English Heritage sites near Caldbeck Parish
CASTLERIGG STONE CIRCLE
8 miles from Caldbeck 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.
PENRITH CASTLE
12 miles from Caldbeck 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.
MAYBURGH HENGE
13 miles from Caldbeck Parish
A large and impressive Neolithic henge, much better preserved than neighbouring King Arthur's Round Table.
CARLISLE CASTLE
13 miles from Caldbeck 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.
KING ARTHUR'S ROUND TABLE
13 miles from Caldbeck 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.
BROUGHAM CASTLE
14 miles from Caldbeck Parish
In a picturesque setting beside the crossing of the River Eamont, Brougham Castle was founded in the early 13th century.
Churches in Caldbeck Parish
St Kentigern (aka St Mungo)
Caldbeck
Carlisle
+441697343089
A Short History
This church is one of eight in the Diocese of Carlisle dedicated to St Kentigern, or as he was affectionately called, St Mungo, which means "dear friend". On his journey from Scotland to Wales in the year 553 AD he 'preached among the mountains to many who were given to idolatry and were ignorant of the divine law'. The churches that bear his name mark the traditional course of his preaching. From here, he went to Castle Sowerby, along to Mungrisdale (which retains his name) and from there to Crosthwaite at Keswick. On the left of the old packhorse bridge at the west end of Caldbeck churchyard is St Mungo's Well, the traditional site where he baptised his converts.
In the churchyard stands the grave of John Peel, an ordinary man made famous by a song.
Writing Tomorrow's History
Today's church is the people - a warm and welcoming gathering from all walks of life who worship, pray, sing and laugh together. Please pay us a visit and share in the experience.
Pubs in Caldbeck Parish
Caldbeck Bowling & Social Club
Caldbeck Cricket Club
Oddfellows Arms
Old Crown
Hesket Newmarket, CA7 8JG
(016974) 78288
theoldcrownpub.co.uk