A new leaflet has been produced to promote a Cumbrian village.

Shap is being highlighted now thanks to a collaboration between Westmorland and Furness Council and the village’s parish council.

The leaflet, produced with input from members of the community and coordination and financial contributions from Westmorland and Furness Council and Shap Parish Council, features the fascinating history and heritage of the village, places of interest and the many walking and cycling opportunities and will be a great starting point for visitors wanting to learn more about the area.  

Such interests include the Goggleby Stone, a stone from the megalithic avenue which can be seen on the footpath to Keld – and that the Shap polished pink granite can be found throughout the country, including outside St Paul’s Cathedral in London.

Jessica Goodfellow from the economic development and regeneration team at Westmorland and Furness Council, said: “This is a really positive local initiative and demonstrates the importance of working with our local communities.

“The leaflet will actively promote the Shap area and encourage new visitors to stay longer, take time to explore and enjoy the local cafes and pubs.

“It’s a positive step in attracting visitors to the more rural parts of our area so helping to reduce some of the pressures from the honey pot areas.

"We know the community is justly proud of the village and beauty of the surrounding area as well as the heritage and history which they are keen to share with visitors and hope to encourage them to stay longer and support and buy local.”

The leaflet is the latest in a series of town leaflets which cover Appleby, Penrith, Kirkby Stephen, Alston and Orton and Tebay, and copies are available from local Tourist Information Centres.