Here you will find historic properties ranging from town houses associated with literary or other historic figures, watermills, industrial heritage buildings, townhouses, and more. You might also like to view our list of the major historic houses (stately homes) in the Lake District region.
At Acorn Bank near Temple Sowerby, the National Trust operates a water mill dating back to 1597. Surrounding the mill is a superb walled garden notable for its profusion of spring blooms, especially daffodils and wood anemones, plus a sunken garden, and a world-famous collection of culinary and medicinal herbs. Historic Property: A partially restored watermill dating back to 1597 is featured in this sheltered garden surrounded by ancient oaks.
Temple Sowerby,
Penrith,
Cumbria,
England, CA10 1SP
The Bewcastle Cross is a superbly carved late 7th or early 8th century cross shaft, standing in the churchyard of a remote Cumbrian hamlet. The beautifully crafted decoration on the cross is probably the finest example of pre-Norman carving in England, and bears comparison to the superb Ruthwell Cross, across the border in Dumfries and Galloway.
Bewcastle,
Cumbria,
England
A striking Arts and Crafts house overlooking Lake Windermere, finished by architect MH Baillie Scott in 1900. Blackwell is one of the best surviving unaltered examples of the Arts and Craft style buildings in England.
Bowness-on-Windermere,
Lake District,
Cumbria,
England, LA23 3JT
A 15th century three-arch bridge built by the monks of nearby Furness Abbey across Mill Beck for the purpose of accessing New Mill, a watermill belonging to the abbey, which once stood on the south west bank of the beck. The bridge stands on an old packhorse route to the abbey.
Broughton-in-Furness,
Cumbria,
England
This beautifully situated house was the home of influential Victorian poet, artist, writer, and critic John Ruskin from 1872 until his death in 1900. Brantwood is filled with Ruskin's personal effects, drawings, watercolours, and furniture. more...
Coniston,
Lake District,
Cumbria,
England, LA21 8AD
Clifton Hall is a 15th century pele tower, or fortified house, located in a small village south of Penrith. The pele is the only remaining part of a much larger manor owned by the Wybergh family. The tower was ransacked by Jacobite soldiers on the eve of the Battle of Clifton Moor in 1745, the last battle fought on British soil.
Clifton,
Cumbria,
England
Of all the visitors who come to the Derwentwater area, few realize that a historic house lurks in isolated splendour in the middle of the lake. Derwent Island House is an historic 18th century house, standing on a small wooded isle in the centre of the lake.
Derwent Island, Lake Road Keswick,
Cumbria,
England, CA12 5DJ
Wordworth's best years were spent in this delightfully well-preserved cottage by the shores of Grasmere. Excellent guided tours are available, and the museum is replete with memorabilia, portraits, and writings by the famous poet. There are special exhibitions throughout the year. Museum: Wordworth's best years were spent in this delightfully well-preserved cottage by the shores of Grasmere. Excellent guided tours, and the museum is replete with memorabilia, portraits, and writings by the famous poet. There are special exhibitions throughout the year. more...
Grasmere,
Cumbria,
England, LA22 9SH
Hawkshead Grammar School is an attractive Elizabethan school built by the Archbishop of York, Edwin Sandys. The most famous pupil of the school was poet William Wordsworth, who attended here with his brother, John. The school houses displays oon Wordsworth and other pupils and shows how the students were taught in days gone by. more...
Hawkshead,
Lake District,
Cumbria,
England, LA22 0NT
A small 15th century building which once formed part of Hawkshead Hall, owned by the powerful monks of Furness Abbey. The building consists of a gateway arch, with a room above the arch where court proceedings were held. The building is supported by a long, sloping buttress. more...
Hawkshead,
Lake District,
Cumbria,
England, LA22 0NN
Attraction Type: Historic Property Location: Located 1/4 mile up the Hawkshead to Ambleside road. Park in Hawkshead, and get the key from the National Trust shop if you want to view the interior. Location
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Set in 22 acres of landscaped gardens and natural woodlands near Ullswater in the glorious Lake District countryside. The estate, which is over 200 years old, was once the private residence of a local family and now combines the grace of a bygone age with modern facilities. The award-winning Regency … more >>
