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    Things to do Carlisle & Hadrian's Wall

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Things to do in Carlisle

There’s no shortage of things to do in Carlisle and the surrounding areas. There’s loads of history to explore - in the castle, the museums and along Hadrian’s Wall. There’s all kinds of outdoor activities to enjoy, from farm park visits to more adrenalised pursuits like fell walking to driving a 4x4 across the mountains. And then, when you’re done, indulge in some retail therapy in town.

 Hadrian's Wall  the northern frontier of the Roman Empire

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  1. Cycling in the Lake District Cumbria
    Cycling in the Lake District Cumbria
    Hadrian's Cycleway (NCN 72)

    Address

    -

    Telephone

    01434 322002

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    The 174 mile Hadrian's Cycleway snakes through the entire World Heritage Site. It's a cycleway that knits together existing shorter cycle routes, quiet roads and off-road tracks. Clearly signposted, the Cycleway takes you near many major Roman sites…

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  2. Cycling in the Lake District Cumbria
    Cycling in the Lake District Cumbria
    Seascale to Wasdale

    Address

    Cumbria, CA20 1NS

    Telephone

    01539 822222

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Sea to summits....This is a ride that leads from the coast towards the foot of the highest mountain in England.

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  3. Walking in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Walking in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Monks & Mysteries Walk near Wetheral

    Address

    Wetheral, -

    Telephone

    01539 822222

    website@cumbriatourism.org

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    A walk on the banks of the river Eden, in the former Forest of Inglewood.

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  4. ennerdale water
    ennerdale water

    Address

    Cumbria, CA22 2DB

    Telephone

    01539 822222

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Great cycling activities for all the family in the Lake District and Cumbria. With mountains and valleys, miles of mature forest, endless lake and coastal shores, the landscape of Cumbria makes an amazing place to go cycling.

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  5. Birdoswald Roman Fort
    Birdoswald Roman Fort

    Address

    Gilsland, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 7DD

    Telephone

    016977 47602

    birdoswald.romanfort@english-heritage.org.uk

    Brampton

    Birdoswald Roman Fort is the perfect place to see the longest continuous remaining stretch of this World Heritage Site, Hadrian's Wall. Explore the remains of the Roman fort and discover displays, artefacts and rest in the Tearoom.

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  6. Walking in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Walking in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Hadrian's Wall Path National Trail

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    -

    Telephone

    01434 322002

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Hadrian's Wall Path National Trail is the long-distance footpath that runs through the World Heritage Site. 84 miles of glorious walking through rugged moorland, rolling fields and dynamic urban landscape. And if 84 miles sounds a little daunting,…

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  7. Cycling in the Lake District Cumbria
    Cycling in the Lake District Cumbria
    West Cumbria Cycle Network

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    website@cumbriatourism.org

    A 72 mile network of cycle routes linking off road sections on disused railways with the minor road system. The route links Cockermouth, Workington, Distington, Whitehaven, Cleator Moor and Ennerdale. There are branches from Cleator Moor to Egremont…

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  8. Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery by D&H Photographers
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery by D&H Photographers
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery by D&H Photographers
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
    John Watt Cafe at Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
    Evening Receptions at the John Watt Cafe - Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery by D&H Photographers
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery by D&H Photographers
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
    John Watt Cafe at Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
    Evening Receptions at the John Watt Cafe - Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery

    Address

    Castle Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TP

    Telephone

    01228 618718

    enquiries@tulliehouse.co.uk

    Carlisle

    Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery is Carlisle's finest visitor attraction, and houses considerable collections of fine and decorative art, human history and natural sciences.

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  9. Reivers Cycle Route (RCN 10)
    Reivers Cycle Route (RCN 10)

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    website@cumbriatourism.org

    This 150 miles cycle route winds its way along the English - Scottish border, weaving in and out of the two countries in lovely countryside from Whitehaven to Tynemouth.

    Guide: Reivers Cycle Route. ISBN 1-871149-32-0

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  10. Carlisle Castle
    Carlisle Castle

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    Castle Way, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8UR

    Telephone

    01228 591922

    customers@english-heritage.org.uk

    Carlisle

    Standing proudly in the city it has dominated for nine centuries, Carlisle Castle remained a working fortress until well within living memory. Today's highlights include the Prisoners' beautiful carvings, the exhibition and wall walk.

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  11. Cycling in the Lake District Cumbria
    Cycling in the Lake District Cumbria
    Seascale to Cold Fell

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    Cumbria, CA20 1NS

    Telephone

    01539 822222

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Tide to tops....a route with everything from a beach-side spin, quiet villages and the wild and open views of the western fells.

