10 miles from Castle Sowerby 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.

10 miles from Castle Sowerby 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.

10 miles from Castle Sowerby 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.

11 miles from Castle Sowerby Parish

A large and impressive Neolithic henge, much better preserved than neighbouring King Arthur's Round Table.

11 miles from Castle Sowerby 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.

12 miles from Castle Sowerby 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.