Penrith Cumbria — Heritage and History

Gillett and Brand clock restored in Cumbria

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May 25, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

Checking the Lowther clock mechanisms. Pic Val Corbett/Lowther Gardens

Work has started to restore a Gillett and Brand clock, as part of the ongoing restoration work to Lowther Castle near Penrith, Cumbria. The … [Read more...]

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Countess Pillar near Penrith

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July 26, 2010 By admin Leave a Comment

Situated by the side of the busy A66 just outside Penrith in Cumbria, is a stone tower known as the Countess Pillar. Standing around 4m tall and … [Read more...]

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Lowther Castle

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September 22, 2008 By admin Leave a Comment

Situated just outside of Penrith in North Cumbria is the now derelict castle at Lowther. The 120 acre, Grade II listed site contains the … [Read more...]

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