Welcome to Harras

Harras Cumbria is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. The village is situated on the coast of the Irish Sea and is known for its beautiful beaches and stunning views. The village is home to a small population of around 500 people and is a popular tourist destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the main attractions of Harras Cumbria is its beautiful beaches. The village is home to several beaches, including the popular Harras Beach and the quieter St. Bees Beach. Both beaches offer stunning views of the Irish Sea and are perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and relaxing. The beaches are also popular with surfers and kiteboarders, who come to the village to take advantage of the excellent waves and wind conditions.

In addition to its beaches, Harras Cumbria is also known for its rich history and culture. The village is home to several historic landmarks, including the St. Bees Priory, which dates back to the 12th century. The priory is a popular tourist attraction and is known for its stunning architecture and beautiful gardens. The village is also home to several museums and galleries, which showcase the history and culture of the area. Overall, Harras Cumbria is a beautiful and charming village that offers something for everyone.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 8.8°C

Feels Like: 6.1°C

Wind: 10.7 MPH

Wind Dir: SSE

Local Schools

School	Details
St James C Of E Junior School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Ms Andrew Beattie	Wellington Row Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 7HG 01946695311 School Website
St James C Of E Infant School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Alex Moore	High Street Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 7PZ 01946691970 School Website
Bransty Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanne Fearon	Mona Road Bransty Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 6EG 0 194663590 School Website
Jericho Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr James Blackwell	Windsor Court Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 6UX 01946514545 School Website
St Beghs Catholic Junior School Voluntary Aided School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Catherine Mallard	Coach Road Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 7TE 01946696959 School Website
St Benedicts Catholic High School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Emma Jackson	Red Lonning Hensingham Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 8UG 01946692275 School Website
Mayfield School Community Special School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mrs Samantha Kidd	Moresby Road Hensingham Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 8TU 01946691253 School Website
St Gregory And St Patricks Catholic Infant School Voluntary Aided School Ages:2-7 Head Teacher Mrs Kirsty Rowell	Esk Avenue Corkickle Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 8AJ 01946595010 School Website
Hensingham Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Cate Floyd	Main Street Yanwath Primary School Penrith Cumbria CA28 8QZ 1946690021 School Website
The Whitehaven Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Nigel Youngman	Cleator Moor Road Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 8TY 1946595400 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Whitehaven Station Approach, Off Bransty Row, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6AX 0.56 Miles

Corkickle Station Road, Corkickle, Cumbria, CA28 8AP 0.75 Miles

Parton The Square, Parton, Cumbria, CA28 6PA 1.38 Miles

St Bees Main Street, St Bees, Cumbria, CA27 0BZ 3.99 Miles

Harrington Grecian Terrace, Harrington, Cumbria, CA14 5QQ 4.19 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
A2b Taxis 01946 599407 74 Bransty Rd, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6EY 0.69 Miles
Downton Travel 01946 691511 Meadow Rd, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9HY 1.18 Miles
L And G Taxis 01946 66644 Armier, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9PN 1.37 Miles
White Line Taxis 01946 66111 Unit 8C/Sneckyeat Rd Ind Est, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8PF 1.47 Miles
Abbey Cabs 01946 63000 Unit 2C/Sneckyeat Rd Ind Est, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8PF 1.47 Miles
Klm Cabs 01946 66007 3 Loweswater Av, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9NR 1.56 Miles
Marteeny Taxis 01946 690045 7 Grisedale Cl, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8DF 1.60 Miles
J And J Taxis 01946 691415 Lakeland Ave, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9PY 1.65 Miles
Alpha Cabs 01946 692233 45 Buttermere Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9PX 1.70 Miles
Brass Cabs 01946 67070 44 Wasdale Close, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9SZ 1.79 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
The Highlands D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Harras Moor D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sunnyhill D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Windmill Brow D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Victoria Road D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodside Loop Road South D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Countess Road D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Duke Street D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bransty Row D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Highfield Road D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bay Vista D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tangier Street D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Morrisons (Sdc) Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Aikbank Loop Road North D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Corkickle D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Lowther Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	1 Castle Meadows Whitehaven CA28 7RG
Lowther Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	1 Castle Meadows Whitehaven CA28 7RG
Lowther Medical Centre 01946 692241	Lowther Medical Centre 1 Castle Meadows Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 7RG
Flatt Walks	Flatt Walks Health Centre Castle Mews Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 7QE
Queen Street Medical Practice 01946 694457	Richard Benedict House 149 Queen Street Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 7BA

Local Stores

Cleator Moor
Leconfield Street
Cleator Moor
Cumbria
CA25 5PX
01946 812517
Store Website
2.76 miles

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SPAR Pelican Service Station
Loop Road North
Whitehaven
CA28 6EA
01946 599696
Store Website
0.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

West Lakeland Veterinary Group
Preston Street Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 9DL 01946 693303 westlakelandvets@gmail.com Website 0.88 miles
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The Vet Whitehaven
Egremont Road Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 8NH hello@thevetwhitehaven.co.uk Website 1.42 miles
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Galemire Vets Limited
Galemire Cleator Moor Cumbria CA25 5QX 01946 810295 vets@galemirevets.co.uk Website 2.28 miles
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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
66A Main Street Egremont Cumbria CA22 2DB 01946 820513 vets@millcroftvets.co.uk Website 5.04 miles
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West Lakeland Veterinary Group
55 Main Street Egremont Cumbria CA22 2DB 01946 820312 westlakelandvets@gmail.com Website 5.04 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 5.83 miles
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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 12.20 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 14.69 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 17.83 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 18.40 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 20.68 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 23.02 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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