Welcome to Gilcrux

Gilcrux is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated in the north-western part of the county, close to the coast of the Irish Sea. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and fields of green. The area is known for its stunning natural beauty, and is a popular destination for walkers and hikers.

The village of Gilcrux has a rich history, dating back to the Roman era. The remains of a Roman fort can still be seen in the area, and there are many other historical sites to explore. The village itself is home to a number of historic buildings, including the 12th century St. Mary's Church. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture, and is well worth a visit.

Despite its small size, Gilcrux has a thriving community, with a number of local businesses and amenities. There is a village hall, a pub, and a post office, as well as a number of small shops and cafes. The village is also home to a primary school, which serves the local area. Overall, Gilcrux is a charming and picturesque village, with a rich history and a strong sense of community.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Oughterside Primary School
Foundation School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Kirkbride
Aspatria
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 2PY
01697320579
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
Beacon Hill Community School
Community School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Tom Hailwood
Market Square
Aspatria
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 3EZ
01697320509
School Website
Crosscanonby St Johns C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Amanda Pitcher
Garborough Close
Crosby
Maryport
Cumbria
CA15 6RX
01900812326
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
Aspatria Richmond Hill School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Rachel Blair
Aspatria
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 3BQ
01697320650
School Website
Dearham Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jacqui Wilson
Dearham
Maryport
Cumbria
CA15 7HR
01900812518
School Website
Allonby Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr David Owen
Moss Lane
Allonby
Maryport
Cumbria
CA15 6QG
01900881324
School Website
St Matthews C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Helen Harrison
Westnewton
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 3NT
01697320545
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
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Aspatria
Station Road, Aspatria, Cumbria, CA7 2AW
2.42 Miles
Maryport
Millpot Road, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6DA
5.11 Miles
Flimby
Station Road, Flimby, Cumbria, CA15 8QN
6.52 Miles
Workington
Belle Isle Place, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 2UZ
9.51 Miles
Wigton
Station Road, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA
10.76 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Cars
07733 778007
1 S View, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6PQ
3.67 Miles
Airport Services
01900 818629
4 Maple Cl, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 7DF
4.53 Miles
T-Cabs
01900 821489
Arch House, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0YF
4.65 Miles
Waffys Private Hire
07918 704089
2 Crerar Close, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 7QY
4.69 Miles
Michaels Taxis
01900 821441
7 Highfield Road, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9JF
4.74 Miles
A And K Travel
01900 823665
22 Kirklea, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0NA
4.80 Miles
Cockermouth Taxi Co
01900 826649
17 Grassmoor Av, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9AF
4.81 Miles
G And J Taxis
01900 826307
39 Ghyll Bank, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0LL
4.87 Miles
Keiths Kabs
01900 818686
48 High St, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6BQ
5.27 Miles
Eric's Taxis
07879 118222
Lamplugh Road, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0QN
5.34 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Oughterside D
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Westmoor End D
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Osborne Place D
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Crosby Villa D
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Plumbland D
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Hayton Aspatria D
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Railway Station Aspatria D
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Aspatria Medical Group
01697 320209
West Street Health Centre
West Street
Aspatria
Cumbria
CA7 3HH
Castlegate And Derwent Surgery
01900 705750
Cockermouth Health Centre
Isel Road
Cockermouth
Cumbria
CA13 9HT
Cumbria Medical Services Ltd
01900 233170
Cockermouth Comm Hosp
Isel Road
Cockermouth
Cumbria
CA13 9HT
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
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Local Stores

Aspatria
32 King Street
Aspatria
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 3AA
01697 320605
shop.4591@coop.co.uk
Store Website
2.90 miles
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SPAR Aspatria
16 - 16a
Queen Street
Aspatria
CA7 3AR
01697 320333
Store Website
3.1 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
8A Station Road
Aspatria
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 2AL
01900 826666
vets@millcroftvets.co.uk
Website
2.52 miles
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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Wakefield Road
Cockermouth
Cumbria
CA13 0HR
01900 826666
vets@millcroftvets.co.uk
Website
4.54 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Unit 1A
38 Curzon Street
Maryport
Cumbria
CA15 6DA
01900 816666
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The Veterinary Clinic
Gray Street
Workington
Cumbria
CA14 2NQ
01900 602138
vets@galemirevets.co.uk
Website
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Open at weekends

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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
10.23 miles
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Belle Vue Vets Ltd
Syke Park
Syke Road
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9NE
01697 342174
info@wigtonvets.co.uk
Website
10.78 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Local Dog Walks

Noble Knott
A Short, Circular Forest Walk With Plenty Of Woodland And Streams To Enjoy.
CA12 5TW
10.39 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
12.32 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
13.14 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
13.91 miles

From Keswick, Take The Honister Pass (B5289) Signposted To Buttermere.
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
20.78 miles

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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
22.64 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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