Rheged Discovery Centre
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Brougham Castle
Overview
With panoramic views over the Eden valley, the 13th century castle has a maze of passages and spiral stairways to explore. The grounds also make it an ideal picnic spot.
Visit the English Heritage website
While here visit the almost next door Brocavum Roman fort.
See the Historic England entry, and Wikipedia entry
What makes it special
- Explore the maze of passages and staircases
- Enjoy a picnic in the grounds by the River Eamont
- Visit the nearby Brocavum Roman fort
Opening Times
Summer - daily 10:00 to 18:00
October to 3rd November - daily 10:00 to 16:00
November to March - weekends 10:00 to 16:00
Price
Member - free
Adult - £5.70 (with Gift Aid £6.30)
Child (5-17 years) - £3.40 (with Gift Aid £3.80)
Concession tool-tip - £5.10 (with Gift Aid £5.70)
Family (2 adults, up to 3 children) - £14.80 (with Gift Aid £16.40)
Hostels nearby
No nearby hostels found.
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