Search and Shortlist
Add to shortlist button.
Details
Picturesque Brougham Castle was begun in the early 13thC by Robert de Vieuxpont, near the site of a Roman fort guarding the crossing of the River Eamont. His great keep largely survives, reinforced by an impressive double gatehouse and other 14thC additions made by the powerful Clifford family, Wardens of the Marches. The castle thus became a formidable barrier to Scots invaders.
Though both James l and Charles l stayed here, Brougham was in poor condition by the time of the Civil War. It was thereafter restored as a residence by the indomitable Lady Anne Clifford, see also Brough Castle and the Countess Pillar. she often visited with her travelling court, and died here in 1676.
Today, the site features an introductory exhibition, including carved stones from the nearby Roman fort. The site has good wheelchair access to entry point, toilet, shop and small introductory exhibition. There is a wheelchair route to the castle ruins, which enables visitors to make a circuit of the site and read the interpretation panels. The keep is not accessible to wheelchairs.
Opening details
Prices
Adult £4.60, concessions £4.10, children £2.80, family tickets (2 adults and 3 children) £12.00. Group rates available. Free to English Heritage members
Facilities
Coach parties accepted
Disabled toilets
English Heritage Property
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
Gift shop
On-site light refreshments
Picnic site
Public toilets
Accepts groups
Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs accepted
Address
Penrith,
Cumbria,
CA10 2AA
Directions
Map reference: NY 538290 Lat: 54.65395 Long: -2.71757
From A66, 1.5 miles south east of Penrith.
Parking: free