Welcome to High Water Head

High Water Head is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. The village is situated in the northern part of the county, close to the Scottish border. High Water Head is known for its beautiful countryside, which is popular with walkers and hikers. The village is also home to a number of historic buildings, including a 12th-century church and a 17th-century manor house.

One of the main attractions of High Water Head is its proximity to the Lake District National Park. The park is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the UK, attracting millions of visitors each year. The park is home to a number of stunning lakes, including Windermere, Coniston Water, and Ullswater. Visitors to the park can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and water sports.

High Water Head is also close to a number of other popular tourist destinations in Cumbria, including the historic city of Carlisle and the coastal town of Whitehaven. Carlisle is home to a number of historic buildings, including a medieval castle and a cathedral. Whitehaven is a popular destination for those interested in maritime history, with a number of museums and attractions dedicated to the town's seafaring past. Overall, High Water Head is a great base for exploring the beautiful county of Cumbria and all it has to offer.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Ivegill C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms Matthew Trickett
Ivegill
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA4 0PA
01697473397
School Website
Raughton Head C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Alison Dickinson
Raughton Head
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 7DD
01697476291
School Website
Lime House School
Other Independent School
Ages:3-18
Head Teacher
Mr Andy Guest
Holm Hill
Dalston
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 7BX
01228710225
School Website
Stoneraise School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Clem Coady
Durdar
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 7AT
01228712277
School Website
Wreay Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Rob Blake
Wreay
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA4 0RL
1697473275
School Website
Calthwaite C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Jonathan Harvey
Calthwaite
Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 9QT
01768885277
School Website
High Hesket C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Amy Harvey
High Hesket
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA4 0HU
01697473386
School Website
St Michaels C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr L Smith
Dalston
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 7LN
01228711544
School Website
Caldew School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Victoria Jackson
Dalston
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 7NN
01228710044
School Website
Skelton School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Sam King
Skelton
Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 9SE
01768484367
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Dalston
Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LT
5.05 Miles
Armathwaite
Station Road, Armathwaite, Cumbria, CA4 9PL
6.59 Miles
Carlisle
Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
7.59 Miles
Wetheral
Wetheral, Wetheral, Cumbria, CA4 8JP
8.11 Miles
Lazonby And Kirkoswald
Seat Hill, Lazonby, Cumbria, CA10 1DL
9.46 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Barry's Taxi
07766 700020
103 Cant Cr, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 4JJ
6.58 Miles
Cook Alastair
01228 401022
74 Edgehill Rd, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 3PR
6.88 Miles
Prestige Taxi
07928 679598
Argyll Drive, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 3PB
7.04 Miles
Carlisle Drivers
01228 515818
Stephenson Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 3NX
7.14 Miles
Metro Taxis
01228 522088
Norfolk Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5JA
7.21 Miles
Beeline Taxis
01228 534440
35 London Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2JZ
7.38 Miles
Radio Taxis
01228 527575
Unit 10 Robert Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5AN
7.44 Miles
Prestige Travel Carlisle
07783 746060
37 Yewdale Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 7SP
7.65 Miles
Executive Cabs Ltd
01228 529957
410 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2RU
7.83 Miles
Executive Cars
01228 524010
310 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2BX
7.86 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
High Bridge (Sdc)
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Ivegill (Sdc)
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Thackwood Nook (Sdc)
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Steelgate (Sdc)
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:10:30
Saturday Last Collection:08:45
Ivegill Road End (Sdc)
Collection Today available until:16:15
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Stockdalewath (Sdc)
No More Collections Today
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Cowrigg (Sdc)
No More Collections Today
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Windyfell (Sdc)
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Raughtonhead (Sdc)
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Sowerby Row (Sdc)
No More Collections Today
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Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Gaitsgill Dalston (Sdc)
No More Collections Today
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Sour Nook (Sdc)
No More Collections Today
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Sebergham
Collection Today available until:16:30
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Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Southwaite Sces Southbound
Collection Today available until:16:00
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Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Rose Castle (Sdc)
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:11:30
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Court Thorn Surgery
01697 473548
Court Thorn Surgery
Low Hesket
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA4 0HP
Dalston Medical Group
01228 710451
Dalston Medical Group
The Surgery,Townsend Road
Dalston
Carlisle
CA5 7PZ
Caldbeck Surgery
01697 478254
Caldbeck Surgery
Friar Row,Caldbeck
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 8DS
Carlisle Healthcare South
Site
1 Locke Road
Durranhill Industrial Estate
Carlisle
CA1 3UB
Dr Britton 42 Blackwell Road
01228 531975
42 Blackwell Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA2 4EQ
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Local Stores

Dalston - Carlisle
Townhead Road
Dalston
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 7QS
01228 712714
Store Website
4.66 miles
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SPAR London Road
Carleton Filling Station
London Road
Carlisle
CA4 0AA
01228 592479
Store Website
6.0 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Paragon Veterinary Group
Carlisle House, Townhead Road
Dalston
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 7JF
01228 710208
vets@paragonvet.com
Website
4.80 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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The Green Veterinary Surgery
Skelton
Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 9SQ
01768 484258
vets@greenvetskelton.co.uk
Website
5.26 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

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Coomara Veterinary Practice
Coomara
Carleton
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA4 0BU
01228 524740
coomara@coomara.co.uk
5.40 miles
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Falcon Veterinary Group
330 London Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA1 3ER
01228 558833
info@falconvet.co.uk
Website
6.57 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Dogs

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Poultry

Small Mammals

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Oak Tree Surgery
Orchard Yard
Wetheral
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA4 8JA
01228 710208
vets@paragonvet.com
Website
6.79 miles
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Coomara Veterinary Practice
Chertsey House
Chertsey Grove
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA1 2QX
01228 524740
admin@coomara.co.uk
Website
6.91 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

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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
8.83 miles

Location
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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
11.63 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.
Location
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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
12.27 miles

Access Via A69, Take The Turning 'Hayton And Town Head - Car Park For The Woods Is About 200 Yards From The Turn
Location
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Talkin Tarn
Its A Quiet Park With A Lake Away From Roads.
B6413
13.11 miles

Brampton
Location
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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
13.73 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
15.11 miles

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