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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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Hadrian's Wall the northern frontier of the Roman Empire

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Carlisle
A free 2 hour outdoor concert in the grounds of Carlisle Castle. If the weather is wet you will find Hot Aire! Concert Band upstairs in the Museum of Military Life.
Carlisle
Join us at the 10th Anniversary Blacknose Beauties National Show & Sale — the pinnacle event in the Valais Blacknose Society calendar, celebrating the famous Valais Blacknose sheep, often known as the "world's cutest sheep."
Held in Carlisle,…
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…
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.
T, Carlisle
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome Lydia and Ben to the Fratry Hall.
A wonderful way to spend a Wednesday afternoon, come along enjoy lunch in the Cafe before or cake and coffee after! We hope to see you…
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.
The Abbey, Carlisle
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we welcome IsabelIMG_1774la Briggs, for her first Organ recital in Carlisle Cathedral. Isabella has performed several times on the piano in the Fratry Hall, do come along and show your support for…
Tarn Road, Brampton
Outdoor theatre suitable for all ages at Talkin Tarn Country Park.
The critically acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company present a brand-new riff on the fiendishly famous case.
How can one show possibly contain so much action and adventure?…
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.
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.
The Abbey, Carlisle
We are delighted to welcome Victoria Ulriksen back to the Cathedral. She has kindly agreed to perform for us once again as part of the Free Live Music Series at Carlisle Cathedral, and we very much hope you can join us and offer her a warm…
Lanercost, Brampton
Lanercost Tea Room's, Hadrian’s Wall Gateway Visitor Information Centre is the ideal starting point for your journey along Hadrian’s Wall, World Heritage Site.
Carlisle
Petteril Valley Park is situated on the southern edge of Carlisle City, open all day, every day, all year round.
Carlisle
Kingmoor North is a wildlife haven sandwiched between a growing industrial city. Assess by foot is gained from Kingstown Broadway, Bankend Road, A689 ,Chandler Way, Coopers Way various entrances from Kingmoor Park and also from Kingmoor South Nature…
Carlisle
Award winning artisan charcuterie made using high welfare meats. Plastic free packaging.
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A walk on the banks of the river Eden, in the former Forest of Inglewood.
Carlisle
Once the home of Carlisle's horse racing course, Kingmoor South is now a tranquil woodland situated in the north of Carlisle.
Carlisle
Chances Park is specially landscaped to offers great views of the city of Carlisle. The main entrance to Chance's Park and the community centre is off the Wigton Road (A595) where there is a free car park for visitors. There is pedestrian access off…
WIGTON
Car Park with 203 spaces. Open 7 days a week.
CARLISLE
Pay and display car park with 321 general use spaces, 6 disabledspaces,1 motorcycle space and 16 spaces for Coach, Caravan, Minibuses, Motor Caravan and Camper use.
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