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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.
This ‘hidden gem’ is the earliest known surviving example of a small English parish church designed…
The church is situated centrally in Keswick and stands out by virtue of its tall spire. The site…
Second largest circle in England - 360' diameter. Long Meg is an outlying stone and is decorated…
St Peter’s was built in 1874 designed by well known Lancashire firm of Paley and Austin and won an…
This area is rich in prehistoric remains including a standing stone, stone circle and cairns. Moor…
Imposing and well-preserved turret with adjoining stretches of Hadrian's Wall.
A local landowner, Sarah Losh (1785-1853), designed St Mary's in 1840, partly in memory of her…
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther…
Cartmel Priory has been described as the medieval jewel among churches, making a lasting impression…
Double Circle of stones surrounding cremations in urns (removed). 'Platform' cairn, small barrows,…
The beer hall is the Brewery Tap, sampling room, visitors centre and beer shop. it is a fully…
Step back in time to the 1770s and experience William and Dorothy Wordsworth’s childhood home.…
Circle has a diameter of 60' and stands on a flattened mound or platform. There are 20 uprights,…
The tranquility of St Andrew's church, set on the banks of the river Esk, belies the turbulence of…
Newlands church, set in the midst of the lovely Newlands Valley, is a haven of peace and…
Caught in the Anglo Scottish wars of the 14th century, a good bit of luck followed the Dissolution…
Roman museum displaying the internationally significant collection of Romano-British altars,…
We are an independent brewery & distillery, proudly part of the Grasmere community. We make drinks…
Kendal Museum is one of the oldest museums in the UK, founded in 1796 by William Todhunter. The…
A visit to Dove Cottage today transports you back to this remarkable period of ‘plain living and…
Several stone circles and many small cairns are visible on the moor. The circles are distinguished…
Discover 900 years of history and explore the tumultuous life of Carlisle Castle and its…
Three circles and nine small cairns. The south circle is 104' across, the north-west is 72' with a…
A 'very remarkable building with windows glowing with gemstone colours', according to architectural…
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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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.
Barrow-in-Furness
Now a ruin, Furness Abbey was once the second most powerful Cistercian monastery in Britain, after Fountains Abbey in Yorkshire.
Brampton
Imposing and well-preserved turret with adjoining stretches of Hadrian's Wall.
SEDBERGH
Situated in the beautiful valley of Dentdale, Cumbria yet within the boundary of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this Grade II building was originally built as a meeting house by the Society of Friends in 1701.
Ulverston
Steam trains running a seasonal daily service from Haverthwaite to Lakeside via the Leven valley. Licensed tea room, gift shop, engine shed, picnic area & playground.
Embleton
The 15 stones, of which the tallest is just under one metre, form an almost perfect circle some 40 metres in diameter. Only 15 stones of the original 30 remain.
Cockermouth
Step back in time to the 1770s and experience William and Dorothy Wordsworth’s childhood home. Whether you meet the maid-of-all-work or a knowledgeable 21st-century guide, you’re guaranteed a warm welcome.
Conishead Priory, Ulverston
Peaceful and inspiring Buddhist Temple, amazing Romantic Gothic mansion, relaxing café, gift shop and book store. Bring a picnic. Six minute woodland walk to beach.
Penrith
Home to the Hasell family since 1679, visitors to Dalemain will discover a fascinating combination of history, architecture and family which is both a Cumbrian and national story. Dalemain is an award-winning delight and is part of the UNESCO World…
Penrith
Imagine coming to a ruined castle, walking through its gardens and into the woodlands and stumbling across one of the largest adventure playgrounds in the country. When you do this at Lowther, you have found the lost castle.
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.
Sedbergh
Farfield Mill is a Victorian woollen mill in the Yorkshire Dales. Home to artists’ studios, art exhibitions, heritage looms and tea room.
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247 reviewsPenrith
Historic house and gardens based on a medieval pele towers with substantial 17th, 18th and 19thC additions. Extensive gardens in woodland setting walled garden, topiary, woodland walk and lake with cascade.
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225 reviewsBRAMPTON
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.
Penrith
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.
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367 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
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…
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
According to architectural historian Nicholas Pevsner, this is ‘the stateliest church of its time in the county’, rebuilt in 1720 on an ancient site
Ravenglass
Welcome to Lakeland's oldest, longest and most scenic railway!
La'aL Ratty, the little Cumbrian railway, is an award-winning heritage visitor attraction and Lake District icon, living up to its “must do” reputation for all ages. Excellent…
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