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Birdoswald Roman Fort, Hadrian's Wall, Brampton, Cumbria CA8
7DD Tel: 016977 47602 Birdoswald stands high above a bend in
the River Irthing in one of the most picturesque settings on
Hadrian's Wall. A Roman fort, turret and milecastle can all be
seen on this excellent stretch of the Wall. The Birdoswald Visitor
Centre provides a good introduction to Hadrian's Wall. About
6 miles northeast of Brampton.
Talkin Tarn Country Park,
Nr Brampton. Tel 016977 3129. A 65-acre lake set amid 120 acres
of farmland and woodland, where you can sail, windsurf, canoe
or hire wooden rowing boats. Fishing is available, mountain bike
are for hire, there is a small camping and caravan site, and
a permanent orienteering course is laid out around the park.
About 2 miles south of Brampton.
Lanercost Priory Church, Lanercost, Brampton, CA8 2HQ. Lanercost
Priory was founded about 1166 by Henry II and fell into disrepair
after the Dissolution of the Monasteries. About 1740 it was decided
to restore the nave, and use it as a Parish Church. The West
Front of the Church is a fine example of early English architecture.
In the North aisle are three stained glass windows by Sir Edward
Burne-Jones. The remainder of the Priory, second only to Furness
Abbey in interest as a ruin, is now in the hands of English Heritage.
About 2 miles northeast of Brampton.
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