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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.
Steam trains running a seasonal daily service from Haverthwaite to Lakeside via the Leven valley.…
According to architectural historian Nicholas Pevsner, this is ‘the stateliest church of its time…
Standing proudly in the city it has dominated for nine centuries, Carlisle Castle remained a…
A stunning Elizabethan mansion with spectacular interiors and impressive collections of antiques. …
Situated on the western coast in the rural village of Rowrah, our beer is brewed with quality and…
Hadrian's Wall is a spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site, marching 73 miles from sea to sea…
Entered from the Market Square through handsome cloisters built in 1810, the parish church stands…
Stone circle is now incomplete and has a modern wall cutting through it, incorporating one stone.…
Newlands church, set in the midst of the lovely Newlands Valley, is a haven of peace and…
The stream which flows over Aira Force is Aira Beck, which rises on the upper slopes of Stybarrow…
The mainly 15thC remains of a castle begun by Bishop Strickland of Carlisle and developed by the…
Grade I listed, it is one of the finest examples of a late medieval, vernacular Lake District…
Dominating the Lake District Coast where the mountains tumble into the sea and bursting with…
Visit Carlisle Cathedral, centrally located in the heart of the city. Whether for worship, events,…
St Peter’s, the oldest site of worship in the old county of Westmorland and the building we see…
Kendal Castle is situated on a mound-like hill, known as a drumlin, to the east of the town of…
Experience the edge of empire at the award winning Roman Army Museum. There is nowhere else like it…
The church, dedicated to the Celtic Saint Bega, is situated in a picture perfect setting in fields…
Imposing and well-preserved turret with adjoining stretches of Hadrian's Wall.
Caught in the Anglo Scottish wars of the 14th century, a good bit of luck followed the Dissolution…
Today, the principal feature is the Goggleby Stone, a 12 ton monolith, which was re-erected in 1975…
Parkland and Gothic Revival castle sitting on the west shore of Windermere providing an impressive…
St. Peter's is an outstanding example of the decorated style of architecture, with its warm red…
Striking in its symmetry with its central round headed doorway between by matching round headed…
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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The Promenade, Maryport
Roman museum displaying the internationally significant collection of Romano-British altars, inscriptions and sculptures from the adjacent Roman fort and civilian settlement.
Grange-over-Sands
Cartmel Priory has been described as the medieval jewel among churches, making a lasting impression on the visitor, standing over the village and giving an idea of the way early priories must have dominated their surroundings.
ULVERSTON
St Peter’s was built in 1874 designed by well known Lancashire firm of Paley and Austin and won an award for its design as a ‘mountain chapel’.
SEASCALE
The smallest church near the deepest lake and the highest mountain in England.
Brampton
Imposing and well-preserved turret with adjoining stretches of Hadrian's Wall.
MILNTHORPE
St Peter’s, the oldest site of worship in the old county of Westmorland and the building we see today reflects its long and fascinating history.
WIGTON
Caught in the Anglo Scottish wars of the 14th century, a good bit of luck followed the Dissolution of the Monasteries for this church, when the local people successfully petitioned Thomas Cromwell to allow them to continue to use the church.
Windermere
A real Lakeland hidden treasure set in the beautiful village of Troutbeck, this 17thC solid stone and slate house sits imposingly on the hillside, its huge chimneys typical of the area.
Cockermouth
A unique and special cafe experience on board the replica Orient Express train and restored station buildings, with a level-access path along the former platform and through woodland teeming with wildlife. Serving interesting and fresh cafe food,…
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…
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.
Brampton
Birdoswald Roman Fort is the perfect place to see the longest continuous remaining stretch of this World Heritage Site, Hadrian's Wall. Explore the remains of the Roman fort and discover displays, artefacts and rest in the Tearoom.
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.
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.
Brewery Lane, Keswick
Come and visit our brewery to find out more about us and the beers we make. Only a 2 minute walk from Keswick town centre, enjoy a beer where it’s brewed. Explore on a tour, visit our Brewery Shop, and relax in our Flying Fox Bar.
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…
Whitehaven
Situated on Whitehaven's attractive harbour side, The Beacon is home to interactive science, games and history.
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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.
Ulverston
The Laurel and Hardy Museum celebrates the life and career of Stan Laurel, born in Ulverston.
Grange-over-Sands
A fascinating historic house where the elegance and loveliness of the Victorian era combine with the warmth and welcome of a much loved family home. The hall is set in 25 acres of romantic formal & woodland gardens and ancient parkland, with the…
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