St Constantine'S Cells

St Constantine's Cells are early medieval cave dwellings located high in the cliff face above the River Eden, south of Wetheral. They are known to have been in use in the 14th century, likely associated with the Priory of Wetheral, and are popularly believed to have been used by St Constantine during his time as a hermit. The structure features a masonry front wall with three small windows and a fireplace. Originally, access to the cells would have been by ladder, but there is now a stone-cut path leading to them. These cells served as a refuge for the Priory of Wetheral during border raids, which is reflected in their nickname, "Safe Guards." Additionally, 25 meters south of the caves is a Roman inscription related to the 20th Legion Valeria Victrix, which was noted in a previous listing.