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  12. The Staycation Express
    The Staycation Express
    Ribblehead Viaduct - Settle to Carlisle Railway. Photo by Stuart Petch.
    Settle Station - Settle to Carlisle Railway. Photo by Stuart Petch.
    Take in the views - Settle to Carlisle Railway.
    Take in the views - Settle to Carlisle Railway.
    Dentdale, Artengill Viaduct - Settle to Carlisle Railway
    Take in the views - Settle to Carlisle Railway
    Appleby Station - Settle To Carlisle Railway. Photo by Stuart Petch.
    Take in the views - Settle To Carlisle Railway
    Take in the views - Settle To Carlisle Railway
    The Staycation Express
    Ribblehead Viaduct - Settle to Carlisle Railway. Photo by Stuart Petch.
    Settle Station - Settle to Carlisle Railway. Photo by Stuart Petch.
    Take in the views - Settle to Carlisle Railway.
    Take in the views - Settle to Carlisle Railway.
    Dentdale, Artengill Viaduct - Settle to Carlisle Railway
    Take in the views - Settle to Carlisle Railway
    Appleby Station - Settle To Carlisle Railway. Photo by Stuart Petch.
    Take in the views - Settle To Carlisle Railway
    Take in the views - Settle To Carlisle Railway
    Great days out on the Settle to Carlisle Railway

    Address

    Carlisle, Cumbria

    info@railcharterservices.co.uk

    Carlisle

    New luxury tourist trains to run daily except Fridays this summer on the famous Settle-Carlisle railway from mid July to mid September.
    Following the success of ‘The Staycation Express’ last year plans are currently being finalised for the 2021…

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  13. Walking in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Walking in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Cumberland Way

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    website@cumbriatourism.org

    An 80 mile walk through the historic county of Cumberland and the Lake District National park starting at Ravenglass and finishing at Appleby in Westmorland.

    Guide Book: The Cumberland Way by Paul Hannon. ISBN 1-870141-11-3

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  14. Cycling in the Lake District Cumbria
    Cycling in the Lake District Cumbria
    Smugglers Route

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    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Maryport to Ireby - 27 miles. A gently graded and meandering route which takes in the coastal village of Allonby before levelling inland to Aspatria and Mealsgate.

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  15. Cycling in the Lake District Cumbria
    Cycling in the Lake District Cumbria
    C2C - Sea to Sea Cycle Route (NCN 71)

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    -

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    140 miles cross-country route linking Whitehaven or Workington with Sunderland or Newcastle. Mostly on-road but some sections off-road. This is a Sustrans national cycle route and one of the UK's most popular challenge cycle routes.

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  16. Banks East Turret; Hadrian's Wall
    Banks East Turret; Hadrian's Wall

    Address

    Pike Hill, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 2BX

    Telephone

    0191 2691200

    customers@english-heritage.org.uk

    Brampton

    Imposing and well-preserved turret with adjoining stretches of Hadrian's Wall.

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  17. The Bank End Ramble
    The Bank End Ramble

    Address

    Cumbria, CA15 6LW

    info@thewavemaryport.co.uk

    Beginning at the Maritime Museum in Maryport, the walk climbs the sea brows yielding spectacular views of the historic town and the wide Solway Firth beyond. The route meanders to the north into the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty,…

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  18. Archery at Blaithwaite House
    Archery at Blaithwaite House

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    Blaithwaite House, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 0AZ

    Telephone

    016973 42319

    office@blaithwaite.com

    Cumbria

    Archery is one of the fastest growing sports in the UK and at Blaithwaite you can practice your aim! Whatever your experience level, come down and take advantage of our facilities.

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  19. St. Bees Coastal
    St. Bees Coastal

    Address

    Cumbria, CA22 2DB

    Telephone

    01539 822222

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Most of this pleasant route follows signed sections of Hadrian’s Cycleway (72). St Bees village is reached following a free- wheeling descent to the Irish Sea where Wainright’s Coast to Coast Walk starts.

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  20. Walby Farm Park
    Walby Farm Park
    Walby Farm Park

    Address

    Walby, Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle, CA6 4QL

    Telephone

    01228 573056

    info@walbyfarmpark.co.uk

    Crosby-on-Eden

    Cumbria's multi-award winning all-weather attraction on our family farm, meet our friendly animals, try out our exciting indoor and outdoor play areas and explore our nature trail. Our Curly Tails Cafe is open from 10.00 until 17.00.

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