Guidebook for Cumbria

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Guidebook for Cumbria

Arts & Culture

Birdoswald’s history began when a wooded spur was cleared for the building of Hadrian’s Wall in AD 122. The fort, added to the Wall shortly afterwards, was garrisoned by an infantry cohort of over 800 men and remained in occupation throughout the Roman period. Its defences are the best preserved of any along the Wall. The fort was reoccupied in the Middle Ages and was the target of raids by border reivers in the 16th century.
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I-Birdoswald Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall
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Birdoswald’s history began when a wooded spur was cleared for the building of Hadrian’s Wall in AD 122. The fort, added to the Wall shortly afterwards, was garrisoned by an infantry cohort of over 800 men and remained in occupation throughout the Roman period. Its defences are the best preserved of any along the Wall. The fort was reoccupied in the Middle Ages and was the target of raids by border reivers in the 16th century.
Hexham Abbey, Chesters Roman Fort and Museum
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Hexham
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Hexham Abbey, Chesters Roman Fort and Museum
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I-Carlisle Castle
Castle Way
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Imposing castle ruins, its gardens, cafe and shop, home to the Earls of Lonsdale in medieval times.
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Lowther Castle & Gardens
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Imposing castle ruins, its gardens, cafe and shop, home to the Earls of Lonsdale in medieval times.
The gateway to Hadrian's Wall, good cafe as well, dog friendly. 12th Century ruined priory is well worth a visit.
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Lanercost Priory
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The gateway to Hadrian's Wall, good cafe as well, dog friendly. 12th Century ruined priory is well worth a visit.
Depicting Roman army life in a Fort on Hadrian's Wall through artefacts, reconstructions & 3D film.
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Iziko le-Army ye-Roman
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Depicting Roman army life in a Fort on Hadrian's Wall through artefacts, reconstructions & 3D film.
Vindolanda was a Roman auxiliary fort just south of Hadrian's Wall in northern England. Archaeological excavations of the site show it was under Roman occupation from roughly 85 AD to 370 AD. www.vindolanda.com
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Vindolanda
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Vindolanda was a Roman auxiliary fort just south of Hadrian's Wall in northern England. Archaeological excavations of the site show it was under Roman occupation from roughly 85 AD to 370 AD. www.vindolanda.com

Food Scene

Excellent butchers, good for local cheeses.
Cranstons Ltd Brampton Foodhall
1 Front St
Excellent butchers, good for local cheeses.
Farmers Market last Saturday of the month. Try the fabulous Thornby Moor cheeses, or Susans Farm lamb and beef.
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Brampton
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Farmers Market last Saturday of the month. Try the fabulous Thornby Moor cheeses, or Susans Farm lamb and beef.
A must for foodies, the tasting menu is fabulous. Great bar as well.
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Pentonbridge Inn
B6318
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A must for foodies, the tasting menu is fabulous. Great bar as well.
Great food in a lovely, welcoming pub. At the centre of Hadrian's wall walking, so a good refresher stop.
The Samson Inn
Great food in a lovely, welcoming pub. At the centre of Hadrian's wall walking, so a good refresher stop.
Farmers Market, second Saturday of the month. In the village hall.
Houghton
Farmers Market, second Saturday of the month. In the village hall.
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The Harbour Inn
18 South Cres
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The Steamboat Inn
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Third Tuesday of every month
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Penrith
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Third Tuesday of every month

Getting Around

Carlisle Lake District Airport
Aviation Way
Railway
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Carlisle station
Court Square
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Railway

Sightseeing

Ardwell Bay Beach, Southerness Beach, Portpatrick Beach
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Solway Firth
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Ardwell Bay Beach, Southerness Beach, Portpatrick Beach
Fascinating sites of Roman history and habitation from Lanercost to Chollerford and beyond. Details are in the tourist information in the Barn.
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Umkhumbi kaHadrian
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Fascinating sites of Roman history and habitation from Lanercost to Chollerford and beyond. Details are in the tourist information in the Barn.

Parks & Nature

RSPB Nature reserve
Hiking, fishing, sightseeing, battlefield
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I-Galloway Forest Park
Galloway Forest
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Hiking, fishing, sightseeing, battlefield
Wildlife, views
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Solway Coast AONB
47 Sycamore Rd
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Wildlife, views
Lots of managed woodland and wildlife sites to walk around. The brochure is in the Barn. https://www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk/
Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Houghton Road
Lots of managed woodland and wildlife sites to walk around. The brochure is in the Barn. https://www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk/
Hiking, walking
North Pennines
1 Martin St
Hiking, walking
Hiking, walking, cycling, fishing
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Kielder Water & Forest Park
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Hiking, walking, cycling, fishing
Hidden away in the north-west corner of the North Pennines, Geltsdale is a remote and ruggedly beautiful nature reserve that encompasses two hill farms - Geltsdale and Tarnhouse. Here, you'll find upland birds such as black grouse, breeding waders including curlews, and birds of prey like the hen harrier.
RSPB Geltsdale
Hidden away in the north-west corner of the North Pennines, Geltsdale is a remote and ruggedly beautiful nature reserve that encompasses two hill farms - Geltsdale and Tarnhouse. Here, you'll find upland birds such as black grouse, breeding waders including curlews, and birds of prey like the hen harrier.

Entertainment & Activities

Kayaks and equipment https://www.borderkayaks.co.uk/
Border Kayaks
Kayaks and equipment https://www.borderkayaks.co.uk/
Bicycle hire and accessories www.bikeseven.co.uk
Bikeseven Cycle Service
Bicycle hire and accessories www.bikeseven.co.uk
Fishing, kayaking
River Esk
Fishing, kayaking
You can join the fabulous B6318 Roman Road (the longest B road in the UK) about a mile away from Tanglewood stretching from Langholm to Heddon-on-the-Wall. From the junction you can cycle to Gilsland for an excellent lunch at the Samson Inn (18 miles). You can then continue on arrow straight roads for another 19 miles to Chollerford with plenty of Roman interest stopovers en route. Cycle uplift can be arranged at your destination subject to availability and a small charge.
B6318
B6318
You can join the fabulous B6318 Roman Road (the longest B road in the UK) about a mile away from Tanglewood stretching from Langholm to Heddon-on-the-Wall. From the junction you can cycle to Gilsland for an excellent lunch at the Samson Inn (18 miles). You can then continue on arrow straight roads for another 19 miles to Chollerford with plenty of Roman interest stopovers en route. Cycle uplift can be arranged at your destination subject to availability and a small charge.
Great for kids! Crosby on Eden, CA6 4QL
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Walby Farm Park
Walby
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Great for kids! Crosby on Eden, CA6 4QL