Things to do in Motherby, Cumbria
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Motherby, Cumbria.
The Great Outdoors in Motherby
Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Motherby.
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Eycott Hill | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
A peaceful upland with spectacular views Eycott Hill Nature Reserve is the perfect place for a low level walk, or wildlife adventure!
Enjoy colourful wildflowers, spot beautiful dragonflies and butterflies, keep an eye on the skies to see soaring birds of prey, and listen for the distinctive calls of lapwing, curlew and skylark.
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Newton Reigny | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Tussocky sedges and some unusual wetland plants combined with the wet woodland of willow and alder provide a home for some rare spiders and beetles.
Thacka Beck | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Hay meadows, wet grassland, scrub, hedges, ponds and the beck provide homes for a wealth of wildlife. Although small in size, the nature reserve has a remarkable number of birds.
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The Arts in Motherby
Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.
The arts within 10 miles of Motherby.
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Upfront Gallery
Established in 1997 - Art Gallery, Vegetarian Restaurant, Coffee Shop, Puppet Theatre, Music Venue and Event Space near Penrith - Cumbria An accessible and award winning attraction for all ages.
Threlkeld Quarry & Mining Museum
Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum – Come and experience Lakelands industrial heritage.
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History and Heritage in Motherby
Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.
History and heritage within 10 miles of Motherby.
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Penrith Castle | English Heritage
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 | 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.
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.
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
In a picturesque setting beside the crossing of the River Eamont, Brougham Castle was founded in the early 13th century.
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.
Castlerigg Stone Circle | English Heritage
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.
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Exploring further afield?
Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.
Motherby
Penruddock
Beckces
Berrier
Hutton
Greystoke Gill
Greystoke
Dacre
Johnby
Dacre Beck
Newbiggin
Great Blencow
Little Blencow
Waterfoot
Soulby
Longthwaite
Ulcat Row
Watermillock
Matterdale End
Newton Reigny
Mungrisdale
Laithes
Ellonby
Skelton
Pooley Bridge
Lamonby
Dockray
Mosedale
Glendermackin
Thorpe
Catterlen
Newton Rigg
High Row
Eamont
Redhills
Castletown
Tirril
Sockbridge
Heggle Lane
Martindale
Fair Hill
Howtown
Penrith
Haltcliff Bridge
Askham
Hutton End
Eamont Bridge
Pategill
Brockleymoor
Millhouse
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