Welcome to Banks

Banks is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated on the western edge of the Lake District National Park, and is surrounded by stunning natural beauty. The village is home to a number of historic buildings, including St. Michael's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. Banks is also known for its traditional pubs and restaurants, which serve up delicious local cuisine.

One of the main attractions in Banks is the nearby Lake District National Park. This stunning area of natural beauty is home to some of the most breathtaking scenery in the UK, including mountains, lakes, and forests. Visitors to the park can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and water sports. There are also plenty of opportunities to explore the local wildlife, with a number of nature reserves and wildlife parks located in the area.

Despite its small size, Banks is a thriving community with a strong sense of local pride. The village is home to a number of small businesses, including shops, cafes, and galleries, which offer a range of locally produced goods and services. There are also a number of community events and festivals held throughout the year, which bring together residents and visitors alike to celebrate the unique culture and heritage of the area.

Local Weather

Sunny

Temp: 2.3°C

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Wind: 3.1 MPH

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Local Schools

School Details
Lanercost C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs A Wilkinson
Lanercost
Brampton
Cumbria
CA8 2HL
0 169772702
School Website
Lees Hill C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Fiona Stobbart
Lees Hill
Brampton
Cumbria
CA8 2BB
0 169772577
School Website
Kirby Moor School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:7-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Karen Blaylock
Longtown Road
Brampton
Cumbria
CA8 2AB
1697742598
Brampton Primary School
Foundation School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Richard Clark
Sawmill Lane
Brampton
Cumbria
CA8 1BZ
01697742158
School Website
Hallbankgate Village School
Foundation School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Clare Hutton
Hallbankgate
Brampton
Cumbria
CA8 2NJ
01697746237
School Website
William Howard School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Kath Pigdon
Longtown Road
Brampton
Cumbria
CA8 1AR
01697745700
School Website
Gilsland C Of E Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Rob Blake
Gilsland
Brampton
Cumbria
CA8 7AA
01697747302
School Website
Irthington Village School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Lynn Harrison
Irthington
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA6 4NJ
01228212050
School Website
Hayton C Of E Primary School
Foundation School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Threlkeld-Brown
Hayton
Brampton
Cumbria
CA8 9HR
01228670491
School Website
Greenhead Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Michael Glenton
Greenhead
Brampton
Northumberland
CA8 7HB
01697747347
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Brampton (Cumbria)
[Un-Named Lane Off A689], Near Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 1HW
3.10 Miles
Haltwhistle
Station Road, Haltwhistle, Northumberland, NE49 0AH
8.61 Miles
Wetheral
Wetheral, Wetheral, Cumbria, CA4 8JP
8.85 Miles
Carlisle
Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
11.74 Miles
Armathwaite
Station Road, Armathwaite, Cumbria, CA4 9PL
12.22 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Airbus 2000
016977 3735
Beck Lane, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 1NF
3.30 Miles
Brampton Cars
016977 42851
5 Irthing Walk, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 1PH
3.43 Miles
John Forster Bobcat Hire
01228 675339
Stoneknowe Villa, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 4LS
8.06 Miles
Turnbull Taxis
01434 320105
36 Westlands, Haltwhistle, Northumberland, NE49 9BS
8.13 Miles
Sproul Taxis
01434 321064
28 Central Drive, Haltwhistle, Northumberland, NE49 9AX
8.43 Miles
Wetherall Taxis
01228 561112
17 Faustin Hill, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA4 8JZ
8.88 Miles
Executive Cabs Ltd
01228 529957
410 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2RU
10.66 Miles
Executive Cars
01228 524010
310 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2BX
10.89 Miles
Carwhinley Cars
01228 674002
Harker Industrial Units, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 4DN
11.01 Miles
Prestige Taxi
07928 679598
Argyll Drive, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 3PB
11.05 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Banks D
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Lanercost D
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Naworth Castle D
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Low Row D
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Toll Bar D
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West Hall (Sdc)
No More Collections Today
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Chapelburn D
No More Collections Today
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Lees Hill D
No More Collections Today
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Nickies Hill D
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Easby Land End D
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Milton D
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Walton (Sdc)
No More Collections Today
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Saturday Last Collection:11:00
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Askerton D
No More Collections Today
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Sands D
No More Collections Today
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Milton Hall D
No More Collections Today
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Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Brampton Community Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Union Lane
Brampton
CA8 1BX
Brampton Community Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Union Lane
Brampton
CA8 1BX
White Lion
17 High Cross Street
Brampton
CA8 1RP
Brampton Medical Practice
01697 72551
Brampton Medical Practice
4 Market Place, Brampton
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA8 1NL
Dr Weaving Beech House
01228 560854
Beech House
Corby Hill
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA4 8PL
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Local Stores

