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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.
Explore the towns and villages around the area of Carlisle and along Hadrian's Wall and get inspired to learn more about this fascinating area.
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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.
Tarn Road, Brampton
Outdoor theatre suitable for all ages at Talkin Tarn Country Park.
The critically acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company present their own brand of Shakespearean mayhem in the Bard's comedy of fools, duels and dual identities.
"Some are born great,…
Brampton
Farlam Hall is a four-star independent country house hotel located in Cumbria, located off the beaten track and away from the busy areas of the Lake District. Recently renovated to a high standard, the hotel has 13 unique bedrooms, as well as six…
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 -…
Brampton
Experience the edge of empire at the award winning Roman Army Museum. There is nowhere else like it on Hadrian's Wall.
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Buses to and through Wetheral:
75 Carlisle - Scotby - Wetheral.
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…
Durdar Rd, Carlisle
Join us on Monday 18 May 2026 at Carlisle Racecourse for afternoon flat racing.
Our first fixture of the 2026 flat season is set to be a good one
Durdar Rd, Carlisle
Blow away the Monday blues...at the races!
Join for an afternoon of flat racing at Carlisle Racecourse - there is no better way to start the week!
Syke Park, Wigton
Executive wedding cars, a fleet of coaches and VIP vehicles available for hire. Whatever your party size, we have a full fleet of coaches to suit your requirements from a 7 seater mini to an 61 seater single deck coach.
The Abbey, Carlisle
We look forward to hearing Edward Taylor on Wednesday 29th April organised as part of the Free Live Music Series at Carlisle Cathedral.
This event is free to enter; there will be a retiring collection at the end of the concert - please give what…
Keswick
The Rawnsley Centre provides a wide variety of spaces suitable for many uses in the centre of Keswick. From a small meeting space suitable for charity or business meetings to large halls that can seat over 300 people. There is parking on site which…
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.
Durdar Rd, Carlisle
Be part of history at Carlisle Racecourse this summer as we host one of the most iconic fixtures in the racing calendar – The Carlisle Bell, the world's oldest sporting trophy, first contested in 1599.
This historic race is the centrepiece of a…
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.
Brampton
At Farlam Hall, we understand the importance of creating experiences that rejuvenate and inspire, forging meaningful connections that leave a lasting impression, and offering our corporate clients an opportunity to escape the ordinary and embrace…
The Abbey, Carlisle
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues,
About the artist:
Laura Bailey is a vocalist and pianist known for her warm, expressive style and love of timeless music. Having sung and played piano since childhood, she brings a wealth of…
The Abbey, Carlisle
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we welcome Isabella Briggs, Pianist to our Fratry Hall .
While entry to our concerts is complimentary, we encourage contributions during the collection at the end of each performance to support both…
Wigton
Wigton will play host to another Taste Cumbria festival on Saturday 25 April 2026.
It's the sixth time the event has been held in Wigton and we can't wait to come back to this great little town.
Here's a flavour of the festival line-up – all of…
Tarn Road, Brampton
Outdoor theatre suitable for all ages at Talkin Tarn Country Park.
Join the critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company on a breathless race through the centuries in this delightfully inventive show that tells the entire story of Britain in…
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