Things to See
For a full selection of things to see in Cumbria go to
www.golakes.co.uk. Here is
a selection of some of the best.
Ruskin’s View
Kirkby Lonsdale
The discerning Victorian thinker was so captivated by this spot
overlooking the River Lune that he described it as ‘one of the
loveliest scenes in England’. Admired by Wordsworth and Constable
too, it was also the subject of a JW Turner painting.
Castlerigg Stone Circle
Just outside Keswick and along Castle Lane from the A591. Even
through it is dwarfed by the surrounding mighty peaks of Skiddaw,
Helvellyn and Blencathra, this 5,000 year old circle of 48 craggy
standing stones has an awesome presence and dignity.
Sheepfolds
Various locations across Cumbria
Andy Goldsworthy has made his name creating art out of found
objects in natural environments. This series of 46 installations
was created as part of a seven-year project to bring to life a
number of derelict sheepfolds across the Cumbrian countryside. GPS
coordinates and directions to all the folds are listed on the
website.
www.sheepfoldscumbria.co.uk
Hadrian’s Wall Country
Carlisle
Britain’s greatest Roman monument is effectively one of the globe’s
largest World Heritage Sites - 150 miles running from Ravenglass in
Cumbria to South Shields at the mouth of the Tyne. Carlisle makes a
great starting point for exploring this frontier of the Roman
Empire, from its fascinating history to its archaeological
remains.
www.hadrians-wall.org
Grizedale Forest Park
T: 01223 314546 or 01229 860010
Situated between Coniston and Hawkshead, this beautiful forest
hides over 70 works of art and sculpture scattered through the
woodland. There are walking and cycling routes with beautiful views
over Coniston Water and plenty of arty pit stops.
www.forestry.gov.uk