6 miles from Dalston Parish

Carlisle Castle was a constantly updated working fortress until well within living memory. Now its rich and varied visitor attractions reflect its long and eventful history.

7 miles from Dalston Parish

Well-preserved 15th-century gatehouse, the sole survivor of a small Benedictine priory. A miniature 'pele-tower' containing two storeys of comfortable rooms, it later became a fortified vicarage.

14 miles from Dalston 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.

15 miles from Dalston Parish

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

15 miles from Dalston Parish

The beautiful and now tranquil setting of Augustinian Lanercost Priory belies an often troubled history.

15 miles from Dalston 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.