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    Towns & Villages near Carlisle
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Towns and Villages Near Carlisle

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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    Carlisle
    Explore vibrant Carlisle, where a rich history combines with modern city living.
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    A peaceful market town surrounded by scenic walks and Roman ruins.
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    The historic market town of Wigton lies to the southwest of Carlisle and is well worth exploring.
  4. Bowness-on-Solway
    Bowness-on-Solway
    The coastal village of Bowness on Solway is a charming mix of pretty traditional Cumbrian cottages, houses and farms, hugging the shoreline of the Solway Firth.

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  1. Romano Pizzeria and Asian Express Staff at The Market Hall in Carlisle, Cumbria
    Romano Pizzeria and Asian Express Staff at The Market Hall in Carlisle, Cumbria
    Carlisle Market Hall

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    The Market Hall, The Market, Scotch St, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8QX

    helenmarkethall@gmail.com

    Scotch St, Carlisle

    The Market Hall, Carlisle, one of the few covered Victorian Markets remaining in the Country has a wide variety of stalls.

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  2. Full English Breakfast at Foxes Cafe Lounge in Carlisle, Cumbria
    Full English Breakfast at Foxes Cafe Lounge in Carlisle, Cumbria
    Foxes Cafe Lounge

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    Foxes Cafe Lounge, 18 Abbey St, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TX

    foxescafelounge@gmail.com

    Carlisle

    Foxes is a bustling cafe and bar with live music, an art gallery and film nights, serving local produce and beers in the heart of Carlisle’s "Historic Quarter".

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    Sage & Vine
    Sage & Vine

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    5 The Crescent, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QW

    sageandvinecarlisle@gmail.com

    Carlisle

    Sage & vine is a Carlisle restaurant specialising in Mediterranean tapas, mezze and pizza.

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    Brewer with Malt at Carlisle Brewing Co. in Carlisle, Cumbria
    Carlisle Brewing Co.

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    The Carlisle Brewing Company, 2, 12A Kingstown Broadway, Kingstown Industrial Estate, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HA

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    01228 594959

    Kingstown Industrial Estate, Carlisle

    Carlisle Brewing Co is a small, family-run brewery based in Cumbria's capital city. We make beer because we simply love it - real ale is awesome! We've spent more years than we care to remember drinking real ale of all styles and flavours.

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    Winter Light at Carlisle Cathedral
    Winter Light at Carlisle Cathedral

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    The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZ

    Carlisle

    Experience the enchanting voice of The Voice Finalist Nadia Eide at Carlisle Cathedral in a magical concert filled with festive music.

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