Brampton Old Church stands on a site with a long history, from a Roman fort on the Stanegate to the surviving medieval church and historic graveyard. Visitors can explore the site at their own pace and use the Trust's free self-guided graveyard tour to discover some of the people, memorials and stories connected with Brampton.
Where to find the church
Brampton Old Church
Old Church Lane
Brampton, Cumbria
CA8 2AA
The Old Church is approximately one mile from Brampton town centre.
What you can discover
The Old Church
The surviving church preserves part of a site whose documented ecclesiastical history reaches back to the twelfth century, with medieval memorials surviving inside.
The historic graveyard
The burial ground contains memorials connected with local families, public service, military life, faith, travel and Brampton's wider social history.
A layered historic site
The first proven use of the site was as a Roman fort on the Stanegate. The church and graveyard form part of a place shaped by many centuries of change.
A self-guided tour
The Trust's free eight-page guide follows 15 numbered stops through the graveyard and inside the church, with a map and notes for each stop.
Before you travel
The Trust works to maintain Brampton Old Church and encourage public access. The key to access the church may be obtained from the neighbouring Old Church Farm.
Outdoor surfaces in an old churchyard can be uneven. Please wear suitable footwear, take care around historic stones and leave monuments undisturbed.
If you have a specific accessibility requirement, or questions about parking or visitor facilities, please contact the Trust in advance so you can check the current arrangements before travelling.
Events at the Old Church
Brampton Preservation Trust holds events at the Old Church during the year. The current programme is published on the homepage, with the most up-to-date details available from the Trust.