Castlerigg Stone Circle
Cumberland, England
Stone circle near Keswick in Cumbria, North West England
The experience
About this day out
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. A ring of 38 standing stones, it was probably built around 4,500 years ago, in the late Neolithic period. On select summer dates, weather permitting, volunteers are on site to give short talks and answer questions.
When to go
Opening calendar
Open any reasonable time during daylight hours
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Prices at a glance
- Admission
- Free entry
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Practical details
Facilities & accessibility
At a glance
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- Accessibility
- Uneven surfaces; the ground can be particularly muddy and slippery, so take extra care when moving through and around the stones.
- Parking
- Limited parking is available at the site. Walking from the centre of Keswick takes approximately 30 minutes; visitors are asked to consider using public transport.
- Dogs
- Dogs on leads are welcome; please be aware the site is grazed by sheep.
Getting there
Where you'll find it
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