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As well as the vibrant city of Carlisle, there are some great towns and villages across the Carlisle and Hadrian’s Wall area which are well worth a visit. In the west, Bowness-on-Solway boasts a coastal position and some of the most stunning sunsets across the region; while in the east, the charming market town of Brampton is bursting with character and history.
A bus route connects Carlisle with its nearby towns and villages, while if you’re feeling adventurous you can walk or cycle along the Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail, which begins in Bowness on Solway. You can also travel by train, with rail services across the area and a well-served train station in Carlisle’s city centre.
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The Abbey, Carlisle
With his trademark reverence and revelry, The Revd. Fergus Butler-Gallie travels through time and place to get to the heart of the religion he is so passionate about. Join us for this one-off evening with the author of 'Touching Cloth', 'The Field…
Carlisle
From breakfast to lunch, coffee to cocktails, Bartons Yard Café Bar is the perfect place to meet, eat & drink.
Carlisle
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo off cathedral spires. This self-guided audio tour turns your walk through Caldewgate into a vivid adventure, unwrapping secrets and scandals most…
Brampton
Have you always wanted to grab a selfie with a Roman solider? Be transported 2,000 years back through time as you get dressed up and strike a pose! Part of our Teddy Bears Picnic event.
The Abbey, Carlisle
This event is free to enter; there will be a retiring collection at the end of the concert - please give what you can to support the artist and the Cathedral. Take some time out of your day and unwind with a free afternoon recital . Whether you're…
Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
The most special day for your child is their birthday, so why not give them a day to remember at Walby Farm Park!
Brampton
Our Brampton Food Hall is set in a converted Victorian bank and offers our award winning butchery, delicatessen and hot food along with produce from lots of passionate Cumbrian food and drink producers.
Carlisle
Please join us for a creative afternoon in the Undercroft at Carlisle Cathedral as we explore the beautiful art of Block Printing.
Use a stunning selection of printing blocks and an appealing choice of colours to design and create your own item to…
Carlisle
Discover Venue Hire at Carlisle Cathedral – a historic gem in Carlisle. Choose from awe-inspiring spaces like the Fratry Hall, Undercroft, Prior's Room, and the modern Cathedral Café. Capacity for up to 600 guests. Create extraordinary memories.
The picturesque village of Wetheral stands on the River Eden near to Carlisle surrounded by unspoilt countryside with pleasant walks.
Carlisle
Carlisle Racecourse in Cumbria offers thrilling Jump & Flat racing with feature meetings like Easter Saturday and Ladies’ Night, a lively atmosphere, scenic views, and fun for all ages awaits.
Carlisle
A fundraising event for the Friends of Carlisle Victorian & Turkish Baths charity.
Find pre-loved, and also some new, clothes, footwear and accessories, all kindly donated to the charity. Most of the items are womenswear, with a large number of…
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.
Carlisle
Offering our award-winning butchery and deli along with a wide range of local produce, including bread and cakes from Gretna Bakery and Brysons of Keswick plus wines and ales from several Cumbrian breweries. Also serving hot food and takeout coffee…
Syke Park, Wigton
Cumbrian based Reays have an extensive range of vehicle suitable for small and large groups of passengers, ideal for airport pick-ups from Manchester, Liverpool, Newcastle and newly opened Carlisle Lake District Airport.
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…
Carlisle
Buses to and through Carlisle:
38 Carlisle - Wigton - Silloth - Skinburness.
39/39A Carlisle - Wigton - Fletchertown.
71 Silloth - Kirkbride - Carlisle.
Caldbeck Rambler 73/73A Carlisle/Keswick - Caldbeck - Keswick - seasonal.
75 Carlisle -…
Carlisle
The Carlisle Cathedral Café sits at the heart of the precinct in the footprint of the medieval cloister, with unrivalled views of the Cathedral and Precinct. A fantastic setting right in the heart of this ancient city, you can enjoy hearty food made…
The Abbey, Carlisle
Please join us for a special tour of Carlisle Cathedral.
Climb up to our clerestory to experience the Cathedral in a unique way. Get up close to our medieval stained glass in the East Window and see the starry ceiling and the Cathedral from a new…
Carlisle
Carlisle has a wealth of history and heritage to explore as well as fantastic shopping and spectacular countryside.
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