Bew Castle

Heritage Site in Cumberland Carlisle

England

Bew Castle

St Cuthbert's Church and cross at Bewcastle View from the south. — St Cuthbert's Church and cross at Bewcastle Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Bew Castle is a historic site located in the county of Cumberland, England. Situated near the village of Longtown, the castle stands on a hill overlooking the Scottish border. It holds significant historical and architectural value, making it a popular heritage site for visitors.

The castle was built in the late 13th century by Sir Walter de Beaufoy, a knight who served under Edward I of England. Its primary purpose was to serve as a defensive stronghold against Scottish invasions during the turbulent medieval period. The castle's strategic location allowed it to control access to the western border of England.

Bew Castle features a rectangular design with strong stone walls and defensive towers. The structure was built using local red sandstone, which gives it a distinct appearance. Despite its age, much of the castle remains intact, allowing visitors to explore its various chambers and walk along the battlements.

Over the centuries, Bew Castle witnessed several conflicts and sieges. It played a significant role in the Anglo-Scottish wars and was attacked multiple times. However, it managed to withstand these assaults, demonstrating its architectural strength. The castle was gradually abandoned in the 17th century and fell into ruin.

Today, Bew Castle is a protected heritage site managed by English Heritage. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of the castle, learning about its history and the lives of the people who once inhabited it. The site offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside, making it a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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Bew Castle Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.063/-2.682 or Grid Reference NY5674. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Cuthbert's Church and cross at Bewcastle View from the south.

St Cuthbert's Church and cross at Bewcastle

View from the south.

Bewcastle Cross Southern and eastern faces of the cross.

Bewcastle Cross

Southern and eastern faces of the cross.

Bew Castle View from south west <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015728" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015728">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

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View from south west Link

Roman fort at Bewcastle The south western ramparts of an unusually shaped hexagonal Roman fort <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015728" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1015728">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Roman fort at Bewcastle

The south western ramparts of an unusually shaped hexagonal Roman fort Link

On a track near Crossgreens This track links Crossgreens, Bewcastle with Spadeadam Forest crossing rather bleak grazing moorland for the most part.

This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21.

On a track near Crossgreens

This track links Crossgreens, Bewcastle with Spadeadam Forest crossing rather bleak grazing moorland for the most part. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21.

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Grazings at The Pike Uplands illuminated by November morning sun.

This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21.

Grazings at The Pike

Uplands illuminated by November morning sun. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21.

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A track on Grey Hill A rough track linking Crossgreens with the Spadeadam Forest.

This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21.

A track on Grey Hill

A rough track linking Crossgreens with the Spadeadam Forest. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21.

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Hawthorn on the bend An old weather-beaten Hawthorn tree on the track between Crossgreens and Spadeadam Forest.

This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21.

Hawthorn on the bend

An old weather-beaten Hawthorn tree on the track between Crossgreens and Spadeadam Forest. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21.

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Bew Castle The remains viewed from St Cuthberts

Bew Castle

The remains viewed from St Cuthberts

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St Cuthbert's Church The ancient church at Bewcastle is one of many dedicated to St Cuthbert. To the right (south) of the church is a richly carved cross-shaft.

St Cuthbert's Church

The ancient church at Bewcastle is one of many dedicated to St Cuthbert. To the right (south) of the church is a richly carved cross-shaft.

Bewcastle Cross This is the cross-shaft from the south-east, showing the carvings on the south and east faces of the shaft.

Bewcastle Cross

This is the cross-shaft from the south-east, showing the carvings on the south and east faces of the shaft.

Bewcastle Cross The cross-shaft from the north-west, showing the carvings on the north and west faces.

Bewcastle Cross

The cross-shaft from the north-west, showing the carvings on the north and west faces.

Bew Castle The ruined walls of what must have been a very forbidding fortress in its day.

Bew Castle

The ruined walls of what must have been a very forbidding fortress in its day.

St Cuthbert's Church, Bewcastle - March 2016 (1) The west end of the Church viewed from the entrance gate.

St Cuthbert's Church, Bewcastle - March 2016 (1)

The west end of the Church viewed from the entrance gate.

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St Cuthbert's Church, Bewcastle - March 2016 (2) The west and south faces. The Bewcastle Cross can be seen on the right.

Similar views may be found: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4782578">NY5674 : St Cuthbert's Church</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1945242">NY5674 : Bewcastle Church</a> .

St Cuthbert's Church, Bewcastle - March 2016 (2)

The west and south faces. The Bewcastle Cross can be seen on the right. Similar views may be found: NY5674 : St Cuthbert's Church and NY5674 : Bewcastle Church .

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St Cuthbert's Church, Bewcastle - March 2016 (3) The north face. A similar view may be found: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/239627">NY5674 : Saint Cuthbert's Church, Bewcastle</a> .

St Cuthbert's Church, Bewcastle - March 2016 (3)

The north face. A similar view may be found: NY5674 : Saint Cuthbert's Church, Bewcastle .

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St Cuthbert's Church, Bewcastle - March 2016 (4) Interior looking down the nave to the millennium/centenary east window. A similar view may be found: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1833378">NY5674 : St. Cuthbert's Church Bewcastle - east end</a> with an east window detail at: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1833387">NY5674 : St. Cuthbert's Church Bewcastle - stained glass window (east end)</a> .

St Cuthbert's Church, Bewcastle - March 2016 (4)

Interior looking down the nave to the millennium/centenary east window. A similar view may be found: NY5674 : St. Cuthbert's Church Bewcastle - east end with an east window detail at: NY5674 : St. Cuthbert's Church Bewcastle - stained glass window (east end) .

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St Cuthbert's Church, Bewcastle - March 2016 (5) Left (north) side of the altar. The wooden plaque is No&#039;s 1-4 of the Ten Commandments while the stone memorial marks the burial place of Rev Matthew Soulby, Rector of St Cuthbert&#039;s who died 28 September 1737.

St Cuthbert's Church, Bewcastle - March 2016 (5)

Left (north) side of the altar. The wooden plaque is No's 1-4 of the Ten Commandments while the stone memorial marks the burial place of Rev Matthew Soulby, Rector of St Cuthbert's who died 28 September 1737.

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Bew Castle is located at Grid Ref: NY5674 (Lat: 55.063, Lng: -2.682)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Carlisle

Police Authority: Cumbria

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