Photos of Penrith, Brougham and Langwathby in Eden, Cumbria.
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BROUGHAM 01A - Brougham Castle
Brougham Castle, Penrith in the Eden Valley, Cumbria.
The 13th century castle was built on the site of an old Roman fort. The great keep built by Robert de Vieuxpont in the early 13th century largely survives. Originally this would have been surrounded by a wooden pallisaide, but when the castle passed to Robert Clifford in the 14th century, he did much refortification to protect it from the Scots. Clifford added a double gatehouse, replaced the wooden pallisaide with a stone curtain wall and built the residential Tower of League. In July 1300, Edward 1 stayed at the castle. Clifford was killed in 1314 at the Battle of Bannockburn and the castle then fell into disrepair until Lady Anne Clifford inherited it in 1643. She restored it as her country mansion and died there in 1676 aged 86.
The 13th century castle was built on the site of an old Roman fort. The great keep built by Robert de Vieuxpont in the early 13th century largely survives. Originally this would have been surrounded by a wooden pallisaide, but when the castle passed to Robert Clifford in the 14th century, he did much refortification to protect it from the Scots. Clifford added a double gatehouse, replaced the wooden pallisaide with a stone curtain wall and built the residential Tower of League. In July 1300, Edward 1 stayed at the castle. Clifford was killed in 1314 at the Battle of Bannockburn and the castle then fell into disrepair until Lady Anne Clifford inherited it in 1643. She restored it as her country mansion and died there in 1676 aged 86.
BROUGHAM 05A - The Countess Pillar
The Countess Pillar, Penrith in the Eden Valley, Cumbria.
Erected in 1656 by Lady Anne Clifford in memory of her mother, Margaret Clifford (né Russell), the Countess of Cumberland. Lady Anne also left an annual annuity of £4 for distribution to the poor. This money was placed on the Dolestone next to the pillar.
Erected in 1656 by Lady Anne Clifford in memory of her mother, Margaret Clifford (né Russell), the Countess of Cumberland. Lady Anne also left an annual annuity of £4 for distribution to the poor. This money was placed on the Dolestone next to the pillar.
BROUGHAM 05B - The Countess Pillar
The Countess Pillar at Brougham near Penrith in the Eden Valley, Cumbria.
BROUGHAM 06A - The Dolestone
The Dolestone situated next to the Countess Pillar at Brougham near Penrith in the Eden Valley, Cumbria.
Lady Anne Clifford left an annual annuity of £4 for distribution to the poor. This money was placed on the Dolestone.
Lady Anne Clifford left an annual annuity of £4 for distribution to the poor. This money was placed on the Dolestone.
BROUGHAM 07A - Dolestone waymark
Dolestone bronze panel waymark beside the Countess Pillar at Brougham near Penrith in the Eden Valley, Cumbria.
This is one of 84 etched bronze panel waymarks designed by Pip Hall, which have been sited along Eden Valley walking routes.
Rubbings can be taken from the bronzes, with wax crayon and paper.
This is one of 84 etched bronze panel waymarks designed by Pip Hall, which have been sited along Eden Valley walking routes.
Rubbings can be taken from the bronzes, with wax crayon and paper.
BROUGHAM 08A - Brocavvm Roman Fort
Brocavvm Roman Fort, Penrith in the Eden Valley, Cumbria.
The site of Brocavvm Roman Fort built by Legion V111 in 76AD to defend the crossing point of the rivers Lowther and Eamont. The fort would have been manned by more than a thousand men. A small settlement developed nearby to serve the fort and take advantage of passing trade between Carlisle and the port at Ravenglass. Brougham Castle can be seen in the distance behind the trees..
The site of Brocavvm Roman Fort built by Legion V111 in 76AD to defend the crossing point of the rivers Lowther and Eamont. The fort would have been manned by more than a thousand men. A small settlement developed nearby to serve the fort and take advantage of passing trade between Carlisle and the port at Ravenglass. Brougham Castle can be seen in the distance behind the trees..
BROUGHAM 10A - Brougham Hall
Brougham Hall, Eamont Bridge, Penrith in the Eden Valley, Cumbria.
The earliest parts of Brougham Hall date from the 13th and 14th centuries, but much renovation and building work was carried out in the 17th century by Lady Anne Clifford. In the 1830s the hall was owned by the Lord Chancellor, Henry Brougham who invented the Brougham Carriage (the first one-horse carriage). In Victorian times the hall was known as the Windsor of the North, due to regular visits by Edward V11 and George V1. Prior to WW11 it was commandeered by Winston Churchill for the development of a secret tank. The hall was rescued from dereliction in 1985 and has undergone extensive renovation work. Brougham Hall is currently home to a cafe and craft workshops. Visit the website.
