Days Out in Cumbria

Carlisle Castle

Explore the history of the Roman Empire, admire dramatic castles and uncover the stories behind our beautiful historic properties - whatever you're looking for this season, you're sure to find it in Cumbria.

We have now switched to our summer opening hours, meaning that there is even more time for you to enjoy our properties and events on your visit. Please check opening times before travelling.

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Ambleside Roman Fort
Ambleside Roman Fort

The well-marked remains of a 2nd-century fort with large granaries, probably built under Hadrian's rule to guard the Roman road from Brougham to Ravenglass and act as a supply base.

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Birdoswald Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall
Birdoswald Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall

Birdoswald Roman Fort is the perfect place to stop if on a family day out or if you're walking or cycling along Hadrian's Wall in Cumbria. Extensive remains of the Roman Fort can be explored.

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Bow Bridge
Bow Bridge

This narrow 15th-century stone bridge across Mill Beck carried an old packhorse route to nearby Furness Abbey.

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Brough Castle
Brough Castle

Starkly impressive Brough Castle stands on a ridge commanding strategic Stainmore Pass, on the site of a Roman fort.

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Brougham Castle
Brougham Castle

In a picturesque setting beside the crossing of the River Eamont, Brougham Castle was founded in the early 13th century.

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Carlisle Castle
Carlisle Castle

Carlisle Castle was a constantly updated working fortress until well within living memory. Now its rich and varied visitor attractions reflect its long and eventful history.

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Events : Cumbria

Time Travellers Go... Roman Soldier School
Venue: Birdoswald Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall, Cumbria
Date: Sat 20 Jul - Mon 26 Aug 2013 (bank holiday)

Join our centurion for some hands on fun – with Roman themed craft activities throughout the day from colouring and paper helmet making to games to Roman drill and Roman artefact handling. Plus, try on costumes, Roman armour and a centurion’s helmet.

Medieval Castle Life - Family Fun Trail
Venue: Carlisle Castle, Cumbria
Date: Sat 20 Jul - Sun 1 Sep 2013 (bank holiday)

Seek out the colourful trail markers of all the different people that would live and work in a medieval castle. A fun trail for all the family.

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Nature Trail
Venue: Beeston Castle and Woodland Park, Cheshire
Date: Sat 27 Jul - Sun 1 Sep 2013 (bank holiday)

Explore the magical Castle grounds and woodlands, in a quest to find the hidden nature-related clues. Test your knowledge and skill to win a special prize!

Clash of Knights!
Venue: Beeston Castle and Woodland Park, Cheshire
Date: Sat 10 & Sun 11 Aug 2013

Join us for the ultimate in competitive historical combat as 4 teams-each of 12 fully armoured Knights-attempt to emerge victorious from a recreated "Crest Melee".

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