English Heritage sites near Holme St Cuthbert Parish
CASTLERIGG STONE CIRCLE
18 miles from Holme St Cuthbert Parish
Castlerigg is perhaps the most atmospheric and dramatically sited of all British stone circles, with panoramic views and the mountains of Helvellyn and High Seat as a backdrop.
CARLISLE CASTLE
19 miles from Holme St Cuthbert Parish
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.
WETHERAL PRIORY GATEHOUSE
23 miles from Holme St Cuthbert Parish
Well-preserved 15th-century gatehouse, the sole survivor of a small Benedictine priory. A miniature 'pele-tower' containing two storeys of comfortable rooms, it later became a fortified vicarage.
PENRITH CASTLE
27 miles from Holme St Cuthbert Parish
Penrith Castle was begun at the end of the 14th century by Ralph Neville, who played a key role in defending this area against the Scots.
MAYBURGH HENGE
28 miles from Holme St Cuthbert Parish
A large and impressive Neolithic henge, much better preserved than neighbouring King Arthur's Round Table.
KING ARTHUR'S ROUND TABLE
28 miles from Holme St Cuthbert Parish
A Neolithic earthwork henge, dating from c. 2000 BC, but much later believed to be King Arthur's jousting arena. Mayburgh Henge is adjacent.
Churches in Holme St Cuthbert Parish
Holme St Cuthbert
Mawbray
01697331413
http://www.solwayplainchurches.org.uk
Holme St Cuthbert Church was built in 1845 in the Gothic style. It became a separate ecclesiastical parish in 1857. The Church is the only place of worship in the Parish and is open daily. It has been described as "a place of calm in a very busy world."
Pubs in Holme St Cuthbert Parish
Lowther Arms
Successfully re-opened as a Community Pub. (June 26 2021). A traditional country pub at the heart of the village of Mawbray. Also doubles as a cafe, open all day. Ideally situated on the beautiful Solway Coast with views to the Western fell...