The earliest parts of Brougham Hall date from the 13th and 14th centuries, but much renovation and building work was carried out in the 17th century by Lady Anne Clifford. In the 1830s the hall was owned by the Lord Chancellor, Henry Brougham who invented the Brougham Carriage (the first one-horse carriage). In Victorian times the hall was known as the Windsor of the North, due to regular visits by Edward V11 and George V1. Prior to WW11 it was commandeered by Winston Churchill for the development of a secret tank. The hall was rescued from dereliction in 1985 and has undergone extensive renovation work. Brougham Hall is currently home to a cafe and craft workshops. Visit the website.
BROUGHAM 13A - Brougham Hall
Brougham Hall door knocker, Eamont Bridge, Penrith in the Eden Valley, Cumbria.
One of four replicas of a 12th century knocker that was on the door of Durham Cathedral. The original is now in the cathedral’s treasury. This bronze replica was just cast in 1993. The first knocker here was cast in 1844 but was stolen after WW11. (Graffiti removed).
One of four replicas of a 12th century knocker that was on the door of Durham Cathedral. The original is now in the cathedral’s treasury. This bronze replica was just cast in 1993. The first knocker here was cast in 1844 but was stolen after WW11. (Graffiti removed).
BROUGHAM 15A - St Wilfred's Church
St Wilfrid's Church, Brougham Hall, Brougham, Penrith, Cumbria.
St Wilfred's Church was rebuilt on a medieval site for Lady Anne Clifford in 1658.
St Wilfred's Church was rebuilt on a medieval site for Lady Anne Clifford in 1658.
LANGWATHBY 01A - War memorial and the Shepherd's Inn
The war memorial and Shepherd's Inn at Langwathby in the Eden Valley, Cumbria.
LANGWATHBY 05A - St Peter's Church
St Peter's Church, Langwathby in the Eden Valley of Cumbria.
The church has 13th century origins, but has undergone 15th century alterations and early 18th century rebuilding work.
The church has 13th century origins, but has undergone 15th century alterations and early 18th century rebuilding work.
LANGWATHBY 20A - Bailey bridge over the River Eden
Langwathby Bridge: a metal Bailey bridge spanning the River Eden at Langwathby near Penrith in Cumbria.
The bridge was built in 1968 to replace an earlier sandstone one that was washed away in floods. The metal bridge was just meant to be a temporary measure and is now listed in the Guinness book of Records as the longest lasting temporary bridge in the country.
The Bailey bridge was designed by Sir Donald Bailey, and developed during World War II for military use.
The bridge was built in 1968 to replace an earlier sandstone one that was washed away in floods. The metal bridge was just meant to be a temporary measure and is now listed in the Guinness book of Records as the longest lasting temporary bridge in the country.
The Bailey bridge was designed by Sir Donald Bailey, and developed during World War II for military use.
LANGWATHBY 20B - Bailey bridge over the River Eden
Langwathby Bridge: a metal Bailey bridge spanning the River Eden at Langwathby near Penrith in Cumbria.
PENRITH 01A - Penrith Castle
Penrith Castle, Penrith in the Eden Valley, Cumbria.
Penrith Castle was built in the 14th century by William Strickland who became Bishop of Carlisle and then Archbishop of Canterbury. It was later developed by Ralph Neville who played a key role in defending the area against the Scots. In 1471 the castle was transformed into a grand residence by Richard, Duke of Gloucester who later became Richard III. This red sandstone castle has been a ruin since 1571.
Free entry.
Penrith Castle was built in the 14th century by William Strickland who became Bishop of Carlisle and then Archbishop of Canterbury. It was later developed by Ralph Neville who played a key role in defending the area against the Scots. In 1471 the castle was transformed into a grand residence by Richard, Duke of Gloucester who later became Richard III. This red sandstone castle has been a ruin since 1571.
Free entry.
PENRITH 05A - St. Andrew's Church
St Andrew's Church, Penrith in the Eden Valley, Cumbria.
The tower of St. Andrew's is all that remains of the original 13th century church. The walls are almost 2 metres thick and it would probably have been used as a fortified pele tower. Much building work was done in 1720 designed by Hawksmoor, a pupil of Sir Christopher Wren. The chandeliers in the nave recognise the bravery of the townsfolk who fought Bonnie Prince Charlie in 1745..
The tower of St. Andrew's is all that remains of the original 13th century church. The walls are almost 2 metres thick and it would probably have been used as a fortified pele tower. Much building work was done in 1720 designed by Hawksmoor, a pupil of Sir Christopher Wren. The chandeliers in the nave recognise the bravery of the townsfolk who fought Bonnie Prince Charlie in 1745..
PENRITH 07A - The Giant's Grave
The 10th century Giant's Grave, St. Andrew's Church, Penrith, Eden, Cumbria.
This legendary grave of Owen Caesarius (King of Cumbia 920-937AD) is a collection of two Anglian crosses and four hog-back Viking tombstones.
The grave was opened in the 17th century, revealing very long leg bones and a sword. Originally the crosses were much closer together and the hog-backs were just positioned between them during the 17th century.
