Welcome to Bowness on Solway

Bowness-on-Solway is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated on the Solway Firth, which is a large estuary that separates England from Scotland. The village is known for its beautiful scenery, including the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which is a protected area that covers over 100 square miles of coastline and countryside. Bowness-on-Solway is also home to the Hadrian's Wall Path National Trail, which is a popular walking route that follows the ancient Roman wall that once marked the northern boundary of the Roman Empire.

The village has a rich history that dates back to the Roman era. Hadrian's Wall, which was built by the Romans in the 2nd century AD, runs through the village and is a popular attraction for visitors. The wall is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the most important archaeological sites in the UK. Bowness-on-Solway also has a medieval church, St. Michael's, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade I listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and historic architecture.

Despite its small size, Bowness-on-Solway has a thriving community and is home to a number of local businesses, including a pub, a village shop, and a post office. The village is also a popular destination for tourists, who come to enjoy the beautiful scenery and explore the local history. Whether you're interested in walking, cycling, or simply relaxing in a peaceful and picturesque setting, Bowness-on-Solway is a great place to visit.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Bowness On Solway Primary School
Foundation School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Miss Stuart Walsh
Bowness-On-Solway
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 5AF
01697351384
School Website
Kirkbride Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Karen Barley
Kirkbride
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 5JR
01697351483
School Website
Kirkbampton C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Andrea Armstrong
Kirkbampton
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 6HX
01228576377
School Website
Burgh By Sands School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sonia Southern
Burgh By Sands
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 6AP
01228576397
School Website
Wiggonby C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Andrew Brooks
Wiggonby
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 0JR
01697342752
School Website
Holm Cultram Abbey C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Headteacher Andrea Worthington
Abbey Town
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 4RU
01697361261
School Website
Great Orton Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Matthew Walker
Great Orton
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 6NA
01228711602
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
Solway Community Technology College
Community School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mrs Tom Hailwood
Liddell Street
Silloth
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 4DD
01697331234
School Website
Silloth Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Catherine Bellas
Liddel Street
Silloth
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 4DR
01697331243
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Annan
Station Road, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6AS
2.87 Miles
Gretna Green
Station Road, Off Glasgow Road, Gretna Green, Dumfries And Galloway, DG16 5HF
6.42 Miles
Wigton
Station Road, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA
8.89 Miles
Dalston
Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LT
11.62 Miles
Carlisle
Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
11.93 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Donnas Taxis
01461 201111
8 Cumberland Ter, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6DZ
2.91 Miles
Tartan Carriages
01461 203562
Linden House, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6BG
3.03 Miles
Auberge Taxis
01461 207676
82 High St, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6DW
3.04 Miles
Uk Motorhome Travel
01461 201071
Notwen Road, Lockerbie, Dumfries And Galloway, DG11 3AU
5.73 Miles
Central Cabs
01461 337306
123A Central Av, Gretna, Dumfries And Galloway, DG16 5AQ
6.37 Miles
Carrs Coaches
016973 31276
Control Tower, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 4NS
8.56 Miles
Thomason Travel
016973 44116
Station House, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA
8.88 Miles
Station House Taxis
016973 43148
Station House, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA
8.88 Miles
Able Travel
016973 31508
Burnswark Terrace, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 4EF
9.10 Miles
Silloth Taxis
016973 31508
Burnswark Terrace, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 4EF
9.10 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Charles Street D
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
The Croft Surgery
01697 351207
The Croft Surgery
Kirkbride
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 5JH
Wigton Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Cross Lane
Wigton
CA7 9DD
Wigton Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Cross Lane
Wigton
CA7 9DD
Silloth Group Medical Practice
01697 331309
Lawn Terrace
Silloth On Solway
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 4AH
Wigton Group Medical Practice
01697 342254
Wigton Group Medical Prac
South End
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9QD
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Local Stores

Gretna - Annan Road
Annan Road
Gretna
Dumfries
DG16 5DH
01461 339303
Store Website
6.38 miles
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SPAR Eastriggs
3
Melbourne Avenue
EASTRIGGS
DG12 6PP
01461 40600
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Firth Veterinary Centre
3-5 Ednam Street
Annan
Dumfriesshire
DG12 6EF
01461 202420
mail@firthvets.co.uk
Website
2.95 miles
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Ark Veterinary Centre Limited
12 Murray Street
Annan
Dumfriesshire
DG12 6EG
01461 203827
2.96 miles
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Belle Vue Vets Ltd
Syke Park
Syke Road
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9NE
01697 342174
info@wigtonvets.co.uk
Website
9.94 miles
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Border Vets
Unit 5
Townfoot
Longtown
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA6 5LY
01228 792 999
mail@border-vets.co.uk
10.14 miles
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Capontree Veterinary Centre
Borders Business Park
Longtown
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA6 5TD
01228 791245
info@capontreevets.co.uk
Website
10.43 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Richard Martin House
275 Wigton Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA2 6JY
01228521393
support@cr-vets.co.uk
Website
10.88 miles
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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
10.78 miles

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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
18.49 miles

Access Via A69, Take The Turning 'Hayton And Town Head - Car Park For The Woods Is About 200 Yards From The Turn
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Talkin Tarn
Its A Quiet Park With A Lake Away From Roads.
B6413
19.94 miles

Brampton
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Latrigg
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
23.26 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.
Noble Knott
A Short, Circular Forest Walk With Plenty Of Woodland And Streams To Enjoy.
CA12 5TW
23.86 miles

From Keswick, Take The A66 Toward Cockermouth. Follow Signs For Braithwaite On The B5292/Whinlatter Pass. Head Through Braithwaite And On To Noble Knott Car Park On Your Left (Identified By A Green Signpost On The Road), Just Following A Lay-By To Your Right.
Castlerigg Stone Circle
Castlerigg Stone Circle Stands On A Natural Plateau Providing An Excellent Panoramic View Across The Surrounding Fells. It Is Composed Of 38 Free Standing Stones, With Some Being Up To 3 Metres High. It Is One Of Britain’S Earliest Stone Circles Dating Back Between 4,000 - 5,000 Years.
CA12 5DN
24.73 miles

Keswick Is Located In The North Of The Lake District National Park And Is Well-Signposted.
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