Fort Putnam Farm Folly

No. 2875 of 4,428 in the Lake District, No. 896 for history. History, 15.4 km from Glenridding, just outside the Lake District National Park.

A farm folly built in the style of a fort.Written by Claude from the facts on this page (describe-v1, 2026-10-30).

Facts

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Getting there
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Why it ranks here

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Stay nearby

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Blencowe HallGrade I listed, 17 km from Glenridding, just outside the parkHistory and heritage
WoodsideStay, 16 km from Glenridding, just outside the parkCamping

Food and drink nearby

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The Dog Beck18 km from Glenridding, just outside the parkFood and pubs
The Sun Inn18 km from Glenridding, just outside the parkFood and pubs
Crown Inn11 km from GlenriddingFood and pubs
Druid's Arms19 km from Glenridding, just outside the parkFood and pubs

If it rains

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Alhambra19 km from Glenridding, just outside the parkRainy day
Penrith & Eden Musuem19 km from Glenridding, just outside the parkHistory and heritage
Open Air Pool15 km from Glenridding, just outside the parkRainy day
Fell Pony and Countryside Museums14 km from GlenriddingHistory and heritage