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Cumbria.
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Brougham Castle, Penrith Tel: 01768 862488 - The ruins of this
13th century fortress stand on the banks of the River Eamont.
The castle was restored by Lady Anne Clifford in the 17th century
and overlaps the site of a Roman fort. About 8 miles north of
Shap.
Westmorland Motor Museum,
Rellandsgate, Kings Meaburn, Penrith, Cumbria CA10 3BT Tel: 01931
714 624. The Museum is between Penrith and Appleby, south of
the A66. Restored and unrestored trucks and a collection of Automobilia.
About 8 miles from Shap.
Keld Chapel is a tiny 16th-century Chapel near Shap (access at
all times; key in village, see notice on chapel door). It is
one of the National Trust's more remote religious sites. About
2 miles from Shap.
Acorn Bank Garden &
Watermill, Temple Sowerby, nr Penrith, Cumbria CA10 1SP Tel:
017683 61893 - Delightful sheltered garden, renowned for its
herbs and orchards growing old English fruit varieties, a National
Trust property. About 9 miles from Shap.
The Horse Fair, Appleby-in-Westmorland. An annual event where
every June, the Romany families of Europe – many in colourful,
horse-drawn caravans – converge on nearby Gallow's Hill
for this world-famous, week-long event. The fair began in 1685
when a charter was granted by James II. For many centuries, sheep
and cattle were also sold at Appleby. The horses are washed in
the River Eden before being shown off to prospective buyers.
About 9 miles from Shap.
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