Tucked away in the corner of England that nestles between the Lake District National Park and the Scottish Borderlands, Brampton is a beautiful holiday destination. With a wide choice of comfortable cottages to rent both in town and amongst the surrounding rolling countryside, this attractive Cumbrian market town puts you within easy reach of the North Pennines AONB and Carlisle. Close to Hadrian's Wall, Brampton is a popular choice with walkers and cyclists, as well as those who want to explore the Lakes, Scottish Borders, Solway Coast and even Northumberland. Read more
Wall & Lakes Cottage, Brampton. Ideal for couples, walkers, cyclists & small families. The perfect location for relaxing with historical Hadrian's Wall, beautiful Talkin Tarn, Gelt woods and RSPB Geltsdale nearby. Amazing walks, stunning views and history from your doorstep. The Lake District & Pennine Way are also easily accessible. At the end of a quiet country lane you will find beautiful, Wall & Lakes cottage with its large garden, parking for two and open fields behind. All just a short stroll into the friendly market town of Brampton with its pubs, shops and amenities. Comfortable cosy and clean Wall & Lakes Cottage provides quality and value, sleeps 4 in high quality bedding, large garden, parking, sunny patio and beautiful views. Super king and a king sized bed (splits into two small singles) with cosy high quality bedding. Welcome homely touches such as fresh flowers, beautiful local pictures, soft white towels and a welcome basket.
Come and unwind at Faugh Beeches Cottage, set on a working farm in the tiny Cumbrian hamlet of Faugh, where fields, hedgerows, sheep and pygmy goats are all part of the surroundings. Comfortable and well-equipped for couples and families, the cottage sleeps four, with a king-size bedroom, a flexible twin that can be made into a double, a large enclosed garden and off-road parking. Relax at the cottage and enjoy the quiet rural setting, with plenty of countryside to explore nearby. Despite its rural location, Faugh is just 5 minutes from the A69 and less than 15 minutes from the M6. Brampton, Carlisle and Hadrian’s Wall are nearby, while the Eden Valley, Lake District, Northumberland, Kielder Forest and south-west Scotland are all within easy reach.
Heather Cottage is a spacious three-bedroom holiday home that sleeps six on a working farm in the peaceful Cumbrian countryside, perfect for families and dog owners. Set at Long Byres near Brampton, it offers stunning views of the North Pennines AONB and is close to Talkin Tarn Country Park, Geltsdale RSPB Reserve, and Hadrian’s Wall. With the Lake District, Solway Coast, and Northumberland National Park all within easy reach, it’s ideal for exploring northern England and the Scottish Borders. Comfortably furnished with home-from-home touches, Heather Cottage is within walking distance of a dog-friendly pub and just a few miles from the M6.
A delightful converted chapel providing a great base from which to explore the Lake District, Hadrians Wall and even the Scottish Borders. Located in the pretty peaceful Cumbrian village of Talkin, The Old Chapel is within walking distance of the village pub and close to Talking Tarn with lovely walks, fishing and boating.
"2 Bed Cottage in Nr Brampton" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 twin - 1 bathroom with shower over the bath, separate walk-in shower and WC - Electric oven and...
"Acorns" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The market town of Brampton is the ideal base for exploring Hadrian’s Wall. In the centre of the town is Moot Hall, which was built in 1817, and now houses the Tourist Information Centre, and there is a large motte to the east of the town,...
"4 Alpha Rise" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. On the boundary of Northumberland and Cumbria, Gilsland is a little community with two pubs and a tea room. The Eden Valley, the Scottish Borders, the north Pennines, and even as far south west as the Lake District National Park are all easily...
"Ash Tree Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The market town of Brampton is the ideal base for exploring Hadrian’s Wall. The town boasts a rich and colourful history going back to the Roman occupation, Border reivers from Scotland and the Jacobite uprisings, plus bonnie Prince Charlie...
"11 The Forge" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Brampton is a scattered village in rural Suffolk, ideal for walking and cycling, and with the market towns of Halesworth and Beccles nearby. A short drive and you are at the picturesque heritage coastal town of Southwold, with its unique...
"Farlam Hall Hotel & Restaurant" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria.
"The Howard Arms" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 1 guests in Cumbria.
"Pennine View" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria.
"The Blacksmiths Arms" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 3 guests in Cumbria.
