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Castles in the Lake District

Appleby Castle    Early 12th century fortifications later owned by Lady Anne de Clifford (see Brougham Castle). Appleby-in-Westmorland, Lake District, Cumbria, England Attraction Type: Castle Location: In the town of Appleby-in-Westmorland Details of Appleby Castle OS NY686 197 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Brougham Castle   Beautiful romantic ruins situated on the bank of the River Eamont. The core of the castle is the 13th century keep. The indomitable Lady Anne Clifford restored much of the castle in the 17th century. Penrith, Lake District, Cumbria, England, CA10 2AA Attraction Type: Castle Location: 1½ miles SE of Penrith via a minor road off the A66. There is limited parking on the verge of a side road just across from the castle entrance. Website: Brougham Castle Phone: 01768 862 488 English Heritage Location map Details of Brougham Castle - Photos of Brougham Castle OS NY539 290 Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Carlisle Castle    Founded by William Rufus in 1092, site of Mary Queen of Scots' imprisonment in 1568 (you can walk the "Lady's Walk" path in her footsteps). See carvings left by prisoners held at the castle. Great views from the top of the keep. Carlisle, Cumbria, England, CA3 8UR Attraction Type: Castle Location: in Carlisle city centre Website: Carlisle Castle Phone: 01228 591 922 English Heritage Location map Details of Carlisle Castle OS NY397 563 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Castle Howe    It is unusual that a small town can boast two castle, but Kendal is an exception. There are the 13th century ruins of Kendal Castle, and this, Castle Howe, an earthwork motte and bailey fortification dating from the Norman period. There is a small, treed mound, with a monument standing marking the location of the castle keep. Below is a small level area, or bailey. Castle Howe faces Kendal Castle a mile away across the River Kent. Beast Banks, Kendal, Lake District, Cumbria, England Attraction Type: Castle Location: Off Beast Banks, easily accessible on foot from the centre of Kendal OS SD 512924 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Egremont Castle   The extensive ruins of a 12th century castle built on a hill above Egremont town, overlooking the River Ehen. The castle was built by William de Meschineson the ruins of an earlier Norman motte. The gatehouse is still impressive, and boasts some fascinating herringbone stonework. Egremont, Lake District, Cumbria, England Attraction Type: Castle Location: Located at the south end of Main Street, in the centre of Egremont. OS NY 009102 Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Kendal Castle    The ruins of an early 13th century castle overlooking the River Kent. Two towers and stretches of the curtain wall remain of this, the family home of the Parr's for four centuries. The most famous of the Parr family was Katherine Parr, sixth and final queen to Henry VIII. Footpaths lead through fields and woods below the hill, making for enjoyable walks. One mile away is Castle Howe, an earthwork Norman motte and bailey fortification. Castle Road, Kendal, Lake District, Cumbria, England Attraction Type: Castle Location: Situated on a hill overlooking Kendal town. Easy access on foot. Open at any time in daylight. OS SD521923 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Muncaster Castle    14th century beginnings much modified in 18th and 19th century. Genial clutter in the library and dressing room, heavily panelled rooms throughout. Ravenglass, Cumbria, England, CA18 1RQ Attraction Type: Castle Location: in Muncaster, just S of the A595 Website: Muncaster Castle Email: info@muncaster.co.uk Phone: 01229 717 614 Fax: 01229 717 010 Location map Details of Muncaster Castle OS SD103 965 Photo Credit: VisitCumbria Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Cumbria/Lake District Travel Guide Introduction to Cumbria - Photo Tour Featured attractions Ambleside - Brantwood - Carlisle - Carlisle Castle - Cartmel Priory - Castlerigg Stone Circle - Cockermouth - Dove Cottage - Grasmere - Hadrian's Wall - Keswick - Kendal - Lake District National Park - Ravenglass Cumbria Accommodation Hotels - Self Catering Cottages