandstone and distinctive shingled spire and clay tiled roof, an unusual feature in the Lake District.
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.
CARLISLE
The 8th century, Anglo Saxon Bewcastle Cross, stands free in the churchyard where it has been for nearly 1500 years. The church is somewhat simpler and certainly younger, with some parts of it dating from 1277, although mostly it is from the…
Newby Bridge
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience.
Over 100 years of motoring history, the Campbell Bluebird exhibition, IOM TT tribute display and the Leven Valley heritage centre. Gift shop and Cafe Ambio.
Eskdale
Hardknott Roman Fort is one of the most dramatically sited and remote Roman forts in Britain. It measures just three-acres and the fort at Hardknott enjoyed command of the Eskdale Valley and the Roman road to Ravenglass.
APPLEBY-IN-WESTMORLAND
St Lawrence's church is a grade I listed building, of late 12th century foundation, rebuilt late 13th after a raid by the Scots, restored 16th by Lady Anne Clifford, followed by two rounds of 19th century internal remodelling.
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