6 miles from Matterdale 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.

9 miles from Matterdale 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.

9 miles from Matterdale Parish

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

9 miles from Matterdale 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.

9 miles from Matterdale Parish

This 15th-century tower, sole surviving part of the manor house of the Wybergh family, was plundered by Jacobites in 1745 before the Battle of Clifton Moor, the last battle fought on English soil.

10 miles from Matterdale Parish

In a picturesque setting beside the crossing of the River Eamont, Brougham Castle was founded in the early 13th century.