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
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.
In the perfect location, Historical Hadrian's Wall, stunningly beautiful Talkin Tarn and Gelt woods nearby. Amazing walks and cycleways all on your doorstep. With the Lake District National Park, Dumfries and Galloway Coast and so much more easily accessible. At the end of a quiet country lane you will find beautiful, Wall and Lakes cottage with its large garden, parking for two vehicles and open fields behind. All just a short stroll into the friendly market town of Brampton with its pubs, shops and amenities. As you walk up to the bungalow there are 7 steps with a study handrail up to the front door and a side entrance with 4 steps and handrail.
"High Rigg Shepherd's Sunrise" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Little Corby Hill, tucked away on the outskirts of Carlisle, is a charming little community. The Otter Inn pub (dog friendly), butchers, Co-op, Sally's tea room, and doctor's practise are all located in this quaint Cumbrian community, so you'll...
"Stanley Barn" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. Brampton is a small market town within the City of Carlisle district of Cumbria. The town is close to the historical landmark of Hadrian’s Wall and the town itself plays host to a varied history dating back to the Roman occupation. Here, you...
"Stable Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The charming village of Hallbankgate is located on the northern border of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Hallbankgate, once a community of coal and lead miners and the location of the illustrious Lord Carlisle's railway,...
"Tarn End Cottages 8" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Brampton is a market town resting in northern Cumbria, just north of the North Pennines aonb. Offering a fantastic base for exploring the likes of Hadrian's Wall, the Scottish Borders, Carlisle and the Northumberland National Park, Brampton has...
"High Rigg Shepherd's Hideaway" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Brampton is a market town resting on the outskirts of Carlisle, offering a great base for exploring Hadrian’s Wall. The town boasts rich and colourful history, dating back to the Roman occupation, Border raiders from Scotland and the Jacobite...
"High Rigg Woodland Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The unspoilt rural village of Brampton is ideally placed for exploring the Eden Valley, Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. The village has a pub, which serves good food, and is just two miles from the historic town of Appleby. With the...
"2 Old Row" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Nicknamed the centre of Britain, due to its geographical position in the exact centre of the country, is Haltwhilstle. The town hosts its own walking festival, with 22 circular walks through historic countryside bordering the town, while...
"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Cumbria. Situated in Brampton, close to the shops, cafes and takeaways, there is a a farm shop with local produce and a farmer's market once a month. You can access walks to Talkin Tarn with a tearoom located on the lake and boat hire. Go to the Gelt...
"Herdwick Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Cumbria. Brampton is the ideal location from which to explore Hadrian's Wall. The town's history dates back to the Roman occupation, Border reivers from Scotland, and the Jacobite uprisings. Additionally, Bonnie Prince Charlie established his...
"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...
"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. This beautiful property is situated within 25 metres of Talkin Tarn, where a tearoom, boat hire, great walks and bike routes provide many opportunities for adventure. The village pub is less than a mile away for relaxed meals out. The historic...
"11 The Forge" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Brampton is a vibrant market town surrounded by the historic Hadrian's Wall, steeped in Scottish history, home to an ancient Moot Hall, a statue of the 7th Earl of Carlisle, an abundance of shopping, pubs, restaurants, takeaways and a local...
"3 Tindale Terrace" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The charming village of Hallbankgate is located on the northern border of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Hallbankgate, once a community of coal and lead miners and the location of the illustrious Lord Carlisle's railway,...
"Tarn End Cottages 12" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Resting in the ideal location for touring northern Cumbria, Brampton is a bustling market town offering a rich and colourful history as well as plenty of amenities. Enjoying a part in the exploits of Romans, Jacobite uprisings and even Prince...
"The Dairy" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Milton is a small rural village, which is perfectly placed to visit Hadrian's Wall and the Lake District National Park. Just two miles away is the market town of Brampton, and close by is the Talkin Tarn Country Park, which is well worth a...
"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Cumbria. Nestled in the stunning South Tyne Valley with glorious views of the nearby hills, Snope Cleugh School House is perfectly placed for families and friends looking to explore the best Cumbria and Northumberland have to offer. Visit nearby Alston...
"Stoneybeck" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Cumbria. Haltwhistle is a little market town and excellent base for exploring both Northumberland and Cumbria. There is a nice selection of stores and bars, one of which, The Black Bull, serves great ale and great food! In the town, there is a fantastic...
"High Rigg Woodland Cottage, Brampton" is a 0 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 0 guests in Cumbria.
"The Howard Arms" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria.
"The Blacksmiths Arms" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria.
"Dove Cottage, Brampton" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria.
"The Stable, Brampton" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria.
"Rivers Rest" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Broadland.
"Brampton Holiday Homes - The Mews Apartment" 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.