"Beckside Garden Brampton, ideal family cottage close to Hadrians Wall" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria.
"Charlie's Quarters Brampton Self Check-In Rooms" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria.
"Charlie's Quarters Brampton Self Check-In Rooms" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 1 guests in Cumbria.
"2 Bed Cottage in Brampton" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 twin - 2 en-suite shower rooms with WCs, 1 cloakroom WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave,...
"The Hayloft" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Ideally placed for exploring northern Cumbria, the hamlet of Milton is close to all of the region's most popular attractions including Hadrians Wall, the Solway Firth coast and the Lake District National Park. The nearby market town of Brampton...
"Tarn End Cottages 5" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The charming town of Brampton, in Cumbria is stepped in history with its previous Roman occupation and Hadrian's Wall. The centre of the market town hosts the 1817 Moot Hall and a motte to the east of the town, a 135 feet high building...
"1 Alpha Rise" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 7 guests in Cumbria. Gilsland is a small village with a country inn and most of its houses in Northumberland, but the edges spill over into Cumbria. It is situated on Hadrian's Wall and is ideal for exploring the north Pennines, Eden Valley, the Scottish Borders...
"The Courtyard Apartment" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria.
"The Old Gables" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria.
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Off the Well-Trodden Tourist Trail - Although Brampton is within easy reach of popular attractions and beautiful sights, it is off the well-trodden Lake District Tourist Trail, giving visitors all of the benefits without having to share them with millions of annual visitors. Carlisle is just ten miles away, while the Northumberland National Park and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) are even closer, and the Solway Coast AONB takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The Lake District National Park is an hour’s drive, and direct trains link Brampton to both Newcastle and Carlisle. It couldn’t be easier to get around.
If These Stones Could Talk - The border between England and Scotland was ferociously protected on both sides over the centuries. The area around Brampton is rich with Roman ruins the most famous of which, Hadrian’s Wall, is only two miles away. Even the most jaded visitor can’t help but feel excited and somewhat humbled by the age and history of places like Banks Turrett and the Birdoswald Roman Fort. It is obvious when walking along the stretch of wall at Willowford that it is not as tall as it once was. After the Romans left and the wall was no longer necessary, stones were taken and repurposed by local farms and builders, further embedding the wall into the foundations of the area.
Another place of historical interest in Brampton is Lanercost Priory, built by Henry II and left in ruins by Henry VIII, but still beautiful. Thankfully, St Martin’s Church is still standing and boasts spectacular stained glass windows. Be sure to stop by Moot Hall, the quirky octagonal building in town that now houses the Tourist Information Centre.
Tasty Food & Drink - The fertile Cumbrian landscape produces some of the nation’s best food. The hardy-looking sheep seen in the fields end up in a variety of local dishes, with the hogget (sheep aged between one and two years) being a particular delicacy. The spiral-shaped Cumberland sausage is traditionally pork with a lovely warm peppery kick, and you can finish your meal with sticky toffee pudding, the recipe of which originated in the Cumbrian town of Ullswater. There is an annual Foodies Fest in Carlisle at the end of July, and regular farmers’ markets run on the last Saturday of the month outside Moot Hall in Brampton. In between times, the area’s wealth of farm shops and delis will keep even the hungriest gastronome satisfied with local delicacies.
A Spectacular Landscape - While it’s true that you can enjoy the scenery from the comfort of the car or train, some sights are only accessible on foot or by mountain bike. Brampton has no shortage of footpaths with visitors being able to stroll through Talkin Tarn Country Park, Gelt Woods and the RSPB Nature Reserve. The Brampton Valley Way is a traffic-free footpath and cycle path stretching between Market Harborough and Northampton, and there are excellent cycling trails in Kielder Forest, through the Pennines and on the Coast to Coast Cycle Way.
Memorable Attractions - As well as the notable attractions along Hadrian’s Wall, visitors can walk around Vindolanda Roman Fort and Museum or Thirwall Castle, which is almost modern in comparison to its Roman counterparts. Places like Carlisle Racecourse and the Solway Aviation Museum offer alternative days out, with local amenities including cinemas, shops, swimming and specialist museums.
Once fiercely contested border country, Brampton is now a peaceful and relaxing spot for a holiday all year round.
