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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.
Set in the heart of Sedbergh in a beautifully maintained churchyard the church, which dates from…
A real Lakeland hidden treasure set in the beautiful village of Troutbeck, this 17thC solid stone…
Hadrian's Wall is a spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site, marching 73 miles from sea to sea…
Brigflatts, near Sedbergh, Cumbria, is one of the most famous Quaker meeting houses, known and…
Experience the edge of empire at the award winning Roman Army Museum. There is nowhere else like it…
St Peter’s, the oldest site of worship in the old county of Westmorland and the building we see…
Visit Carlisle Cathedral, centrally located in the heart of the city. Whether for worship, events,…
Birdoswald Roman Fort is the perfect place to see the longest continuous remaining stretch of this…
Whether you see yourself as an aviation enthusiast or simply a curious explorer, Solway Aviation…
St Peter’s was built in 1874 designed by well known Lancashire firm of Paley and Austin and won an…
12th century Norman church, built with stones from Hadrian’s Wall and where King Edward I…
Come and visit our brewery to find out more about us and the beers we make. Only a 2 minute walk…
Cartmel Priory has been described as the medieval jewel among churches, making a lasting impression…
Make yourself comfortable in the former home of National Trust Founder, Canon Rawnsley. Only…
Carlisle Brewing Co is a small, family-run brewery based in Cumbria's capital city. We make beer…
A fine example of a Georgian church, which has been sympathetically modernised.
Newlands church, set in the midst of the lovely Newlands Valley, is a haven of peace and…
Situated on Whitehaven's attractive harbour side, The Beacon is home to interactive science, games…
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats,…
Brougham Hall is a creative haven where you can enjoy the perfect blend of crafts, coffee and…
The award-winning Lakes Distillery Company opened in December 2014 in The Lake District National…
Come and join us at The Old Calf Shed for a behind-the-scenes look at our distillery, followed by a…
Kendal Castle is situated on a mound-like hill, known as a drumlin, to the east of the town of…
The priory is one of the architectural jewels in Cumbria and well worth a visit. This beautiful and…
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
Set in the heart of Sedbergh in a beautifully maintained churchyard the church, which dates from 1130, is a haven of peace.
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.
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
Brigflatts, near Sedbergh, Cumbria, is one of the most famous Quaker meeting houses, known and loved by Friends all over the world.
Brampton
Experience the edge of empire at the award winning Roman Army Museum. There is nowhere else like it on Hadrian's Wall.
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1066 reviewsMILNTHORPE
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.
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 reviewsBrampton
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.
Crosby-on-Eden
Whether you see yourself as an aviation enthusiast or simply a curious explorer, Solway Aviation Museum has something to offer. Based on the site of RAF Crosby-on-Eden, a former WWII fighter base, the museum has been painstakingly created by a team…
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498 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’.
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…
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.
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.
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.
WHITEHAVEN
A fine example of a Georgian church, which has been sympathetically modernised.
KESWICK
Newlands church, set in the midst of the lovely Newlands Valley, is a haven of peace and tranquillity, it can be traced back to the mid 16th century, although it was substantially refurbished in the 1840s.
Whitehaven
Situated on Whitehaven's attractive harbour side, The Beacon is home to interactive science, games and history.
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322 reviewsWindermere
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.
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
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