English Heritage sites near Langwathby Parish
COUNTESS PILLAR, BROUGHAM
3 miles from Langwathby Parish
A monument erected in 1656 by Lady Anne Clifford of nearby Brougham Castle, to commemorate her final parting here from her mother.
BROUGHAM CASTLE
3 miles from Langwathby Parish
In a picturesque setting beside the crossing of the River Eamont, Brougham Castle was founded in the early 13th century.
PENRITH CASTLE
4 miles from Langwathby 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.
KING ARTHUR'S ROUND TABLE
4 miles from Langwathby 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.
MAYBURGH HENGE
4 miles from Langwathby Parish
A large and impressive Neolithic henge, much better preserved than neighbouring King Arthur's Round Table.
CLIFTON HALL
4 miles from Langwathby Parish
This 15th-century tower, sole surviving part of the manor house of the Wybergh family, was plundered by Jacobites in 1745 before the Battle of Clifton Moor, the last battle fought on English soil.
Churches in Langwathby Parish
St Cuthbert
St Peter
Langwathby
Penrith
01768881179
http://www.eastofedenmc.org.uk/
St Peter's, Langwathby, is part of the East of Eden Mission Community. For information about baptisms, weddings and funerals please contact Reverend Lindsay Harrod on 01768 881769.
Pubs in Langwathby Parish
Brief Encounter
Edenhall Country Hotel & Restaurant
Shepherds Inn
The Village Green, Langwathby, CA10 1LW
(01768) 881463
shepherds-inn.co.uk