Welcome to Dockray

Dockray is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated in the northern part of the Lake District National Park, surrounded by beautiful hills and valleys. The village is known for its stunning natural beauty and is a popular destination for tourists who come to explore the area's many hiking trails and scenic drives.

One of the main attractions in Dockray is Aira Force, a stunning waterfall that cascades down a series of rocky steps. Visitors can take a short walk through the woods to reach the waterfall and enjoy the stunning views. The area around Aira Force is also home to a variety of wildlife, including red squirrels, deer, and birds of prey.

Another popular attraction in Dockray is the Royal Hotel, a historic inn that dates back to the 18th century. The hotel has been beautifully restored and offers comfortable accommodation, delicious food, and a warm welcome to visitors. The Royal Hotel is also a popular spot for locals to gather and enjoy a drink or a meal, making it a great place to experience the friendly community spirit of Dockray.

Local Schools

School	Details
Patterdale C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicola Steels	Patterdale Penrith Cumbria CA11 0NL 01768482383 School Website
Penruddock Primary School Foundation School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Hazel Johnson	Penruddock Penrith Cumbria CA11 0QU 01768483278 School Website
Threlkeld Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Abigail Jardine	Blease Road Threlkeld Keswick Cumbria CA12 4RX 1768779680 School Website
Greystoke School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jeanette Matthews	Icold Road Greystoke Penrith Cumbria CA11 0TP 01768483572 School Website
Stainton C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Dunham	Stainton Penrith Cumbria CA11 0ET 01768840673 School Website
St Herberts C Of E Va Primary And Nursery School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michael Craig	Trinity Way Keswick Cumbria CA12 4HZ 01768773017 School Website
Yanwath Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Cate Floyd	Yanwath Penrith Cumbria CA10 2LA 1768840739 School Website
Keswick School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Simon Jackson	Vicarage Hill Keswick Cumbria CA12 5QB 01768772605 School Website
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr David Marchant	Ullswater Road Penrith Cumbria CA11 7EG 01768864621 School Website
Skelton School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Sam King	Skelton Penrith Cumbria CA11 9SE 01768484367 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Penrith Ullswater Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7JQ 8.99 Miles

Langwathby Stoney Bank / A686, Langwathby, Cumbria, CA10 1NZ 14.23 Miles

Windermere Station Precinct, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AH 14.37 Miles

Staveley Station Road, Staveley, Cumbria, LA8 9NG 15.51 Miles

Lazonby And Kirkoswald Seat Hill, Lazonby, Cumbria, CA10 1DL 15.75 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
M And A Private Hire Glenridding 017684 82372 1 The Headlands, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0QA 2.92 Miles
Blencathra Taxis 07884 433 638 Lesley Anne Cottage, Doddick Farm, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4SY 4.60 Miles
Derwent Taxis 017687 75585 2 Forge Close, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4NX 7.17 Miles
Davies Taxis 017687 72676 25 Helvellyn St, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4EN 7.79 Miles
Dnk Taxis 017687 74959 25 Coleridge Ct, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5QE 8.13 Miles
Keswick Taxis 017687 75585 Unit 2 High Hill, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5LU 8.32 Miles
Pro-Limos 01768 891111 30 Clifford Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8PP 9.02 Miles
First Class Limos 01768 891111 30 Clifford Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8PP 9.02 Miles
Grasmere Taxi Services 015394 35506 2 Benfield, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9RD 9.03 Miles
A2b Taxis 07901 788949 7 Wetheriggs Rise, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7ET 9.06 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Glenridding Health Centre 01768 482297	Glenridding Health Centre Glenridding Penrith Cumbria CA11 0PD
Castlehead Medical Centre 01768 772025	Castlehead Medical Centre Ambleside Road Keswick Cumbria CA12 4DB
Birbeck Medical Group 01768 214620	Birbeck Medical Group Penrith H/Ctr,Bridge Lane Penrith Cumbria CA11 8HW
The Lakes Medical Practice 01768 214345	Penrith Health Centre Bridge Lane Penrith Cumbria CA11 8HW
Penrith Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Bridge Lane Penrith CA11 8HX

Local Stores

Keswick
Main Street
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5EF
01768 772688
Store Website
8.09 miles

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SPAR Derwent
Penrith Road
Keswick
CA12 4JP
01768772812
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Paragon Veterinary Group
Townhead Veterinary Centre Townhead Farm Newbiggin, Stainton Penrith Cumbria CA11 0HT 017684 83789 townhead@paragonvet.com Website 6.72 miles
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The Sheep Centre
D &Amp; C Fawcett Ltd Hoghouse Hill Road Newbiggin, Stainton Penrith Cumbria CA11 0GN 01768 890935 enquiries@sheepbreeding.co.uk Website 7.58 miles

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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Millcroft Veterinary Surgery Southey Industrial Estate Keswick Cumbria CA12 5NR 01768 772590 vets@millcroftvets.co.uk Website 8.15 miles


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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Veterinary Vision Ltd
Signal House Gillan Way Penrith Cumbria CA11 9BP 01768 877255 info@veterinaryvision.co.uk Website 8.67 miles
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The Green Veterinary Surgery
Skelton Penrith Cumbria CA11 9SQ 01768 484258 vets@greenvetskelton.co.uk Website 8.94 miles
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Vets4pets Penrith Ltd
Inside Pets At Home, Unit 6 Castle Retail Park Ullswater Rd Penrith Cumbria CA11 7JQ 01768 866 540 penrith@vets4pets.com Website 8.99 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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

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 8.04 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.

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 9.06 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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Easedale Tarn
Easedale Tarn Is A Tarn In The Centre Of The Lake District, About Two Miles West Of The Village Of Grasmere. On This Walk, You Will Experience Stunning Scenery. The Walk Consists Of A Gradual Hill For Some Of It, But Has Rewarding Views On A Clear Day. LA22 9TA 9.34 miles From Ambleside, Take The A591 Towards Keswick And Follow The Signs For Grasmere. Turn Onto The B5287. There Is A Car Park Down A Left Turn (Signposted) Called Broadgate Meadow.

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Rydal
A Lovely Linear Walk Which Passes Through The Grounds Of Rydal Hall. The Walk Goes On A Gradual Climb, Offering Views Of Lake Windermere. LA22 9LX 9.63 miles From Ableside, Take The A591 Towards Grasmere And Turn Left To Follow The Sign For Rydal Hall.

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Grasmere
Grasmere Is One Of The Smaller Lakes In The Lake District And Gives Its Name To The Village Of Grasmere, Which Lies Immediately To The North Of The Lake. This Walk Follows Beside Rivers And Grasmere Lake, Offering Stunning Scenery. LA22 9SE 9.72 miles Take The A591 From Ambleside In The Direction Of Keswick. Just After You Pas Through Pydal, Park At White Moss Car Park, Just Off The Left Hand Side Of The Road.

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