Brampton
1-7 Main Street
Brampton
Cumbria
CA8 1RS
01697 745910
shop.4906@coop.co.uk
Store Website
3.16 miles
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SPAR Low Row
Low Row Service Station
Low Row
Brampton
CA8 2JE
01697 746 344
Store Website
1.9 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Capontree Veterinary Centre
Greenhill
Brampton
Cumbria
CA8 1SU
01697 72318
info@capontreevets.co.uk
Website
3.66 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

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Cats

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Deer

Dogs

Equines

Poultry

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Small Mammals

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Solway Equine Vets Ltd
Office No 3
Geltside Farm
Brampton
Cumbria
CA8 1TA
info@solwayequinevets.co.uk
Website
4.65 miles
Animals Treated
Equines

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Capontree Veterinary Centre
4 Station Court
Haltwhistle
Northumberland
NE49 9HN
01434 320705
info@capontreevets.co.uk
Website
8.58 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Oak Tree Surgery
Orchard Yard
Wetheral
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA4 8JA
01228 710208
vets@paragonvet.com
Website
10.04 miles
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Craig Robinson Vets Ltd
6 Wavell Drive
Rosehill Industrial Estate
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA1 2ST
01228 521393
support@cr-vets.co.uk
Website
10.39 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Equines

Pigs

Sheep/Goats

Small Mammals

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Eden Veterinary Centre
213 Kingstown Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 0BB
01228 541999
Website
11.26 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Talkin Tarn
Its A Quiet Park With A Lake Away From Roads.
B6413
3.88 miles

Brampton
Location
what3words
pleaser.inform.motel
Lower Gelt
Beautiful Woods And Great For Dogs (But Maybe Not For The Type Of Dog That Launches Itself Down Sheer Sided River Banks!) Some Pools For Dog Swimming.
A69
Brampton
CA8 1SZ
4.54 miles

Access Via A69, Take The Turning 'Hayton And Town Head - Car Park For The Woods Is About 200 Yards From The Turn
Location
what3words
udder.dreading.scoots
Greenlee Lough
NE47 7AN
11.35 miles

Follow The B6318 To The Crossroads With The National Park Centre At Once Brewed. Take The Turning Signposted Steel Rigg.
Kingmoor Nature Reserves
Kingmoor Sidings Is The Site Of A Once Busy And Grimy Steam Locomotive Depot, Now Echoes To The Sound Of Nature. Although Hidden By The Creeping Blanket Of Vegetation, You Can Still Get A Glimpse Of The Old Turntable And The Floor Of The Old Engine Sheds. Kingmoor Motive Power Depot Once Drew Schoolboys From All Around Carlisle And Beyond, To Marvel At The Spectacle Of Steam.
6 Kingmoor Rd
Carlisle
Lancashire
CA3 9PZ
11.91 miles

Location
what3words
rising.actual.popped
Falstone
A Walk Around Riverbanks And An Old Railway Line, In Use Between 1862-1958. The Railway Line Was Once Part Of The Border Counties Railway.
NE48 1AA
17.13 miles

Leave The A69 & Take The A6079 North. Turn Left Onto The B6318 To Chollerford, Then Take The B6320 To Bellingham, At The Roundabout. Turn Left From Bellingham & Follow The Signs For Kielder Water & Forest. Just Before The Reservoir, Turn Right Into Falstone.
Chesters Roman Fort
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk From Chesters Roman Fort (Hadrian's Wall, English Heritage) And Through The Parish Of Humshaugh, In Northumberland.
NE46 4EU
21.55 miles

From The A1, Follow The A69 To A6079 In Acomb And Continue On That Road To The Museum.
Location
what3words
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