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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Birdoswald Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall
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
Hexham Abbey, Chesters Roman Fort and Museum
Castillo de Carlisle
Castle WayImposing castle ruins, its gardens, cafe and shop, home to the Earls of Lonsdale in medieval times.
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Lowther Castle & Gardens
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
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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Museo del Ejército Romano
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
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
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
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
B6318A 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.
Houghton
Farmers Market, second Saturday of the month. In the village hall.
The Harbour Inn
18 South CresThe Steamboat Inn
Penrith
Third Tuesday of every month
Getting Around
Carlisle Lake District Airport
Aviation WayCarlisle station
Court SquareRailway
Sightseeing
Solway Firth
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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Hadrian's Wall
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
Galloway Forest Park
Galloway ForestHiking, fishing, sightseeing, battlefield
Solway Coast AONB
47 Sycamore RdWildlife, 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 RoadLots of managed woodland and wildlife sites to walk around. The brochure is in the Barn. https://www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk/
North Pennines
1 Martin StHiking, walking
Hiking, walking, cycling, fishing
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Parque Forestal y Acuático de Kielder
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
Border Kayaks
Kayaks and equipment https://www.borderkayaks.co.uk/
Bikeseven Cycle Service
Bicycle hire and accessories www.bikeseven.co.uk
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
B6318You 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.
Walby Farm Park
WalbyGreat for kids! Crosby on Eden, CA6 4QL