High Borrans is a Village in the county of Cumbria.
High Borrans, nestled in the picturesque Lake District near Windermere, England, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance. This tranquil area, surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery, is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs alike. The region is known for its scenic walking trails that meander through verdant landscapes and offer stunning views of Windermere, the largest natural lake in England. High Borrans is not only a destination for its breathtaking scenery but also for its cultural heritage, highlighted by the nearby remains of a Romano-British settlement. This historic site adds a layer of intrigue to the area, inviting visitors to explore the rich tapestry of England’s past while enjoying the serene beauty of the Lake District. Whether it’s for hiking, sightseeing, or delving into history, High Borrans in Windermere is a captivating destination that promises a memorable experience.
There are great places to visit near High Borrans including some great hills, hiking areas, villages, ancient sites, ruins, old mines, waterfalls, rivers and streams, lakes, woodlands, towns, mountains, castles, historic buildings, historic monuments, caves, bluebell woods, nature reserves, disused railway lines, airports and islands.
Cartmel Fell, White Pike (Seathwaite), The Knott, Broughton Moor, Catbells, Orrest Head, and Haystacks are some of High Borrans best hills to visit near High Borrans.
There are a several good hiking areas in the High Borrans area like Cartmel Fell, Coniston Coppermines Valley, Borrowdale, Styhead Tarn, Troutbeck, Orrest Head, and Wild Boar Fell.
There are a number of villages near High Borrans including Eskdale, Coniston, Seatoller, Troutbeck, High Borrans, Kentmere, and Brigsteer.
There are a number of ancient sites near High Borrans including Hardknott Roman Fort, The Hawk, Sunkenkirk Stone Circle, Castlerigg Stone Circle, High Borrans Romano-British Settlement, Mayburgh Henge, and Gunnerkeld Stone Circle.
The area around High Borrans boasts some of the best ruins including Bonsor East Mine Workings, Bonsor Dressing Floors, Penny Rigg Copper Mill, Appletree Worth, Stephenson Ground Limekiln (ruin), Water Yeat Limekiln (ruin), and Hebblethwaite Hall Gill.
Penny Rigg Quarry Adit, Three Kings Mine, Tilberthwaite Gill Head Waterfall Level, Horse Crag Quarry, Tilberthwaite Deep Level Adit, Cathedral Quarry, and Parrock Quarry are some of High Borrans best old mines to visit near High Borrans.
Waterfalls to visit near High Borrans include Tilberthwaite Gill, Rydal Falls, Hebblethwaite Hall Gill, Styhead Gill Waterfalls, Taylorgill Force, Aira Force, and Hell Gill Force.
There are a several good rivers and streams in the High Borrans area like River Lickle, Appletree Worth Beck, Styhead Gill, Crowdundle Beck, Aira Beck, Hell Gill, and River Kent at Kentmere.
The area around High Borrans features a number of interesting lakes including Tarn Hows, Thirlmere Reservoir, Derwentwater, Styhead Tarn, Windermere, Wastwater, and Ullswater.
The area around High Borrans boasts some of the best woodlands including Broughton Moor, Brigsteer Park, Cow Close Wood, Jeffy Knotts Wood, and Grubbins Wood.
The area around High Borrans boasts some of the best towns including Sedbergh, Bowness On Windermere, Ulverston, Penrith, Kendal, Ambleside, and Kirkby Stephen.
High Borrans's best nearby mountains can be found at Scafell, Blencathra - Hallsfell Top, Skiddaw, Hartsop Dodd, Stony Cove Pike [Caudale Moor], Place Fell, and Wild Boar Fell.
The area around High Borrans features a number of interesting castles including Brough Castle, Lowther Castle, Pendragon Castle, Lammerside Castle, Kendal Castle, Sizergh Castle, and Castlesteads (Lowther).
Don't miss Acorn Bank, Acorn Bank Watermill, Church of St Peter Askham, St Michael’s Church at Lowther, Lowther Mausoleum, Askham Hall, and Smardale Gill Viaduct's historic buildings if visiting the area around High Borrans.
Don't miss Fairy Steps's historic monuments if visiting the area around High Borrans.
Caves to visit near High Borrans include Cathedral Quarry, Fairies Cave, Holy Well Cave, and Buttermere Tunnel.
High Borrans's best nearby bluebell woods can be found at Cow Close Wood, and Jeffy Knotts Wood.
There are a several good nature reserves in the area around High Borrans like Smardale Gill Nature Reserve.
There are a several good disused railway lines in the area around High Borrans like Smardale Gill Nature Reserve.
High Borrans's best nearby airports can be found at Barrow/Walney Island Airport, and Carlisle Lake District Airport.
Piel Island is a great place to visit close to High Borrans if you like islands.
High Borrans History
There are some historic monuments around High Borrans:
