Gosforth Cross

No. 39 of 4,428 in the Lake District, No. 35 for history. History, 27.8 km from Keswick.

Gosforth Cross
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An archaeological site at Gosforth, marked by a standing cross.Written by Claude from the facts on this page (describe-v1, 2026-10-30).

Facts

Website
Www.gosforthshow.co.ukOverture Maps Foundation, Places, checked 2026-10-29
Best months
Any time of yearoffyougo rules
Getting there
Directions in Google Mapswhat3words addressOpen in OpenStreetMap

Why it ranks here

Score 0.79 for any trip, from the same formula as every place.

Stay nearby

Within 8 km, best first
The Old Post Office CampsiteStay, 20 km from ConistonCamping
Shepherd's Views HolidaysStay, 25 km from Coniston, just outside the parkCamping
Parkgate FarmStay, 19 km from ConistonCamping
Church Stile Farm And Holiday ParkStay, 24 km from KeswickCamping

Food and drink nearby

Within 8 km, best first
Ratty Arms22 km from ConistonFood and pubs
Gosforth Hall InnGrade II* listed, 28 km from KeswickFood and pubs
The Herdie Hut32 km from Keswick, just outside the parkFood and pubs
Salt Fish and Chips32 km from Keswick, just outside the parkFood and pubs

If it rains

Within 8 km, best first
Ravenglass Railway Museum22 km from ConistonHistory and heritage
Seascale Sports Hall32 km from Keswick, just outside the parkRainy day
Seascale Tennis club32 km from Keswick, just outside the parkRainy day
Seascale Golf Club32 km from Keswick, just outside the parkRainy day