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Welcome to our page of information, attractions and places of interest around Shap. The Shap hotels listed below are either in the town or we have given a rough guide as to how far they are from Shap. From Shap you can explore the beautiful Lake District National Park in the county of Cumbria, the largest English National Park, with spectacular mountain scenery, forest trails and lakeside paths around the 16 major lakes. We hope you enjoy your stay and find your ideal accommodation. Shap is situated in a beautiful valley in the Shap Fells, yet close to the M6 motorway. It consists mainly of a double row of stone cottages and old coaching inns. Once markets traded here in fleece and a 1690 Market House still survives. South of the village are the Shap quarries. The best stone was used in the building of the Albert Memorial and St Pancras Station. The area around Shap provides walkers with miles of field and moorland tracks to the high fell walks. Three stone circles are found closeby. The remains of the 12th century Abbey of St. Mary can be seen against the skyline. Also see Shap.

Visitor attractions and information for Shap

	Brougham Castle, Penrith Tel: 01768 862488 - The ruins of this 13th century fortress stand on the banks of the River Eamont. The castle was restored by Lady Anne Clifford in the 17th century and overlaps the site of a Roman fort. About 8 miles north of Shap.
	Westmorland Motor Museum, Rellandsgate, Kings Meaburn, Penrith, Cumbria CA10 3BT Tel: 01931 714 624. The Museum is between Penrith and Appleby, south of the A66. Restored and unrestored trucks and a collection of Automobilia. About 8 miles from Shap .
	Keld Chapel is a tiny 16th-century Chapel near Shap (access at all times; key in village, see notice on chapel door). It is one of the National Trust's more remote religious sites. About 2 miles from Shap .
	Acorn Bank Garden & Watermill, Temple Sowerby, nr Penrith, Cumbria CA10 1SP Tel: 017683 61893 - Delightful sheltered garden, renowned for its herbs and orchards growing old English fruit varieties, a National Trust property. About 9 miles from Shap.
	The Horse Fair, Appleby-in-Westmorland. An annual event where every June, the Romany families of Europe – many in colourful, horse-drawn caravans – converge on nearby Gallow's Hill for this world-famous, week-long event. The fair began in 1685 when a charter was granted by James II. For many centuries, sheep and cattle were also sold at Appleby. The horses are washed in the River Eden before being shown off to prospective buyers. About 9 miles from Shap.
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Shap Wells Hotel Shap Penrith Cumbria, CA10 3QU	Shap Hotel. Located in the Lake District between Penrith and Kendal, just 3 minutes from the M6 motorway. Set in some of the finest breathtaking scenery, Shap Wells Hotel is ideally situated. Explore the English Lakes, Yorkshire Dales, North Pennines and the Scottish Borders. Shap Wells has extensive lounges with bar facilities, one of which, the Riverside Lounge, overlooks the River Birkbeck and fells...

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Appleby Manor Country House Hotel Roman Rd Appleby In Westmorland Cumbria CA16 6JB (approx 7 miles from Shap)	Hotel near Shap. In Appleby, between Brough and Penrith. A true country house surrounded and protected by magnificent mountains and fells of the Lake District and North Pennines Set in half a million acres of some of the loveliest countryside in England. Open log fires, a fine selection of wines and whiskys, together with an award winning restaurant, excellent bedrooms and superb views over the Eden Valley...
Temple Sowerby House Hotel Temple Sowerby Penrith Cumbria CA10 1RZ (approx 7 miles from Shap)	Hotel near Shap. Less than 10 minutes from the M6. Situated in the Eden Valley, our hotel is one of the most relaxing award-winning country house hotels in Cumbria. With so much to do within easy reach, Temple Sowerby is an ideal base for touring the region. Elegant rooms, discreet service, AA 2 Rosette food and personal attention. 12 comfortable and stylish bedrooms, many featuring ultra modern bathrooms. Superior and deluxe rooms include spa baths and hydromassage showers....
Westmorland Hotel Orton Nr Penrith Cumbria CA10 3SB (approx 5 miles from Shap)	Hotel near Shap. Just a one minute drive from the M6 (between J38 and J39) via the award winning Tebay Services. An award-winning hotel on the outskirts of the Lake District. You will be welcomed by an open log fire and the Bretherdale restaurant has an AA rosette. The hotel offers en suite bedrooms with luxurious bathrooms and contemporary design using natural materials. Also there are 6 flexible meeting rooms with natural daylight for 2-120 delegates. The AA rosette award winning restaurant serves delicious menus......
Westmorland Hotel Orton Penrith Cumbria CA10 3SB (approx 5 miles from Shap)	Hotel near Shap. Just moments from the M6, halfway between Windermere and Keswick (Lake District). The hotel is situated in the heart of the Cumbrian Mountains, with breath-taking views over the moors. Indulge yourself and let the friendly staff take care of you in the award winning Bretherdale Restaurant. The hotel boasts spacious rooms, an award-winning restaurant and a lounge with log fire...
Appleby Manor Country House Hotel Roman Road Appleby-in-Westmorland Cumbria CA16 6JB (approx 7 miles from Shap)	Hotel near Shap. Nearest Rail APPLEBY 0.5 miles. Situated just a short distance from the Lake District, the North Pennines and the North Yorkshire Dales, this charming country house hotel is set in its own grounds overlooking Appleby Castle. It has a 2 AA Rosette award-winning restaurant, with a fine selection of wines and malt whiskey. There is also a leisure centre comprising of a small pool, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi.....

	For hotels accommodation in other areas near to Shap Cumbria see Kendal hotels Windermere hotels & Penrith hotels. Shap - Local Information. St Michael's Church 01931 716119 - Shap Heated Open Air Swimming Pool - Anderson News 01931 716450 - Shap Library 01931 716644 - Shap Parish Council 01931 716743 - Please use links below for attractions in this area Telephoning Shap from abroad - To dial a number in Shap from outside the UK: dial the International Access Code of the country you are calling from - follow that by the Country Code for the country you are calling to (44 for the UK) - dial the local area code omitting the initial ‘0’ e.g. for London 020 becomes 20 - dial the phone number of the person you want to call in Shap

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