This legendary grave of Owen Caesarius (King of Cumbia 920-937AD) is a collection of two Anglian crosses and four hog-back Viking tombstones.
The grave was opened in the 17th century, revealing very long leg bones and a sword. Originally the crosses were much closer together and the hog-backs were just positioned between them during the 17th century.
PENRITH 07B - The Giant's Grave
The 10th century Giant's Grave, St. Andrew's Church, Penrith, Cumbria.
PENRITH 07C - The Giant's Grave
The 10th century Giant's Grave, St. Andrew's Church, Penrith, Eden, Cumbria.
PENRITH 08B - The Giant's Thumb
The Giant's Thumb at St. Andrew's Church, Penrith, Eden, Cumbria.
The Giant's Thumb is a 10th century Anglian cross with a wheel head top. It was once used as the local pillory.
The Giant's Thumb is a 10th century Anglian cross with a wheel head top. It was once used as the local pillory.
PENRITH 09A - Dame Birkett's School, St. Andrew's Place
The former Dame Birkett's School, St. Andrew's Place, Penrith, Cumbria.
This Tudor building of 1563 was once a school for children of upper class families. William Wordsworth, his sister Dorothy and future wife Mary were pupils at Dame Birkett's School.
This Tudor building of 1563 was once a school for children of upper class families. William Wordsworth, his sister Dorothy and future wife Mary were pupils at Dame Birkett's School.
PENRITH 10A - Musgrave Monument
Musgrave Monument, Penrith in the Eden Valley, Cumbria.
This clock tower in the centre of Penrith was built in 1861 by Sir George and Lady Musgrave in memory of their son, Philip.
This clock tower in the centre of Penrith was built in 1861 by Sir George and Lady Musgrave in memory of their son, Philip.
PENRITH 11B - Penrith Town Hall
The Town Hall, Penrith, Eden, Cumbria.
Adapted in 1905 from two 1792 classical houses designed by Robert Adams.
Adapted in 1905 from two 1792 classical houses designed by Robert Adams.
PENRITH 12A - Former Public Library
The former Public Library, Penrith, Eden, Cumbria.
Now part of the Town Hall, adapted in 1905 from two 1792 classical houses designed by Robert Adams.
William Wordsworth's cousins John and Richard Wordsworth, lived in the original building.
Now part of the Town Hall, adapted in 1905 from two 1792 classical houses designed by Robert Adams.
William Wordsworth's cousins John and Richard Wordsworth, lived in the original building.
PENRITH 15A - James and John Graham Family Grocers
James and John Graham Family Grocers, established in 1793, Penrith, Eden, Cumbria.
PENRITH 22A - The Black Angel, Castle Park
The Black Angel, a Boer War Memorial in Castle Park, Penrith, Cumbria.
PENRITH 30A - Penrith Beacon
The view towards Ullswater and the Lakeland fells from the Beacon on Beacon Pike, Beacon Hill, Penrith, Eden, Cumbria.
The present monument was built in 1719, on a spot where beacons have been lit to forewarn of Scottish raids since 1296. There has been a building here for more than 500 years.
The present monument was built in 1719, on a spot where beacons have been lit to forewarn of Scottish raids since 1296. There has been a building here for more than 500 years.
PENRITH 30A - The Plague Stone
Plague Stone, Penrith, Cumbria.
A plague in 1598 killed 2,260 townsfolk, and neighbouring farmers fearful of catching it, insisted the townsfolk pay for their produce by throwing coins into the disinfectant-filled stone at the edge of town.
A plague in 1598 killed 2,260 townsfolk, and neighbouring farmers fearful of catching it, insisted the townsfolk pay for their produce by throwing coins into the disinfectant-filled stone at the edge of town.
PENRITH 41A - The Robin Hood
The Robin Hood, Penrith, Eden, Cumbria.
William Wordsworth stayed here, nursing his dying friend Raisley Calvert.
The pair had walked from Keswick, trying to make their way to Portugal in the hope of curing Raisley's tuberculosis. Raisley was buried at Greystoke. He left William £900 in his will.
William Wordsworth stayed here, nursing his dying friend Raisley Calvert.
The pair had walked from Keswick, trying to make their way to Portugal in the hope of curing Raisley's tuberculosis. Raisley was buried at Greystoke. He left William £900 in his will.
PENRITH 70A - Winter Droving Festival
Winter Droving Festival, Penrith, Cumbria, 2017.
This spectacular festival is a celebration of winter and Penrith’s agricultural heritage.
This spectacular festival is a celebration of winter and Penrith’s agricultural heritage.
RED HILLS 01A - Rheged Centre
Rheged Centre, Red Hills, Penrith, Cumbria.
Rheged is a grass-roofed Lakeland heritage, arts and shopping centre built in a former quarry. Visit the website
Rheged is a grass-roofed Lakeland heritage, arts and shopping centre built in a former quarry. Visit the website