Welcome to Edentown

Edentown 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 Eden runs through the village, providing a picturesque setting for visitors and locals alike.

Despite its small size, Edentown has a rich history. The village dates back to the Roman era, and there are still remnants of Roman settlements in the area. In the Middle Ages, Edentown was an important market town, and it played a significant role in the wool trade. Today, the village is a popular tourist destination, with many visitors coming to explore its historic buildings and beautiful countryside.

Edentown is also home to a number of local businesses, including shops, restaurants, and pubs. The village has a strong sense of community, and there are many events and activities throughout the year that bring residents together. Whether you are looking for a peaceful retreat in the countryside or a lively community to be a part of, Edentown has something to offer everyone.

Local Schools

School	Details
Stanwix School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kuldip Mcmullan	Church Street Stanwix Carlisle Cumbria CA3 9DW 01228596069 School Website
Austin Friars Other Independent School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mr Matthew Harris	Etterby Scaur Carlisle Cumbria CA3 9PB 01228528042 School Website
Trinity School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Co Headteacher Joanne Hawkin	Strand Road Carlisle Cumbria CA1 1JB 01228516051 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
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
Richard Rose Central Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Dan Markham	Victoria Place Carlisle Cumbria CA1 1LY 01228822060 School Website
University Of Cumbria Higher Education Institutions Head Teacher Professor Julie Mennell	Paternoster Row Carlisle Cumbria CA3 8TB 1524384384 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
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

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Carlisle Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ 1.20 Miles

Wetheral Wetheral, Wetheral, Cumbria, CA4 8JP 4.27 Miles

Dalston Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LT 4.87 Miles

Gretna Green Station Road, Off Glasgow Road, Gretna Green, Dumfries And Galloway, DG16 5HF 8.67 Miles

Brampton (Cumbria) [Un-Named Lane Off A689], Near Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 1HW 9.34 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Go Green Car 0844 875 9757 Wakefield Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HE 1.08 Miles
Radio Taxis 01228 527575 Millrace Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5RS 1.11 Miles
Executive Cars 01228 524010 310 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2BX 1.23 Miles
City Taxis 01228 520000 Westmoor Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HD 1.33 Miles
Border Cars Business Centre 01228 882255 Grears Hill Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HA 1.34 Miles
Radio Taxis 01228 527575 Unit 10 Robert Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5AN 1.34 Miles
Beeline Taxis 01228 534440 35 London Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2JZ 1.42 Miles
Executive Cabs Ltd 01228 529957 410 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2RU 1.49 Miles
Metro Taxis 01228 522088 Norfolk Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5JA 1.68 Miles
Carlisle Drivers 01228 515818 Stephenson Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 3NX 1.96 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Cross Street D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodlands Close D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Wm. Morrisons (Sdc) Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:13:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Strawberry Terrace D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mountain View D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Moorville D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whiteclosegate D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Rickerby D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dr Horne 15 Scotland Road 1228533872	15 Scotland Road Carlisle Cumbria CA3 9HR
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
Spencer Street Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	10-12 Spencer Street Carlisle CA1 1BP

Local Stores

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

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SPAR Whiteclosegate
Whiteclosegate Filling Station
Brampton Old Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 0JN
01228534300
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Carlisle Vets4pets Ltd
Unit C 54 Scotland Road Carlisle Cumbria CA3 9DB 01228 547956 carlisle@vets4pets.com Website 0.24 miles
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Eden Veterinary Centre
213 Kingstown Road Carlisle Cumbria CA3 0BB 01228 541999 Website 1.01 miles

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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 1.18 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 1.81 miles
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Coomara Veterinary Practice
Chertsey House Chertsey Grove Carlisle Cumbria CA1 2QX 01228 524740 admin@coomara.co.uk Website 2.05 miles

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Richard Martin House
275 Wigton Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 6JY 01228521393 support@cr-vets.co.uk Website 2.41 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 0.86 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 7.32 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 8.74 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 19.25 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 21.43 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.

Greenlee Lough
NE47 7AN 22.20 miles Follow The B6318 To The Crossroads With The National Park Centre At Once Brewed. Take The Turning Signposted Steel Rigg.

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