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Shap, United Kingdom
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About Shap

Established as a market town in the 17th century, Shap is a small village along the Coast to Coast Walk that traverses Northern England. It’s renowned for its pink granite that has been used in the construction of buildings across the country, including St Paul’s Cathedral in London.

Overlooking the banks of the River Lowther are the 12th-century remains of Shap Abbey, with its impressive tower and building plan still visible today. Since being closed during the 16th-century Dissolution of the Monasteries, much of its stonework was used to build nearby Lowther Castle or incorporated into local farmhouses.

A walking trail leads from Shap Abbey to the Keld Chapel, a 16th-century house of worship operated by the National Trust. Originally built as a chantry for the abbey, it has served as a cottage and a meeting house throughout its history. Several wooden pews and information panels occupy its rustic stone interior.

Getting there

Shap is around 30 minutes’ drive from Kendal and 40 minutes from Carlisle while Manchester Airport is 1.5 hours away. Buses are the main means of getting to Shap and the village is small enough to explore on foot.

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    One of the most popular hotels in Shap is Kidsty Cottage, which has been reviewed by 29 users and currently has a rating of 8.6/10.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting England?

    In addition to Shap, travellers opt to visit London when visiting England. Blackpool is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in Shap?

    In total, there are 14 hotels to choose from in Shap, compared to 218,663 properties in England.

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