Local Attractions in Carlisle
Local Attractions - Castles and Gardens
Carlisle Castle
This impressive medieval castle, where Mary Queen of Scots was once imprisoned, has a long and tortuous history.
Visitors can explore fascinating and ancient chambers, stairways and dungeons and find the legendary 'licking stones'. Here, parched Jacobite prisoners found enough moisture to stay alive, only to be brutally executed on Gallows Hill.
Uncover a fascinating history through lively exhibitions, offering an insight into William Rufus, Mary Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie. You may take a guided tour of the Castle. There is a gift shop with a range of souvenirs with a medieval theme.
Dalemain Historic House & Gardens
Dalemain, near Ullswater in the Lake District, is a haven of tranquillity. Come and take some time out from the hectic stress of everyday life, and spend a while strolling through the house and gardens in this peaceful corner of the Lake District.
Hill Top
Located near Hawkshead this delightful small 17th-century farmhouse is where Beatrix Potter wrote many of her famous children's stories. It has been kept as she left it, with treasured furniture, china and a traditional cottage garden.
Holker Hall and Gardens
Holker Hall is the home of Lord and Lady Cavendish who welcome visitors of all ages to one of the best-loved stately homes in Britain. Magnificently situated only a short distance from Grange-over-Sands and the expanse of Morecambe Bay, Holker Hall is set in exceptionally beautiful countryside with gardens that merge into Parkland framed by the Lakeland hills.
Levens Hall and Gardens
The Hall, only five minutes from junction 36 on the M6, is a magnificent Elizabethan mansion built around a 13th century pele tower. It is the family home of the Bagots and contains a collection of Jacobean furniture and fine paintings.
The world famous gardens date from 1694, the earliest ha-ha, herbaceous borders, colourful spring and summer bedding. There is also a play area for small children.
Muncaster Castle
Located on the A595 just south of Ravenglass this Historic Castle and its extensive Gardens are home to an Owl Centre and Meadow Vole Maze. The historic haunted castle, voted as one of Britain's most haunted castles, is a lived in family home and the jewel in the crown of this majestic setting on the Western Lake District. From the Gardens there are magnificent views over to Ravenglass and the Esk Valley towards Scafell Pike, England's highest mountain.
Rydal Mount and Gardens
The Wordsworth Family moved into Rydal Mount in 1813 and rented the house continually for 46 years until the death of Mary Wordsworth in 1859.
Come and enjoy the relaxed, lived-in feel of this famous family home located just outside Ambleside. Walk the beautiful gardens, sit in the poet's summerhouse, enjoy the breathtaking views of the lakes and hills and understand why Wordsworth loved to write here!
Sizergh Castle & Gardens
Located at Sizergh, near Kendal this beautiful medieval house is surrounded by rich gardens. The garden includes ponds, a lake and superb rock garden. There are many walks from the castle to dramatic viewpoints over Morecambe Bay to the Lake District fells.
Why not consider relocating into this beautiful area lying between the Lake District mountains and the sea.
All of the coastal and inland towns and villages are within minutes of the complete peace and tranquility of the Lake District National Park with easy access to the central Lake District including Ambleside, Coniston, Grasmere, Langdale, Hawkshead and Windermere.
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