Welcome to Embleton

Embleton is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated in the northern part of the Lake District National Park, which is known for its stunning natural beauty and outdoor recreational activities. Embleton is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green forests, and picturesque lakes, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The village of Embleton has a rich history that dates back to the Roman era. The remains of a Roman fort can still be seen in the nearby town of Cockermouth, which is just a short drive from Embleton. The village itself has a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. Visitors can also explore the local pubs and restaurants, which offer a taste of traditional Cumbrian cuisine and hospitality.

Embleton is a popular destination for hikers, cyclists, and outdoor enthusiasts. The village is located near a number of popular hiking trails, including the Cumbria Way and the Coast to Coast Walk. Visitors can also enjoy fishing, boating, and other water sports on nearby lakes and rivers. With its stunning natural beauty, rich history, and outdoor recreational opportunities, Embleton is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Cumbria.

Local Weather

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Temp: -4.8°C

Feels Like: -9.4°C

Wind: 6.9 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Cockermouth School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Richard King	Castlegate Drive Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 9HF 1900898888 School Website
All Saints C Of E School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicola Smallwood	Slatefell Drive Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 9BH 01900823431 School Website
Lorton School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Olivia Harrison	High Lorton Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 9UL 190085919 School Website
Bassenthwaite Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sara Royle	Bassenthwaite Keswick Cumbria CA12 4QH 1768776365 School Website
Fairfield Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Chris Steele	Gallowbarrow Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 0DX 1900821133 School Website
Eaglesfield Paddle C Of E Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Dawn Watson	Eaglesfield Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 0QY 01900823188 School Website
Bridekirk Dovenby C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Julia Fish	Dovenby Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 0PG 01900829889 School Website
St Michaels C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Polly Page	Bothel Wigton Cumbria CA7 2HN 01697320632 School Website
Braithwaite C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Laker	Braithwaite Keswick Cumbria CA12 5TD 01768778356 School Website
Plumbland C Of E School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Mckie	Parsonby Aspatria Wigton Cumbria CA7 2DQ 01697320628 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Aspatria Station Road, Aspatria, Cumbria, CA7 2AW 6.89 Miles

Maryport Millpot Road, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6DA 9.26 Miles

Flimby Station Road, Flimby, Cumbria, CA15 8QN 9.72 Miles

Workington Belle Isle Place, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 2UZ 11.13 Miles

Harrington Grecian Terrace, Harrington, Cumbria, CA14 5QQ 11.89 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Michaels Taxis 01900 821441 7 Highfield Road, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9JF 2.68 Miles
Cockermouth Taxi Co 01900 826649 17 Grassmoor Av, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9AF 3.05 Miles
Iains Taxis 01758 736333 Rose Cottage, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QP 3.63 Miles
Iains Taxis 017687 36333 Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QP 3.63 Miles
Eric's Taxis 07879 118222 Lamplugh Road, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0QN 3.72 Miles
T-Cabs 01900 821489 Arch House, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0YF 6.02 Miles
G And J Taxis 01900 826307 39 Ghyll Bank, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0LL 6.13 Miles
A And K Travel 01900 823665 22 Kirklea, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0NA 6.20 Miles
Keswick Taxis 017687 75585 Unit 2 High Hill, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5LU 6.83 Miles
Dnk Taxis 017687 74959 25 Coleridge Ct, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5QE 7.02 Miles

Local Post Boxes

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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Isel Road - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Cockermouth Health Centre Isel Road Cockermouth CA13 9HT
Isel Road - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	Cockermouth Health Centre Isel Road Cockermouth CA13 9HT
Isel Road - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Cockermouth Health Centre Isel Road Cockermouth CA13 9HT
Cumbria Medical Services Ltd 01900 233170	Cockermouth Comm Hosp Isel Road Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 9HT
Castlegate And Derwent Surgery 01900 705750	Cockermouth Health Centre Isel Road Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 9HT

Local Stores

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

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SPAR Oakhurst
LAMPLUGH ROAD
COCKERMOUTH
CA13 0QT
01900269892
Store Website
3.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Wakefield Road Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 0HR 01900 826666 vets@millcroftvets.co.uk Website 3.53 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 6.95 miles


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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
8A Station Road Aspatria Wigton Cumbria CA7 2AL 01900 826666 vets@millcroftvets.co.uk Website 6.96 miles

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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Unit 1A 38 Curzon Street Maryport Cumbria CA15 6DA 01900 816666 9.26 miles

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The Veterinary Clinic
Gray Street Workington Cumbria CA14 2NQ 01900 602138 vets@galemirevets.co.uk Website 10.79 miles
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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Unit 1, Enterprise Court Derwent Howe Workington Cumbria CA14 3YP 01900 66666 vets@millcroftvets.co.uk Website 11.63 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Noble Knott
A Short, Circular Forest Walk With Plenty Of Woodland And Streams To Enjoy. CA12 5TW 4.45 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.

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 6.70 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 7.30 miles Keswick Is Located In The North Of The Lake District National Park And Is Well-Signposted.

Buttermere
A Dog Friendly Circular Walk Around Buttermere, In The Lake District. Follow The Perimeter Of The Lake, Passing By Some Woodland And Farmland. CA13 9XA 8.60 miles From Keswick, Take The Honister Pass (B5289) Signposted To Buttermere.

Great Langdale Valley
A Circular Walk Taking In Part Of The Cumbria Way Towards Chapel Stile And Back Along The Centre Of The Valley With Stunning Scenery Of The Langdale Pikes. LA22 9JU 16.77 miles From Ambleside, Follow Signs For Coniston On The A593. Continue On The B5343 Following Signs For Great Langdale. Pass Through Chapel Stile And Continue On The Road For 3-4 Miles.

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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 17.46 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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Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Overcast	Fog	Mist	Mist	Mist	Overcast	Overcast	Fog
Temp	2.3°C	1.7°C	1.7°C	1.7°C	1.7°C	2.2°C	3.1°C	3.8°C	4°C	3.9°C	4.1°C	7.4°C
Feels Like	-1.7°C	-2.1°C	-2.3°C	-2.2°C	-1.9°C	-1.1°C	-0.1°C	0.9°C	1.1°C	0.7°C	1.1°C	4.7°C

Tuesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

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Temp	6.5°C	6.8°C	7.4°C	7.9°C	7.1°C	6.8°C	7.2°C	7.1°C	6.4°C	5.2°C	4°C	4.4°C
Feels Like	3.4°C	3.8°C	4.5°C	5°C	4°C	3.4°C	3.8°C	3.6°C	2.7°C	1.4°C	0.4°C	1.1°C

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Temp	3°C	2.1°C	1.7°C	1.6°C	2.4°C	3.5°C	4.7°C	8.5°C	10.3°C	9°C	9.6°C	6.1°C
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