Welcome to Carlisle

Carlisle is a historic city located in the county of Cumbria, in the north-west of England. It is situated close to the Scottish border and has a rich history dating back to Roman times. The city is home to a number of historic landmarks, including Carlisle Castle, which was built in the 11th century and played a key role in the border wars between England and Scotland. The castle is now a popular tourist attraction and offers visitors the chance to explore its fascinating history.

In addition to its historic landmarks, Carlisle is also known for its vibrant cultural scene. The city is home to a number of museums and galleries, including the Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, which showcases the history and culture of the region. The city also hosts a number of festivals and events throughout the year, including the Carlisle Fringe Festival, which celebrates the arts and culture of the city.

Carlisle is also a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with the Lake District National Park located just a short drive away. The park is home to some of the most stunning scenery in the UK, with rugged mountains, tranquil lakes, and picturesque villages. Visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and water sports, and can explore the park's many attractions, including the famous Lake Windermere and the charming village of Ambleside.

Local Schools

School	Details
Progress Schools - Carlisle Other Independent Special School Ages:13-16 Head Teacher Mr Matthew Mccann	7 Victoria Place Carlisle Cumbria CA1 1EJ 1228586004 School Website
Trinity School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Co Headteacher Joanne Hawkin	Strand Road Carlisle Cumbria CA1 1JB 01228516051 School Website
University Of Cumbria Higher Education Institutions Head Teacher Professor Julie Mennell	Paternoster Row Carlisle Cumbria CA3 8TB 1524384384 School Website
Newman Catholic School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr John Mcauley	Lismore Place Carlisle Cumbria CA1 1NA 01228404942 School Website
Richard Rose Central Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Dan Markham	Victoria Place Carlisle Cumbria CA1 1LY 01228822060 School Website
Brook Street Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Jonathan Bursnall	Edward Street Carlisle Cumbria CA1 2JB 01228558724 School Website
Norman Street Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Karen Hodges	Norman Street Carlisle Cumbria CA1 2BQ 01228210168 School Website
Stanwix School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kuldip Mcmullan	Church Street Stanwix Carlisle Cumbria CA3 9DW 01228596069 School Website
Caldew Lea School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Ayesha Weston	Ashley Street Carlisle Cumbria CA2 7BE 1228526611 School Website
Robert Ferguson Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Graham Frost	East Dale Street Denton Holme Carlisle Cumbria CA2 5LA 01228535091 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Carlisle Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ 0.28 Miles

Dalston Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LT 4.04 Miles

Wetheral Wetheral, Wetheral, Cumbria, CA4 8JP 4.08 Miles

Armathwaite Station Road, Armathwaite, Cumbria, CA4 9PL 8.84 Miles

Gretna Green Station Road, Off Glasgow Road, Gretna Green, Dumfries And Galloway, DG16 5HF 9.33 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Radio Taxis 01228 527575 Unit 10 Robert Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5AN 0.43 Miles
Beeline Taxis 01228 534440 35 London Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2JZ 0.58 Miles
Radio Taxis 01228 527575 Millrace Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5RS 0.78 Miles
Metro Taxis 01228 522088 Norfolk Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5JA 0.81 Miles
Executive Cars 01228 524010 310 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2BX 0.86 Miles
Executive Cabs Ltd 01228 529957 410 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2RU 1.17 Miles
Carlisle Drivers 01228 515818 Stephenson Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 3NX 1.32 Miles
Barry's Taxi 07766 700020 103 Cant Cr, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 4JJ 1.37 Miles
Prestige Taxi 07928 679598 Argyll Drive, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 3PB 1.54 Miles
Cook Alastair 01228 401022 74 Edgehill Rd, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 3PR 1.75 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Penfold Box (Old Town Hall) (Sdc) Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
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Scotch Street (Right) Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:13:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Barclays Bank (Left) Collection Today available until:18:45 Weekday Last Collection:18:45 Saturday Last Collection:13:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Barclays Bank (Right) Collection Today available until:18:45 Weekday Last Collection:18:45 Saturday Last Collection:13:00
Barclays Bank Meter Box Collection Today available until:18:45 Weekday Last Collection:18:45 Saturday Last Collection:13:00
Wh Smith Internal Box Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:13:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Chiswick Street (Sdc) Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30
Warwick Road Collection Today available until:18:30 Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Warwick Road Meter Box Collection Today available until:18:30 Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30
English Street D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Spencer Street Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	10-12 Spencer Street Carlisle CA1 1BP
Morton Branch Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	10-12 Spencer Street Carlisle CA1 1BP
Morton Branch Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	10-12 Spencer Street Carlisle CA1 1BP
Morton Branch Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	10-12 Spencer Street Carlisle CA1 1BP
Spencer St Surgery 01228 529171	Spencer Street Surgery 10 Spencer Street Carlisle Cumbria CA1 1BP

Local Stores

Denton Street
Denton Street
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA2 5EN
01228 531056
Store Website
0.62 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage Currock Road
CURROCK ROAD
CARLISLE
CARLISLE
CA2 4AS
01228524386
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Ashlea Veterinary Centre Ltd
Unit 2B Port Road Business Park Carlisle Cumbria CA2 7AF 01228 549177 vetsoffice@ashleavets.co.uk Website 0.80 miles
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Carlisle Vets4pets Ltd
Unit C 54 Scotland Road Carlisle Cumbria CA3 9DB 01228 547956 carlisle@vets4pets.com Website 0.80 miles
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Coomara Veterinary Practice
Chertsey House Chertsey Grove Carlisle Cumbria CA1 2QX 01228 524740 admin@coomara.co.uk Website 1.29 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 1.54 miles
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Richard Martin House
275 Wigton Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 6JY 01228521393 support@cr-vets.co.uk Website 1.73 miles

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Falcon Veterinary Group
330 London Road Carlisle Cumbria CA1 3ER 01228 558833 info@falconvet.co.uk Website 1.81 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 1.20 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 7.60 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 8.98 miles Brampton

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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 18.45 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.

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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 20.56 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.

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

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