Synopsis
The first walking guide based on Lakeland churches: 30 circular walks from 3-1/2 to 12 miles, based on over 50 noteworthy churches; Easy-to-follow instructions with cross-referenced maps - ideal both for those who wish to complete the full walk or those who prefer to visit the church and have a short stroll; Detailed descriptions of a variety of landscapes with forests, valleys and coastlines; A superb selection of churches open to visitors, complete with photographs; Insight into our cultural and artistic heritage - fine examples of stained glass, Viking tombstones, ancient crosses, medieval fonts, wood carvings and sculptures old and new; Brings to life the impact of famous people, patrons and personalities like Wordsworth, Ruskin, the Dacres, Lady Anne Clifford, the Beauty of Buttermere and even Tarzan! Opportunities to encounter solitude and spirituality, and relive the stories and legends of monks and saints, including Ninian, Kentigern, Herbert, Cuthbert and Bega
From the Author
I'm delighted that this book has already proved to be so popular. What has really delighted me is that many people have found this useful not only a walking guide but also an excellent reference to church and social history. People are using this as a work of reference for armchair walks or visits by car to explore some of the fascinating things John Laidler and I have discovered about Cumbria's churches. We are sure that the companion volume Northumbria Church Walks will receive equal aclaim.