Appleby-in-Westmorland, Administrative center in Westmorland and Furness, England
Description
Appleby-in-Westmorland sits on the banks of the River Eden and functions as the historic administrative center of the region with a castle dating from the 12th century and a cobbled High Street lined with Georgian buildings. The landscape is shaped by the surrounding fells that give the place a rural character.
History
The town received a royal charter in 1179 and its castle was founded in the early 1100s. Later, connections to the Clifford family, especially Lady Anne Clifford, significantly shaped the place's history.
Culture
The Moot Hall with its original Tudor timbers represents how the town has managed its governance over the centuries. The place reflects today how important local decision-making and community matters remain for residents.
Practical
The place lies in hilly terrain and is easy to explore on foot since main sights are clustered close together. Local services are available through the Town Council website if you need information about public matters.
Did you know?
Appleby Grammar School was founded in 1286 and later formally confirmed by Queen Elizabeth. The school educated relatives of George Washington, linking it to early American history.
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Appleby Castle
396 m
St Lawrence's Church, Appleby
440 m
Moot Hall
395 m
Shire Hall
230 m
14, Boroughgate
412 m
Church of St Michael
440 m
8-11, Chapel Street
580 m
5-7, Chapel Street
597 m
27, 28 and 29, Chapel Street
514 m
16-19, Chapel Street
544 m
33 and 34, Chapel Street
493 m
30, 31 and 32, Chapel Street
507 m
20-26, Chapel Street
527 m
Crown and Cushion Hotel
435 m
A'Board Inn
346 m
Tufton Arms Hotel and shop
420 m
6 and 8, Bridge Street
394 m
Eden Bridge Cafe/Shop attached to Eden Bridge Cafe
327 m
St Lawrence's Bridge
336 m
The Golden Ball Hotel
408 m
Caesar's Tower at Appleby Castle
443 mBarn Adjoining Friary Cottage Friary Cottage
610 m
15 and 17, Boroughgate
374 m
Old Brewery
440 m
Courtfield Hotel
524 m
5 and 7, Bridge Street
381 m
23 and 25, Boroughgate
357 m
War Memorial in St Lawrence's Churchyard, Appleby
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