Welcome to Gilgarran

Gilgarran is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated on the west coast of the county, near the town of Workington. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the stunning scenery and peaceful atmosphere.

One of the main attractions in Gilgarran is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and is well worth a visit for anyone interested in history or architecture. The church is also home to a number of interesting artifacts, including a 14th-century font and a 17th-century pulpit.

Another popular attraction in Gilgarran is the local pub, the Greyhound Inn. The pub is a traditional English pub and is a great place to relax and enjoy a drink or a meal. The pub is also a popular spot for locals and visitors alike to socialize and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. Overall, Gilgarran is a charming village that offers visitors a chance to experience the beauty and tranquility of rural England.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Lakes College - West Cumbria
Further Education
Ages:16-99
Head Teacher
Mr Chris Nattress
Hallwood Road
Lillyhall Business Park
Lillyhall
Workington
Cumbria
CA14 4JN
1946839300
School Website
West Cumbria Learning Centre
Pupil Referral Unit
Ages:7-16
Head Teacher
Mrs Daniel Gee
Toll Bar
Distington
Workington
Cumbria
CA14 4PJ
01946834848
School Website
Distington Community School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Angela Quirk
Church Road
Distington
Workington
Cumbria
CA14 5TE
01946830526
School Website
Energy Coast Utc
University Technical College
Ages:14-19
Head Teacher
Mr Kerryann Wilson
Blackwood Road
Lillyhall
Workington
Cumbria
CA14 4JW
01900606446
School Website
Cumbria Academy For Autism
Free Schools Special
Ages:4-19
Head Teacher
Mrs Kara Smallman
Branthwaite Road
Workington
Cumbria
CA14 4SS
1900517632
School Website
Beckstone Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr David Warbrick
Eadie Street
Harrington
Workington
Cumbria
CA14 5PX
01946830423
School Website
Lowca Community School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jennifer Walker
Lowca
Whitehaven
Cumbria
CA28 6QS
01946372656
School Website
Arlecdon Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Miss Sophie Mccabe
Arlecdon Road
Arlecdon
Arlecdon Primary School
Frizington
Cumbria
CA26 3XA
1946861409
School Website
St Marys Catholic Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs S Slack
Holden Road
Salterbeck
Workington
Cumbria
CA14 5LN
01946830433
School Website
Dean Cofe School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Joanne Laker
Dean
Workington
CA14 4TH
1946861408
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Harrington
Grecian Terrace, Harrington, Cumbria, CA14 5QQ
2.83 Miles
Parton
The Square, Parton, Cumbria, CA28 6PA
3.47 Miles
Workington
Belle Isle Place, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 2UZ
4.21 Miles
Whitehaven
Station Approach, Off Bransty Row, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6AX
4.41 Miles
Corkickle
Station Road, Corkickle, Cumbria, CA28 8AP
4.80 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
West Cumbria Chauffeur Service
01946 830339
7 Gilgarran Park, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 4RA
0.18 Miles
Mike's Taxis Workington
07788 712533
45 Brierydale, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 5LH
2.83 Miles
Klr-Travel
01946 834866
30 Church Rd, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 5PT
2.90 Miles
Cabs2go
07732 073049
7 Everest Mount, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 5BY
3.22 Miles
Josies Taxis
01900 66899
Kerry Industrial Estate Derwent Road, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 3TX
3.66 Miles
Jude's Taxis
01900 604795
145 Harrington Rd, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 2UW
3.73 Miles
Cabs2go
07732 073049
Ca14 2Nd, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 2ND
3.92 Miles
J And E Taxis
01900 603713
Barnes Rd, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 2TA
4.04 Miles
A And G Taxis
01900 62469
9 Gatehead, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 1TN
4.05 Miles
Freefone Taxi
01900 590001
2 Lodge Close, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 1QD
4.06 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

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Toll Bar Distington D
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Distington D
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Common End D
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Arlecdon
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Distington Surgery
01946 830207
The Surgery
Hinnings Road, Distington
Workington
Cumbria
CA14 5UR
Griffin Close
Griffin Close Medical Centre
Griffin Close
Frizington
Cumbria
CA26 3SH
James Street Group Pract
01900 62241
James Street Group Pract
James Street
Workington
Cumbria
CA14 2DL
Allerdale Primary Care Services
01900 324241
Pcs Allerdale Locality
South William Street
Workington
Cumbria
CA14 2EW
Copeland Locality Services
01900 324259
Copeland Locality Pcs
South William Street
Workington
Cumbria
CA14 2EW
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Local Stores

Cleator Moor
Leconfield Street
Cleator Moor
Cumbria
CA25 5PX
01946 812517
Store Website
4.94 miles
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SPAR Lillyhall
HILLS OF LAKELAND LTD
LONGMILE FILLING STATION
LILLYHALL
WORKINGTON
CA14 4JT
01900602068
Store Website
1.5 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

The Veterinary Clinic
Gray Street
Workington
Cumbria
CA14 2NQ
01900 602138
vets@galemirevets.co.uk
Website
3.84 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
3.95 miles
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West Lakeland Veterinary Group
Preston Street
Whitehaven
Cumbria
CA28 9DL
01946 693303
westlakelandvets@gmail.com
Website
4.96 miles
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Galemire Vets Limited
Galemire
Cleator Moor
Cumbria
CA25 5QX
01946 810295
vets@galemirevets.co.uk
Website
5.06 miles
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The Vet Whitehaven
Egremont Road
Whitehaven
Cumbria
CA28 8NH
hello@thevetwhitehaven.co.uk
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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Wakefield Road
Cockermouth
Cumbria
CA13 0HR
01900 826666
vets@millcroftvets.co.uk
Website
7.27 miles
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Disabled public access

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Local Dog Walks

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
10.02 miles

From Keswick, Take The Honister Pass (B5289) Signposted To Buttermere.
Noble Knott
A Short, Circular Forest Walk With Plenty Of Woodland And Streams To Enjoy.
CA12 5TW
11.30 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.
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
14.64 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
14.99 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.
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
19.34 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
21.33 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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