Welcome to Blackford

Blackford is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated in the northern part of the county, close to the Scottish border. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and lush green fields. The River Esk runs through the village, providing a picturesque setting for visitors and locals alike.

The village of Blackford has a rich history, dating back to the Roman era. There are several ancient sites in the area, including the remains of a Roman fort and a medieval castle. The village also played an important role in the industrial revolution, with several mills and factories operating in the area during the 19th century. Today, Blackford is a quiet and peaceful village, with a close-knit community and a strong sense of local pride.

Despite its small size, Blackford has plenty to offer visitors. The village is home to several traditional pubs and restaurants, serving up delicious local cuisine and ales. There are also several walking and cycling routes in the area, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside. For those interested in history, there are several museums and heritage sites in the area, including the nearby Hadrian's Wall. Overall, Blackford is a charming and welcoming village, with plenty to see and do for visitors of all ages.

Local Weather

Sunny

Temp: 2.4°C

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Wind: 3.1 MPH

Wind Dir: WSW

Local Schools

School Details
Blackford C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Linda Smith
Blackford
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA6 4ES
01228674614
School Website
James Rennie School
Academy Special Converter
Ages:3-19
Head Teacher
Mr Kris Williams
California Road
Kingstown
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 0BU
1228554280
School Website
Houghton C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Stephen Johnston
Jackson Road
Houghton
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 0PA
01228593992
School Website
Kingmoor Junior School
Community School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mr Hayley Stewart
Liddle Close
Lowry Hill
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 0DU
01228409715
School Website
Kingmoor Nursery And Infant School
Community School
Ages:3-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Nicola Corfield
Hether Drive
Lowry Hill
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 0ES
01228558892
School Website
Rockcliffe C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Amanda Lee
Rockcliffe
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA6 4AA
01228674631
School Website
Austin Friars
Other Independent School
Ages:3-19
Head Teacher
Mr Matthew Harris
Etterby Scaur
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 9PB
01228528042
School Website
Stanwix School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Kuldip Mcmullan
Church Street
Stanwix
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 9DW
01228596069
School Website
Fir Ends Primary School
Foundation School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Daryl Spencer
Skitby Road
Smithfield
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA6 6AY
01228675283
School Website
Crosby On Eden C Of E School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Julia Dalgleish
Crosby-On-Eden
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA6 4QN
01228212080
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Carlisle
Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
4.15 Miles
Gretna Green
Station Road, Off Glasgow Road, Gretna Green, Dumfries And Galloway, DG16 5HF
6.36 Miles
Wetheral
Wetheral, Wetheral, Cumbria, CA4 8JP
6.36 Miles
Dalston
Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LT
7.46 Miles
Brampton (Cumbria)
[Un-Named Lane Off A689], Near Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 1HW
9.71 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Carwhinley Cars
01228 674002
Harker Industrial Units, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 4DN
0.82 Miles
Border Cars Business Centre
01228 882255
Grears Hill Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HA
1.89 Miles
Go Green Car
0844 875 9757
Wakefield Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HE
2.05 Miles
City Taxis
01228 520000
Westmoor Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HD
2.11 Miles
John Forster Bobcat Hire
01228 675339
Stoneknowe Villa, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 4LS
2.63 Miles
Radio Taxis
01228 527575
Millrace Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5RS
3.68 Miles
Carlisle Airport Transfers
07814 404861
3 Arthuret Drive, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 5SG
3.89 Miles
Executive Cars
01228 524010
310 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2BX
4.08 Miles
Joan's Taxis
01228 791159
35 Esk Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 5PU
4.16 Miles
Executive Cabs Ltd
01228 529957
410 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2RU
4.24 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Blackford
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Newtown Rockliffe (Sdc)
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Harker (Sdc)
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Crindledyke D
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Knells (Sdc)
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Westlinton (Sdc)
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Heathlands D
No More Collections Today
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Asda (Sdc)
Collection Today available until:16:00
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Kingstown Ind Est North
Collection Today available until:18:00
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Kingstown Po
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Houghton Road North D
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Todhills D
No More Collections Today
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Kingstown South Meter Box
Collection Today available until:18:00
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Kingstown Ind Est South
Collection Today available until:18:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
North Carlisle Medical Practice
Eden Street
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 9JZ
North Carlisle Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Eden Street
Carlisle
CA3 9JZ
North Carlisle Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Eden Street
Carlisle
CA3 9JZ
Dr Horne 15 Scotland Road
1228533872
15 Scotland Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 9HR
Recovery Steps Cumbria
01900 512300
1St Floor,Stocklund House
Castle Street
Carlisle
CA3 8SY
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Local Stores

Denton Street
Denton Street
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA2 5EN
01228 531056
Store Website
4.40 miles
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SPAR Kingstown
Kingstown Filling Sation
Kingstown Road
Carlisle
CA3 0BN
01228 523031
Store Website
1.8 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Eden Veterinary Centre
213 Kingstown Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 0BB
01228 541999
Website
2.07 miles
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Carlisle Vets4pets Ltd
Unit C
54 Scotland Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 9DB
01228 547956
carlisle@vets4pets.com
Website
3.06 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Ashlea Veterinary Centre Ltd
Unit 2B
Port Road Business Park
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA2 7AF
01228 549177
vetsoffice@ashleavets.co.uk
Website
3.75 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Cats

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Capontree Veterinary Centre
Borders Business Park
Longtown
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA6 5TD
01228 791245
info@capontreevets.co.uk
Website
3.92 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Cats

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Equines

Poultry

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Border Vets
Unit 5
Townfoot
Longtown
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA6 5LY
01228 792 999
mail@border-vets.co.uk
4.41 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Deer

Dogs

Equines

Exotic/Wild

Pigs

Poultry

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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
4.44 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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Local Dog Walks

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
2.96 miles

Location
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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
7.89 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
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Talkin Tarn
Its A Quiet Park With A Lake Away From Roads.
B6413
9.31 miles

Brampton
Location
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Greenlee Lough
NE47 7AN
22.03 miles

Follow The B6318 To The Crossroads With The National Park Centre At Once Brewed. Take The Turning Signposted Steel Rigg.
Holcombe Hill
The Walk Starts From A Public Footpath Opposite A Free Carpark Down From The Shoulder Of Mutton Pub. The Path Leads To A Cobbled Road, Take A Right And Then A Left To Go Up The Hill. There Is A Open Flat Incline Path For Wheel Chairs And Prams Etc. At The Top Of The Hill Is Peel Tower, On Some Days You Can Go Up It. Otherwise At The Top Is Marshy And Can Be Windy And Damp. Beautiful Heather And Scenery To Be Enjoyed. Approx An Hour And Half Walk.
Fir Bank
Skirsgill Ln
Eamont Bridge
Penrith
CA10 2BQ
22.15 miles

300 Yards Down From Shoulder Of Mutton Theres Is A Small Car Park . On The Other Side Of The Road There Is A Public Footpath That Leads To A Cobble Road. Follow Up The Hill.
Location
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A Circular Walk On One Of The Lowest Fells In The Lake District. This Walk Provides Outstanding Views Over Keswick And The Surrounding Area, Including Derwent Water And Bassenthwaite Lake.
CA12 4PH
24.03 miles

From Keswick, Take The A591 To Carlisle. After The First Roundabout, Take The First Right Turn To Skiddaw. The Car Park Is At The End Of The Narrow Road.
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Weather Forecast

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