Brampton, in the north east corner of Cumbria, is a market town of some 4,000 people, said to have been founded in the 7th century. Henry II granted the town its charter, and the first market was held here in 1252. Much of the building is in local red sandstone, but the abiding impression will be of traditional Cumbrian white-washed houses. The area can claim some earlier roots though, with the Romans having built Hadrian’s Wall just a stroll away, a fact that is commemorated by a statue to the emperor in the town centre. A couple of miles outside the town are Gelt Woods, now an RSPB reserve, but once housing a Roman quarry. A stone there bears an inscription made by a Roman legionnaire in the 3rd century. Stone from Hadrian’s Wall was used in building the town’s old church, of which only the chancel remains. But for once the replacement is probably more interesting than the original: St Martin’s is the only church designed by Philip Webb, the pre-Raphaelite architect. Of particular note in the church are the stained glass windows, made in William Morris’s studio to designs by Sir Edward Burne-Jones. Also worthy of a visit is the large motte on the eastern side of the town, standing 135 feet above its surroundings, and in the town centre the octagonal Moot Hall, built in 1817, in front of which stands a bull ring used for baiting the animals for “sport” in past times. Walkers will enjoy the rolling countryside in the area, and both walkers and the boating fraternity will like the space offered by Talkin Tarn, just to the south east of Brampton, with wooded walks and 65 acres of water.
Attraction
Banks East Turret - Hadrian's Wall
Birdoswald Roman Fort
Lanercost Priory
Talkin Tarn Country Park
Camping
Dentist
Chandlers Lane Dental Practice
Dr Fotheringham's Dental Practice
Doctor
Estate Agent
Farmers Market
Golf Club
Inn
Market
Brampton Country Market
Brampton Farmers Market
Pub and Bar
Belted Will Inn
Centurion Inn
Nags Head
Old Fellows Arms
Samson Inn
Scotch Arms
Restaurant
Belted Will Inn
Farlam Hall
Nags Head
Old Fellows Arms
Samson Inn
Taxi
Sports Clubs
Talkin Tarn (Rowing)
Shops
Daisy Chain
Cranstons
Half Moon Wholefoods
Hagan Opticians
Studio 2000
Askerton Castle Estate
Eva’s Organics
Lady Jane’s Tearoom
The Capon Tree
Jacobites Baguette & Coffee Bar
H Jobson
Cumbrian Cottage Farm Shop
Pink Tulip Photography
Activities
New Mills Trout Farm(Fishing)
Talking Tarn Country Park(Fishing)
Kingwater Equestrian Centre(Riding)
Kingwater Equestrian Centre(Riding)
Places to Stay near Brampton
String of Horses Inn (4.16 miles)
Brookside B&B (4.47 miles)
Heads Nook Hall (4.51 miles)
Crosby Lodge Country House Hotel (4.77 miles)
Overlooking parkland and the River Eden, Crosby Lodge is the perfect venue. With eleven beautifully designed and appointed en-suite bedrooms.
The deliciously exciting menus of authentic continental cuisine and traditional British fare, will leave you with ... More | visit website
Crown Hotel (5.76 miles)
Standing close to the River Eden in the picturesque village of Wetheral near to Carlisle in North West England, the Crown Hotel provides a peaceful haven for both business and ... More
Bush Nook Cottage (6.14 miles)
Situated in the heart of Hadrian's Wall country, Bush Nook is the perfect venue for a short break with friends or family.
A wonderful area for walking or cycling, you ... More | visit website
Ald Pallyards & Newpallyards (6.55 miles)
New Pallyards is a small farm of 65 acres set in the idyllic countryside of the North East of Cumbria. The accommodation comprises a converted farmhouse and self catering cottages. ... More
Howard Arms Hotel (6.94 miles)
The Hotel is family owned and operated, we offer modern English food in relaxed dining area, with log fires and traditional hospitality. Situated in the quiet Market town of Brampton the hotel offers excellent accommodation, ... More | visit website
Blacksmiths Arms (6.94 miles)
Premier Inn Carlisle Central (7.76 miles)
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