Things to do in Crackenthorpe, Cumbria

We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Crackenthorpe, Cumbria.

History and Heritage in Crackenthorpe

Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.

History and heritage within 10 miles of Crackenthorpe.

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Shap Abbey | English Heritage
Shap Abbey | English Heritage
The impressive full-height 15th-century tower and other remains of a remote abbey of Premonstratensian 'white canons'.
Countess Pillar, Brougham | English Heritage
Countess Pillar, Brougham | English Heritage
A monument erected in 1656 by Lady Anne Clifford of nearby Brougham Castle, to commemorate her final parting here from her mother.
Clifton Hall | English Heritage
Clifton Hall | English Heritage
This 15th-century tower, sole surviving part of the manor house of the Wybergh family, was plundered by Jacobites in 1745 before the Battle of Clifton Moor, the last battle fought on English soil.
Brougham Castle | English Heritage
Brougham Castle | English Heritage
In a picturesque setting beside the crossing of the River Eamont, Brougham Castle was founded in the early 13th century.
Brough Castle | English Heritage
Brough Castle | English Heritage
Starkly impressive Brough Castle stands on a ridge commanding strategic Stainmore Pass, on the site of a Roman fort.
King Arthur's Round Table | English Heritage
King Arthur's Round Table | English Heritage
A Neolithic earthwork henge, dating from c. 2000 BC, but much later believed to be King Arthur's jousting arena. Mayburgh Henge is adjacent.
Mayburgh Henge | English Heritage
Mayburgh Henge | English Heritage
Mayburgh is a large and impressive Neolithic henge. Its banks stand up to three metres high, constructed of pebbles collected from the nearby river.

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The Great Outdoors in Crackenthorpe

Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.

The great outdoors within 10 miles of Crackenthorpe.

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Tarn Sike | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Tarn Sike | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
A wild open place, Tarn Sike's lime-rich flushes support orchids, bird's-eye primrose and other plants.
Smardale | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Smardale | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
The stunning scenery provides a backdrop to this lovely reserve. The steep wooded slopes of Smardale gill contrasts with the views of open rolling countryside from the viaduct. A great place for flowers, butterflies and birds.

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Exploring further afield?

Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.

Crackenthorpe Broom Brampton Long Marton Colby Dufton Appleby-in-Westmoorland Bolton Kirkby Thore King's Meaburn Knock Burrells Hoff Gullom Holme Murton Brackenber Great Ormside Milburn Temple Sowerby Coupland Morland Newbiggin Newby Hilton Maulds Meaburn Little Ormside Drybeck Sleagill Reagill Cliburn Newby Head Crosby Ravensworth Sandford Great Asby Culgaith Blencarn Warcop Little Strickland Great Strickland Melkinthorpe Skirwith Bleatarn Hardendale Flitholme Sweetholme Robbery Water Hackthorpe Langrigg Little Musgrave Crewgarth

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