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Cartmel Priory and Village

Cartmel, Cumbria

Tel: 015395 36261

The beautiful priory church has stood majestically over this most enchanting Lakeland village for over 800 years. A priory guide can be pre-booked.

Cartmel village, on the banks of the river Ea, has quite a range of old world buildings, friendly inns and well stocked shops and is surrounded by countryside which offers superb views and comprehensive outdoor leisure activities.

www.cartmelvillage.com


Conishead Priory and Buddhist Temple

Priory Road, Ulverston Cumbria LA12 9QQ

Tel: 01229 584029

The priory is a superb example of an early Victorian Gothic Mansion, now home to an international Buddhist centre and unique temple.

There is a one hour guided tour of the house and temple and you can stroll through the grounds and woodlands to Morecambe bay.

A gift shop and cafe is available to visitors.
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Furness Abbey

Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria

Discover one of the richest Cistercian monasteries in England.

Located in a peaceful valley, you can explore the 700 year old red sandstone ruins with a free audio tour and learn the story of the religious community through an informative exhibition.

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