6 miles from Kirkby Thore Parish

A monument erected in 1656 by Lady Anne Clifford of nearby Brougham Castle, to commemorate her final parting here from her mother.

7 miles from Kirkby Thore Parish

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

7 miles from Kirkby Thore 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.

7 miles from Kirkby Thore 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.

8 miles from Kirkby Thore Parish

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

8 miles from Kirkby Thore 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.