Wetheral Woods - Hidden Natures and Histories
Join us at Wetheral Woods for a unique guided walk as part of our 'Hidden Nature & Histories' series here in North Cumbria. Join our ranger and explore and learn more about one of our hidden gems, a special place a little bit off the beaten track.
Walk the ancient Woodlands of Wetheral. Journey back to the Medieval Period and beyond.
Situated on the bank of River Eden are three rock cut chambers of 14th century in date. The caves are called St.Constantine's Cell and known locally as Wetheral Safeguard. They were used as a place for concealment or safety, particularly during the Scottish incursions. But questions remain...
Did the Romans in-fact make them when quarrying the local sandstone?
What of the Polissar, the "Polishing Block" block nearby, did Stone Age Man sharpen spear and axe here 6000 years ago?
Please note:
- Exact meeting point will be emailed to ticket-holders nearer the time.
- Please bring suitable outdoor footwear and clothing suitable for the forecasted weather conditions.
- Wetheral Woods has paths that at uneven, with some loose and steep sections. Please email our team on ullswater@nationaltrust.org.uk if you have any access queries.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Join us at Wetheral Woods for a unique guided walk as part of our 'Hidden Nature & Histories' series here in North Cumbria. Join our ranger and explore and learn more about one of our hidden gems, a special place a little bit off the beaten track.
Walk the ancient Woodlands of Wetheral. Journey back to the Medieval Period and beyond.
Situated on the bank of River Eden are three rock cut chambers of 14th century in date. The caves are called St.Constantine's Cell and known locally as Wetheral Safeguard. They were used as a place for concealment or safety, particularly during the Scottish incursions. But questions remain...
Did the Romans in-fact make them when quarrying the local sandstone?
What of the Polissar, the "Polishing Block" block nearby, did Stone Age Man sharpen spear and axe here 6000 years ago?
Please note:
- Exact meeting point will be emailed to ticket-holders nearer the time.
- Please bring suitable outdoor footwear and clothing suitable for the forecasted weather conditions.
- Wetheral Woods has paths that at uneven, with some loose and steep sections. Please email our team on ullswater@nationaltrust.org.uk if you have any access queries.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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