Brougham in Cumbria, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)

The Castle of Robert de Vieuxpont

Brougham Castle

Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 11, 2024

1. The Castle of Robert de Vieuxpont Marker

Inscription. This illustration shows the castle as it may have appeared in the early 19th century. The great windows in the keep are closed with wooden shutters to keep out the cold, and at the top flies the flag of Robert de Vieuxpont, Lord of Brougham. Men in winter coats and boots are gathering firewood, and two of the castle's guards hurry to the gatehouse at the arrival of some knights on horseback.

At this time, the stone keep, built by Robert de Vieuxpont, was only three storeys high and surrounded by a timber palisade. The timber gatehouse was the original entrance to the castle and led out across a ditch to what was once the Roman fort. The gatehouse and palisade were later rebuilt in stone.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles.

Location. 54° 39.249′ N, 2° 43.148′ W. Marker is in Brougham, England, in Cumbria. It can be reached from Regional Route 71. The marker is found within the remains of the castle. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Regional Route 71, Brougham, England CA10 2AA, United Kingdom.

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Regionally, this marker is in North West England.

It is also in British Border Reivers Country.

Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean,

in the North Atlantic Region,

in Europe,

in Atlantic Europe,

on one of the British Isles,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 kilometers of this marker, measured as the crow flies: The Keep in the 14th Century (a few steps from this marker); A Bustling Market Town (approx. 2.4 kilometers away); St Andrew's Churchyard (approx. 2.4 kilometers away); Great Dockray (approx. 2.4 kilometers away); The Board & Elbow (approx. 2.4 kilometers away); A Long Tradition (approx. 2.4 kilometers away); Sign of the Times (approx. 2.5 kilometers away); Penrith Castle (approx. 2.6 kilometers away).

Also see . . . Brougham Castle (English Heritage).

Excerpt: In a picturesque setting beside the crossing of the River Eamont in Cumbria, Brougham Castle was founded in the early 13th century. This great keep largely survives, amid many later buildings
Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 11, 2024

2. Brougham Castle
- including the unusual double gatehouse and impressive 'Tower of League'.

Both a formidable barrier against Scots invaders and a prestigious residence, the castle welcomed Edward I in 1300. A complex of passages and spiral stairways makes Brougham a fascinating castle to explore, as well as an ideal picnic setting for a family day out. Don't forget to head up to the top of the keep to enjoy panoramic views over the Eden Valley.

(Submitted on May 14, 2024.)

Brougham Castle image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 11, 2024

3. Brougham Castle

circa 1905

4. Brougham Castle

Credits. This page was last revised on May 14, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 14, 2024, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 186 times since then and 28 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 14, 2024, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. 4. submitted on May 14, 2024. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.

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