Welcome to Barras

Barras is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated in the northern part of the county, close to the border with Scotland. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and lush green fields. It is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

One of the main attractions in Barras is the Barras Garden Centre. This is a large garden centre that offers a wide range of plants, flowers, and gardening supplies. It is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, and is a great place to pick up some souvenirs or gifts. The garden centre also has a café where visitors can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and a slice of cake.

Another popular attraction in Barras is the Barras Art and Design Centre. This is a contemporary art gallery that showcases the work of local artists. The gallery is housed in a beautiful old building that has been renovated to provide a modern and stylish space for exhibitions. Visitors can enjoy a range of art exhibitions, workshops, and events throughout the year. The Barras Art and Design Centre is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in contemporary art and design.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 7.8°C

Feels Like: 6.2°C

Wind: 5.6 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School Details
Brough Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Phil Cooper
Church Brough
Kirkby Stephen
Cumbria
CA17 4EW
01768341284
School Website
Kirkby Stephen Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Alison Capstick
Nateby Road
Kirkby Stephen
Cumbria
CA17 4AE
01768371387
School Website
Kirkby Stephen Grammar School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Gary Hartley
Christian Head
Kirkby Stephen
Cumbria
CA17 4HA
01768371693
School Website
Bowes Hutchinsons C Of E Aided School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Julie Gibson
Bowes
Barnard Castle
Durham
DL12 9LG
01833628291
School Website
Gunnerside Methodist Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Gordon Stainsby
Gunnerside
Richmond
North Yorkshire
DL11 6LE
01748886321
School Website
Warcop C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sally Linsley
Warcop
Appleby In Westmorland
Cumbria
CA16 6NX
01768341471
School Website
Cotherstone Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Dr Lindsey Kidd
Cotherstone
Barnard Castle
Durham
DL12 9QB
01833650491
School Website
Reeth Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Gordon Stainsby
Healaugh Road
Reeth
Richmond
North Yorkshire
DL11 6SP
01748884308
School Website
Hawes Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Andrea Walker
Town Head
Hawes
North Yorkshire
DL8 3RQ
1969667308
School Website
Asby Endowed School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Michelle Clark
Great Asby
Appleby In Westmorland
Cumbria
CA16 6EX
01768351154
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Kirkby Stephen
Wiseber Road, Near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4LE
6.91 Miles
Garsdale
Coal Road, Garsdale Head, Cumbria, LA10 5PP
11.93 Miles
Appleby
Clifford Street, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6TT
13.53 Miles
Dent
Coal Road, Cowgill, Cumbria, LA10 5RF
15.36 Miles
Ribblehead
Low Sleights Road, Near Ingleton, North Yorkshire, LA6 3AS
18.99 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Prima Taxis
017683 72557
22 The Crescent, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4AF
5.91 Miles
B D Taxis
017683 71682
1 Riverside Cottages, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4PH
7.60 Miles
J V R Taxis
017683 52382
Mid Town Farmhouse, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6LU
11.16 Miles
Country Private Hire Taxi Service
01969 667096
Garsdale House, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5PU
11.24 Miles
Peacock James Coal Merchant Private Hire
01969 650465
Riverside House, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 3EF
12.39 Miles
Appleby Taxis
017683 52772
Unit 3/Horsepower House/Crosscroft Ind Est, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6HX
12.86 Miles
Appleby Cars
07895 900991
9 High Wiend, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6RD
13.56 Miles
Appleby Travel
017683 52220
16 Boroughgate, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XB
13.59 Miles
Mmk Appleby Taxis
017683 53106
Long Marton Rd, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XX
13.99 Miles
Redmire Private Hire
01969 625635
Beaulands Church Close, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 4EQ
15.75 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Slip Inn D
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Kaber D
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Keld - D
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Brough Sowerby D
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Winton D
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Hartley D
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Church Brough D
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Brough D
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Angram - D
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Mill Gardens D
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Market Street (Lcp)
Collection Today available until:17:00
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Castle View Brough D
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Brough Medical Centre
Main Street
Brough
Kirkby Stephen
Cumbria
CA17 4AY
Upper Eden Medical Practice
01768 371369
The Health Centre
Silver Street
Kirkby Stephen
Cumbria
CA17 4RB
Old Forge Surgery
01833 640217
The Surgery
Middleton-In-Teesdale
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 0QE
Central Dales Practice
01969 667200
Central Dales Practice
The Health Centre
Hawes
North Yorkshire
DL8 3QR
Reeth Medical Centre
01748 884396
Reeth Surgery
Reeth
Richmond
North Yorkshire
DL11 6SU
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Local Stores

Kirkby Stephen
Redmayne Road
Kirkby Stephen
Cumbria
CA17 4RL
01768 372176
Store Website
6.03 miles
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SPAR Kirkby Stephen
Edenside Garage
North Road
Kirkby Stephen
CA17 4RP
01768371844
Store Website
6.0 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Pendragon Vets Ltd
Hamilton House
St. Lukes Road
Kirkby Stephen
Cumbria
CA17 4HT
01768 371 359
vets@pendragonvets.co.uk
Website
6.18 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Swale Veterinary Llp
The Green
Reeth
Richmond
North Yorkshire
DL11 6SF
01748 826600/822389
swale.vets1@btopenworld.com
12.10 miles
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Bainbridge Vets Ltd
Station Surgery
Askrigg
Leyburn
North Yorkshire
DL8 3BJ
01969 650263
reception@bainbridgevets.co.uk
Website
12.22 miles
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Disabled public access

Client car park

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Castle Veterinary Surgeons
Montalbo Road
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 8ED
01833 695695
ENQUIRIES@CASTLEVETS.NET
Website
12.36 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Old Hall Veterinary Centre
April House
Crosscroft Industrial Estate
Appleby
Cumbria
CA16 6HX
01768 351507
info@oldhallvets.co.uk
Website
12.84 miles
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Cats

Dogs

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Tethera Veterinary Services Limited
Crosscroft Industrial Estate
Appleby-In-Westmorland
Cumbria
CA16 6HX
12.84 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
Camelids

Cattle

Equines

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Poultry

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Local Dog Walks

Muker
Beautiful Scenery But Not An Easy Walk Lot Of Stiles And Steep, But There Are Different Routes All Well Marked So You Can Do A Short Easy One If You Want. Toilets And Shops In Muker.
Guildy Hall
Muker
Richmond
DL11 6QG
7.37 miles

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Coldberry And Low Force
27-28 Hude
Middleton-In-Teesdale
11.33 miles

Walk To &Quot;Snaisgill&Quot; From The Village And You Can Keep On Track, Its All Sign Posted.
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Middleton To Mickleton
27-28 Hude
Middleton-In-Teesdale
11.33 miles

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Stanhope Gate
27-28 Hude
Middleton-In-Teesdale
11.33 miles

Start From The Tourist Information Centre.
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Low Force To High Force
Fitzhugh Library
Newbiggin
12.06 miles

Start At Bowlees Visitors Centre
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Aysgarth Falls
Aysgarth Falls Include A Number Of Small Waterfalls Which Create Beautiful Dramatic Scenery And Are Part Of The River Ure. The Walk Begins By Walking Through Woodland And Across Pasture Fields, Before Turning Back To Arrive At The Three Waterfalls - Lower Force, Middle Force, And High Force.
DL8 3TH
15.32 miles

The Walk Starts And Finishes From The Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre, Which Has A Pay-And-Display Car Park, Toilets And Cafe. It Is Marked With Brown Tourism Signs From The A684 In Aysgarth Village.
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