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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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Carlisle
Visit Carlisle Cathedral, centrally located in the heart of the city. Whether for worship, events, family activities, refreshments or simply a moment of peace - a warm welcome awaits.
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1650 reviewsWindermere
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.
SEDBERGH
Cautley chapel was built in the early 1860s by the Upton family, when the London and North Western Railway was building its Ingleton branch and sent a Scripture Reader to the navvies.
Stramongate, Kendal
A masterpiece of storytelling; 350 years of social history and a celebration of life, revolutions and remarkable people....made by 4,000 people. Facilities: Gift Shop, Cafe, Audio guides, Films, Interactive Displays, Children's Activities.
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191 reviewsWhitehaven
Imagine leaving the heart of Whitehaven's historic port and being taken back in time to an exotic tropical island's rainforest in the Caribbean, that is just the start of your great adventure in The Rum Story.
Penrith
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
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 reviewsMillom
Remnants of five stone circles and two possible stone avenues, circles range from 14' to 60', one of them having contained a cremation.
Staveley
The beer hall is the Brewery Tap, sampling room, visitors centre and beer shop. it is a fully licensed bar which looks down onto the brew house.
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.
GRANGE-OVER-SANDS
Founded in 1504 and Grade I listed this peaceful church is tucked away on the Fell, surrounded by a graveyard rich with wildflowers, the interior contains unusual box pews, a triple decker pulpit and stained glass both ancient and modern.
KESWICK
The church is situated centrally in Keswick and stands out by virtue of its tall spire. The site for this church commands superb views of the surrounding Lakeland hills.
Keswick
The church, dedicated to the Celtic Saint Bega, is situated in a picture perfect setting in fields on the east shore of Bassenthwaite Lake.
Grasmere
Make yourself comfortable in the former home of National Trust Founder, Canon Rawnsley. Only partially restored and decorated, this isn’t a typical National Trust experience.
PENRITH
A beautiful Norman church on site of 7th century monastery in peaceful Lakeland location and home of the Dacre Bears, four unique medieval stone statues.
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…
Penrith
Brougham Hall is a creative haven where you can enjoy the perfect blend of crafts, coffee and restoration.
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134 reviewsULVERSTON
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’.
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…
Ambleside
Beatrix Potter's iconic house, full of her personal possessions, with traditional cottage garden. Her paintings of the House and garden were used to illustrate many of her tales.
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