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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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Hadrian's Wall the northern frontier of the Roman Empire

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The Abbey, Carlisle
Step into the magic of Christmas at Carlisle Cathedral for an unforgettable evening of music, light, and festive cheer. Enjoy live piano music provided by our very own Residentiary Canon Precentor, The Revd Pete Gunstone amongst the twinkling glow…
Brampton
We are a team of well-trained and enthusiastic local people who delight in sharing our extensive knowledge of Carlisle, Hadrian's Wall and its rich history and heritage. Uncover Roman heritage and walk in their footsteps.
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…
Carlisle
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome back Sempre Amabile to the Fratry from 2pm.
While entry to our concerts is complimentary, we encourage contributions during the collection at the end of each performance…
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,…
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.
Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
We’re sure that you will work up an appetite on your day out at Walby Farm Park so our café – ‘The Cowshed Café’ offers tasty home-cooked dishes made with locally produced ingredients – and all in a great setting in the beautiful Cumbrian…
Rosehill, Carlisle
We are hosting a Charity Christmas Tractor Run at H&H Auctions in Carlisle on Sunday 30th November from 3pm onwards, route has been planned with H&S in place.
Cumbrian Coastal Route 200 - Add on 1 - Carlisle to Birdoswald - The Roman Frontier
Discover the Colourful past and stunning rolling countryside of Hadrian's wall country. This out and back route starts from Carlisle and re-traces it's steps back to…
Carlisle
Vespers, an hour-long twilight performance of Rachmaninov's rich and sonorous All Night Vigil, in the resonant acoustic of Austin Friars School Chapel, by The Wordsworth Singers, directed by Andy McTaggart. Tickets £15 on the door. Under 18s and…
Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
The wait is over… Pumpkin Picking at Walby Farm Park is BACK!
Tickets are now on sale for 4–31 October – and you won't want to miss this year's patch!
Here is what is included with your day ticket to Pumpkin Picking on the Farm
Pumpkin Patch…
Brampton
A traditional English country inn located on the village green of Talkin. Log fire in the lounge, 4 local cask ales and meals served everyday, lunchtime and evening. 8 en-suite bedrooms. Beer garden with a lawned area. Separate restaurant.
Carlisle
We are delighted to launch "Creating at the Cathedral" - a series of Creative Learning Activities for Adults, all of which will take place in the Undercroft.
There are many crafts and hobbies to try out including:
Block Printing - 31 May,…
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.
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!
Carlisle
A Musical Almanac: Winter Notes in Cumbria including a post performance meet the musicians.
Jack McNeill / clarinet and bass clarinet
Eleanor McIntosh / soprano
Kate Hallsall / Harmonium & Percussion
A MUSICAL ALMANAC: WINTER NOTES
The Almanac…
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 Cathedral, Carlisle
Join us on the last Friday of each month at the Cathedral Cafe and Bar for our monthly quiz night!
Starts at 7.30pm
With fiendish trivia questions on all sorts of subjects, picture round, music round and more this is the toughest quiz in town - to…
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.
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.
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