English Heritage sites near Wythop Parish

Castlerigg Stone Circle

CASTLERIGG STONE CIRCLE

7 miles from Wythop 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.

Hardknott Roman Fort

HARDKNOTT ROMAN FORT

17 miles from Wythop Parish

This remote and dramatically-sited fort was founded under Hadrian's rule in the 2nd century.Well-marked remains include the headquarters building, commandant's house and bath house.

Ambleside Roman Fort

AMBLESIDE ROMAN FORT

20 miles from Wythop Parish

The well-marked remains of a 2nd-century fort with large granaries, probably built under Hadrian's rule to guard the Roman road from Brougham to Ravenglass and act as a supply base.

Penrith Castle

PENRITH CASTLE

20 miles from Wythop 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.

Mayburgh Henge

MAYBURGH HENGE

20 miles from Wythop Parish

A large and impressive Neolithic henge, much better preserved than neighbouring King Arthur's Round Table.

King Arthur's Round Table

KING ARTHUR'S ROUND TABLE

20 miles from Wythop 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.


No churches found in Wythop Parish


Pubs in Wythop Parish

Pheasant Inn

Bassenthwaite Lake, CA13 9YE
(017687) 76234
inncollectiongroup.com/pheasant-inn

A delightful 500 year old coaching inn, in a wonderful setting, with loads of atmosphere and comfort, it's now an up-market hotel, but one where non-residents and non-diners are very welcome. Polished walls, with antique chairs and settles;...