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Market town in Cumbria, England
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Appleby-in-Westmorland is a small town in Cumbria, North West England. It is famous today for the annual Horse Fair in June but is quietly picturesque for the rest of the year.
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Homes for 13 widows which are still occupied, but the chapel may be visited.
The church dates from 1150, was damaged by Scots in 1388, and rebuilt by Lady Clifford in 1655.
A designated Site of Special Scientific Interest, partly due to the diversity of wildlife. It is good for bird-watching and fishing.
Daily tours are available for this 12th-century castle, which is a private home. Advance booking required.
Victorian cod-castle, but there's nothing make-believe about the quality and comfort of this upscale country hotel.
Large self-catering holiday let in a former upscale small hotel. in a Victorian country house. The hall sleeps 15 and house sleeps 8.
From east side of England leave A1 at Scotch Corner and follow A66 west. From west side, quickest is to follow M6 to Penrith then A66 east. A rural short-cut is to leave M6 at Tebay and follow B6260.
Read in the guidePublic transport is scarce. There are occasional buses each day between Kirkby Stephen and Penrith but own transport is necessary to see the area properly.
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