Castlerigg Stone Circle

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.

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  • Website

    english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/castlerigg-stone-circle

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  • Type

    Historic and Protected Site

Address

Castle Ln Cumbria CA1 2 4 United Kingdom

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stone scenic views fresh air lakes mountains
Dalton Boatman

The earlier the better, less people means more opportunity to enjoy these stones . There’s a good amount of parking space on the long road the runs along.

Vivi Wiguna

Very beautiful place and the air was so fresh, surrounding by snowy top mountain . Great place to walk and play with kids and dogs.

Matthew Wilcoxson

Don't climb on the rocks or you'll risk some busy body telling you to get off. On second thoughts, climb on the rocks. Go with the experience and enjoy!

Andrew Foster

Try and time your visit for sunset . The shadows add loads of atmosphere to an already stunning location.

Carl Griffin

Huge stone circle with an absolutely stunning backdrop. A must visit when in the lakes .

Lester Kan

Just stones and the view , nothing much to see. The ground gets muddy with patches of water when wet. Should take your wellies with you.

Neeta Chitre-King

Beautiful views ... great photo-ops ????????

Chris Only

Don't be a dick and climb on the stones . It's a 4500 year old ancient monument after all.

Ksenia

That's a long walk to see a lot of sheep.

Steve Gregory

Come first thing if you wanna get in some nice shots without loads of idiot kids .... TBH, unless you come EARLY then don't bother.

Sara.ss

stunning views

Niño Demuria

Interesting place.

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