English Heritage sites near Holme Abbey Parish
CARLISLE CASTLE
14 miles from Holme Abbey 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.
WETHERAL PRIORY GATEHOUSE
18 miles from Holme Abbey Parish
Well-preserved 15th-century gatehouse, the sole survivor of a small Benedictine priory. A miniature 'pele-tower' containing two storeys of comfortable rooms, it later became a fortified vicarage.
CASTLERIGG STONE CIRCLE
19 miles from Holme Abbey 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.
LANERCOST PRIORY
25 miles from Holme Abbey Parish
The beautiful and now tranquil setting of Augustinian Lanercost Priory belies an often troubled history.
PENRITH CASTLE
25 miles from Holme Abbey 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.
HARE HILL - HADRIAN'S WALL
25 miles from Holme Abbey Parish
A short length of Wall, still standing 2.7 metres (8.8 feet) high.
Churches in Holme Abbey Parish
St Mary, Holme Cultram, Abbeytown
Holme Cultram, Abbeytown
016973 31413
http://www.solwayplainchurches.org.uk
Holme Cultram St Mary was built in the 12th century, a former Cistercian Abbey, founded by monks from Melrose Abbey. It is one of the few remaining Cistercian abbey churches still used as a place of worship. It is the resting place of the Earl of Carrick, father of Robert the Bruce. Open daily, tours given by prior arrangement. As one visitor described it, the Abbey is "a must for those wanting peace, tranquility and beauty."
Following a major fire in 2006 the Abbey has undergone major restoration work, which is still ongoing
Pubs in Holme Abbey Parish
Wheatsheaf Inn
Two roomed pub in centre of village providing a focus for the locals. Good food available every day (curry night Monday), locally sourced wherever possible (NOT JAN). Bookings recommended Friday evening and weekends. Pool, darts, and domino...