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The church buildings in the Lake District, often on ancient sites, are part of this landscape. The have borne constant witness to the generations who have lived, worked and visited here, telling their stories in a unique way.
An iconic landmark seen for miles around St Mary’s, Ambleside, designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott it houses a memorial chapel to William Wordsworth, a statue of ‘Virgin and Child’ by internationally renowned artist Josephine de Vasconcellos and a unique wall painting of the ancient Rushbearing Ceremony. With Bibles in 28 languages, St Bega’s, Bassenthwaite welcomes walkers and visitors from across the world to appreciate its beautiful setting on Bassenthwaite lake. Named after St Oswald, a 7th century Christian king of Northumberland, the medieval church at Grasmere, is where Wordsworth worshipped and now rests. Little has changed in 800 years in the late medieval, vernacular church of St Michael’s & All Angels, Hawkshead. With superb views of the Lakeland hills from the outside and the internal imagery in the stained-glass windows by the pre-Raphaelite artist Henry Holliday St John’s, Keswick is full of beauty. In 1826 William Wordsworth wrote of Newlands Church, Newlands Valley, ‘How delicate the leafy veil, through which yon house of God, gleams through the midst of this deep dale’ this description remains entirely accurate today.
Below, we have highlighted just a few of the churches in the Lake District area for you to explore. As well as this area, you can also find out more about churches in the following areas of the county:
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Within easy reach of Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and Morecambe Bay. The Lancaster Canal within…
A short stroll from the main Aira Force car park is the Aira Force tea-room, a place to relax and…
For a special Lake District experience, enjoy a trip on a fully restored wooden heritage boat from…
A real Lakeland hidden treasure set in the beautiful village of Troutbeck, this 17thC solid stone…
From breakfast to lunch, coffee to cocktails, Bartons Yard Café Bar is the perfect place to meet,…
We'll be hosting the wonderful Chuck Fish on the 17th of May. Hailing from Washington State, Chuck…
We have two lovely cottages win the village of Elterwater in the Langdale Valley, which we have…
A Premium Hotel & Wedding Venue based in Barrow in Furness in Cumbria. Set in 14 acres of private…
Multi payment option car park both pre and post parking. Payment can be made online. 60 spaces.
Located in the car park of Booths supermarket. Recycle tins and cans, glass, shoes, textiles,…
The name William Wordsworth is synonymous with the Lake District. The breathtaking landscape of…
Skiddaw's simple symmetry appeals to the child in us all. Its form needs no explanation; it is a…
Laik manages super-stylish holiday homes in some of the favourite spots in the Lake District…
Public toilets adjacent to the car park.
Enjoy two Sirloin Steaks with Fat Chips, Grilled Beef Tomato, Portobella Mushrooms & Watercress.…
Quad Biking 16yrs+ and 4x4 off Road driving. Available as one hour sessions or with full and part…
The Netherwood is a beautiful Grade II listed Victorian Mansion standing in 15 acres of woodland…
The summer Whitehaven Flower Club Gala returns with even more beautiful arrangements and top advice…
Our wide variety of vehicles are sure to provide you with the perfect wedding car alternative. From…
Teams working remotely, across many sites or just in busy environments, are brought together,…
Making frequent stops and taking in all the attractions of an area is all part of the fun of being…
Public toilets adjacent to car park.
Established in 1887, F W Tyson have specialised in country and mountain footwear for the…
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