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There’s no shortage of things to do in Carlisle and the surrounding areas, with something to suit every taste.
If you’re a history buff, you’ll be in your element here. Carlisle has witnessed centuries of history, and today there are lots of ways to learn more with museums, galleries and historic landmarks like Carlisle Cathedral and Carlisle Castle welcoming visitors. Nearby, the iconic Hadrian’s Wall - today a UNESCO World Heritage Site - is dotted with the fascinating remains of Roman turrets, towns and forts. Musems tell its amazing story, and allow you to see the remaining Roman artefacts up close. It's also a popular walking and cycling route, with plenty of places to rest and revive along the way.
As well as a rich history, Carlisle is blessed with some fantastic city centre parks bursting with greenery – perfect for a stroll, a picnic or a kickaround with the kids. The peaceful Talkin Tarn Country Park can be found just outside the city, as well as a whole host of attractions for all ages to enjoy. Want to get back to nature? There's plenty nearby offering lots for wildlife enthusiasts to discover.
If you’re looking to indulge in some retail therapy, you’ve come to the right place. Carlisle is a great place for shopping, with all the big names you’d expect from a modern city alongside independent stores and cafes.
Come sun down, Carlisle has a bustling nightlife scene, with theatre shows, cinema, bars, pubs and restaurants to enjoy.
Whatever you are looking for and whatever the weather, there is always something to do in the great border city and its surrounds.
Offering our award-winning butchery and deli along with a wide range of local produce, including…
A local landowner, Sarah Losh (1785-1853), designed St Mary's in 1840, partly in memory of her…
Kingmoor North is a wildlife haven sandwiched between a growing industrial city. Assess by foot is…
Award winning family attraction on historic Maryport harbourside. All day tickets for 70+ displays…
Hear about Carlisle Luguvalium, the Wall fort Uxcellodunum then, off to visit our fabulous Wall as…
A 'very remarkable building with windows glowing with gemstone colours', according to architectural…
A contemporary art gallery 9 miles east of Carlisle. located close to Hadrian’s Wall, the Scottish…
Carlisle's taproom-led brewery. We brew, package and serve our beer in the same room — fresher than…
On farm vending machines, open 24/7. Selling fresh farm milk, shakes cheeses and more. Reusable…
Maryport Coastal Park is a place for visitors to enjoy for its coastal views and flora and fauna.…
A relaxed and easy walking tour around the heart of the historic city of Carlisle. Discover some…
Visit Carlisle Cathedral, centrally located in the heart of the city. Whether for worship, events,…
The Market Hall, Carlisle, one of the few covered Victorian Markets remaining in the Country has a…
Bitts Park is a peaceful haven only 800 metres from Carlisle City Centre, comprising formal…
This ‘hidden gem’ is the earliest known surviving example of a small English parish church designed…
Set in a tranquil rural landscape, overlooked by Hadrian's Wall, Lanercost Priory forms a…
Shiver Me Timbers play area is a bright, colourful, and exciting destination for young visitors.…
Small family run artisan bakery.
Beginning at the Maritime Museum in Maryport, the walk climbs the sea brows yielding spectacular…
Seaside destination for boarders, skaters & scooters
Come and meet these amazing animals on an experience Visit, they are all looking forward to meeting…
Hadrian's Wall Path National Trail is the long-distance footpath that runs through the World…
Petteril Valley Park is situated on the southern edge of Carlisle City, open all day, every day,…
Said to be the resting place of the legendary King Arthur. The church of St Michael & All Angels is…


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Brampton
A contemporary art gallery 9 miles east of Carlisle. located close to Hadrian’s Wall, the Scottish Borders, Eden Valley, and English Lake District, so it should be no surprise that we have a wealth of artistic talent to call upon.
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,…
Carlisle
Hear about Carlisle Luguvalium, the Wall fort Uxcellodunum then, off to visit our fabulous Wall as you tour the north Cumbrian landscape of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and enjoy wonderful scenery along the Wall route.
Maryport
Maryport golf course is an 18 golf course. Located just north of the town of Maryport, on the West Cumbria Coastline. Situated towards the northern end of the 'Cumbria Coastal Route'. It can be a very challenging course, more so with a strong sea…
Maryport
Award winning family attraction on historic Maryport harbourside. All day tickets for 70+ displays of local and tropical marine life include a free round of crazy golf! Cafe, Gift Shop, Bait & Tackle store, Radio control boats, Adventure Playground.
Carlisle
Situated prominently in the heart of the village, in an area of outstanding natural beauty. St Mary’s is the only church actually on the course of Hadrian's Wall.
W Walls, Carlisle
Carlisle's taproom-led brewery. We brew, package and serve our beer in the same room — fresher than you'll find anywhere else. Pizza by the slice. Open Thursday to Sunday. Dog-friendly.
CARLISLE
Bitts Park is a peaceful haven only 800 metres from Carlisle City Centre, comprising formal gardens, riverside walks, a children’s play area and splash park, running routes and sports facilities.
Silloth
Silloth on Solway Golf Club is a beautiful links golf course situated on the shores of the Solway Firth in North West Cumbria. Silloth is highly rated and is listed in the top 50 golf courses in Britain and Ireland.
Carlisle
Said to be the resting place of the legendary King Arthur. The church of St Michael & All Angels is situated on a hill in the ancient parish of Arthuret and overlooks the market town of Longtown with fine views of the surrounding countryside.
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,…
CARLISLE
12th century Norman church, built with stones from Hadrian’s Wall and where King Edward I (Longshanks) lay in state in the church for ten days in 1307.
Burgh by Sands is a very interesting church with layers of history.From the 12th century and on…
The Promenade, Maryport
Roman museum displaying the internationally significant collection of Romano-British altars, inscriptions and sculptures from the adjacent Roman fort and civilian settlement.
As EV (Electric Vehicle) sales outstrip petrol and diesel car sales for the first time, it looks like this cleaner and greener travel option is on the rise. So, you are all charged up, but where can you go? Well, thanks to the Low Carbon Lake…
WIGTON
Caught in the Anglo Scottish wars of the 14th century, a good bit of luck followed the Dissolution of the Monasteries for this church, when the local people successfully petitioned Thomas Cromwell to allow them to continue to use the church.
CARLISLE
This ‘hidden gem’ is the earliest known surviving example of a small English parish church designed by ‘God’s Architect’ Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin. The church retains all of its original elaborate architectural features, fittings and furniture,…
Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
There is no doubt that a visit to the award winning Walby Farm Park is the place to be for bucket loads of fun inside and out! With activities galore, delicious homemade food, a bit of retail therapy in the gift shop, and – best of all – the chance…
Brampton
Set in a tranquil rural landscape, overlooked by Hadrian's Wall, Lanercost Priory forms a magnificent and fascinating complex of historic buildings. St Mary’s sits in the former nave of the Priory, an Augustinian monastery founded in 1169.
Market St, Carlisle
A relaxed and easy walking tour around the heart of the historic city of Carlisle. Discover some surprising stories and gruesome facts about Carlisle’s 2000 year history.
Carlisle
Visit Carlisle Cathedral, centrally located in the heart of the city. Whether for worship, events, family activities, refreshments or simply a moment of peace - a warm welcome awaits.
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