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Exploring the most picturesque & historic places to visit in the county of Cumbria, England.

About the county of Cumbria

Cumbria, Englands second largest County can be found in the North-Western part of England. One of its many outstanding attractions is the ever popular and positively breathtaking 'Lake District' the land of crystal clear blue lakes, endless picturesque mountains, including Englands highest mountain, 'Scafell Pike' an impressive 978 metres high. For a truly exhilarating experience why not explore the Lake District from one of the warm and welcoming Hotels situated within the secluded lush green valleys.

Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in Cumbria

Barrow from Sandscale Hawes in Early January

Barrow in Furness (33 Pictures)

in the county of Cumbria

Barrow-in-Furnace is defined by three things, the glorious red Sandstone ruins of Furnace Abbey, founded by King Steven in 1132, its beautiful sea and coastline where visitors thrill to the exciting sight of tall ships competing in the Tall Ship's Festival, and the magical views of Lakeland's distant towering peaks...

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Grasmere (406 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Cumbria

This tiny stone village is beautifully set between the tranquil waters of Grasmere Lake and the jagged heights of Helm Crag and Nab Scar..

A picture of Nether Wasdale

Nether Wasdale (4 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Cumbria

Nether Wasdale lies opposite Wasdale Head at the western fringe of Wast Water...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in Cumbria

Black Combe, Cumbria

Black Combe (1 Pictures)

Black Combe stands some 10 miles away from any higher ground, giving it an excellent all-round panorama of land and sea, with.....

Cartmel Priory

Cartmel Priory (7 Pictures)

Cartmel Priory was founded in about 1189 by William Marshal, and has a long and interesting history to discover. ..

The ruins of Furness Abbey, near Barrow in Furness.

Furness Abbey (13 Pictures)

St Mary of Furness was founded in 1123 by Stephen, later King of England...

A picture of The Bowder Stone

The Bowder Stone (6 Pictures)

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