Things to do in Thomas Close, Cumbria
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Thomas Close, Cumbria.
The Arts in Thomas Close
The arts within 10 miles of Thomas Close.
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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.
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The Great Outdoors in Thomas Close
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Thomas Close.
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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.

Wreay Woods | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Wonderfully diverse woodland reserve along the banks of the river Petteril. In spring, bluebells carpet the floor and dippers, grey wagtails, kingfishers and sometimes otters can be seen.

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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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.

Quarry Banks | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Quarry Banks Allan Wilson Memorial Reserve is a peaceful nature reserve and in spring the woodland is carpeted with flowers and the air is full of bird song. The meadow flowers attract butterflies in the summer.
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History and Heritage in Thomas Close
History and heritage within 10 miles of Thomas Close.
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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.

Wetheral Priory Gatehouse | English Heritage
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.

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.
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Music in Thomas Close
Music within 10 miles of Thomas Close.
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The Best Of Grohl (Foo Fighters, Nirvana, QOTSA) - Carlisle
The ultimate rock show dedicated to the legendary rock icon Dave Grohl.

TBK + Exploding Head
A Night of live prog/alt rock music at The Source 3 live bands

Final Thirteen + More (A Night of indie & Alt-rock)
Northern Irish power trio, with music consisting of energetically infused metal, alternative rock, & indie

Dog Eared + Support
A Night of Live Punk + More
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