Welcome to Knock

Knock is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated in the northern part of the county, near the Scottish border. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the stunning scenery and peaceful atmosphere. The village has a rich history and is home to several historic buildings and landmarks, including the Knock Castle ruins.

One of the main attractions in Knock is the Knock Castle ruins. The castle was built in the 14th century and was once a grand fortress that played an important role in the history of the region. Today, the castle is in ruins, but it still attracts visitors who come to explore the site and learn about its history. The castle is surrounded by beautiful gardens and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Another popular attraction in Knock is the Knock Pike viewpoint. This viewpoint offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular spot for hikers and nature lovers. The viewpoint is located on a hilltop and can be reached by a short hike from the village. Visitors can enjoy a picnic or simply relax and take in the stunning views. Overall, Knock is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of Cumbria.

Local Weather

Sunny

Temp: 2.3°C

Feels Like: 0.9°C

Wind: 3.4 MPH

Wind Dir: WSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Long Marton School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Smith	Long Marton Appleby In Westmorland Cumbria CA16 6BT 01768361397 School Website
Milburn School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Headteacher Nick Page	Milburn Penrith Cumbria CA10 1TN 01768361514 School Website
Kirkby Thore School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Neal Banner	Kirkby Thore Penrith Cumbria CA10 1UU 01768361497 School Website
Bolton Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Ruth Elstone	Bolton Appleby In Westmorland Cumbria CA16 6AW 01768361511 School Website
Appleby Grammar School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Ms Elaine Sargent	Battlebarrow Appleby-In-Westmorland Cumbria CA16 6XU 1768351580 School Website
Appleby Primary School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher David Spruce	Station Road Appleby In Westmorland Cumbria CA16 6TX 01768351431 School Website
Temple Sowerby C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karl Laithwaite	Temple Sowerby Penrith Cumbria CA10 1RZ 01768361512 School Website
Culgaith C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Lynn Dobinson	Culgaith Penrith Cumbria CA10 1QL 0 176888655 School Website
Morland Area C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Donnelly-Stott	Morland Penrith Cumbria CA10 3AT 01931714668 School Website
Langwathby C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sally Hay	Salkeld Road Langwathby Penrith Cumbria CA10 1ND 01768881295 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Appleby Clifford Street, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6TT 4.03 Miles

Langwathby Stoney Bank / A686, Langwathby, Cumbria, CA10 1NZ 7.11 Miles

Penrith Ullswater Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7JQ 10.54 Miles

Lazonby And Kirkoswald Seat Hill, Lazonby, Cumbria, CA10 1DL 11.74 Miles

Kirkby Stephen Wiseber Road, Near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4LE 13.66 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Mmk Appleby Taxis 017683 53106 Long Marton Rd, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XX 3.67 Miles
Appleby Travel 017683 52220 16 Boroughgate, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XB 4.24 Miles
Appleby Cars 07895 900991 9 High Wiend, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6RD 4.30 Miles
Appleby Taxis 017683 52772 Unit 3/Horsepower House/Crosscroft Ind Est, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6HX 4.53 Miles
J V R Taxis 017683 52382 Mid Town Farmhouse, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6LU 5.26 Miles
Ace Taxis 01768 890731 8 Apple Tree Gdns, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8WG 9.37 Miles
Town Taxis Penrith 01768 868268 24 Laburnum Way, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8UJ 9.56 Miles
Access Taxis 01768 840629 21 Rimington Way, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8TG 9.65 Miles
Blackline Taxis 01768 865070 64 Pennine Way, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8EA 9.95 Miles
Bain's Taxis 01768 866633 24 Carleton Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8JN 10.02 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Knock D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Broom D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brampton D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Cross (Sdc) Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Brampton Crofts D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kirkby Thore D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Newbiggin D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Crackenthorpe D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Low Moor D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bolton D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Eden Primary Care Network Hub 017683 51584	Appleby Medical Practice The Riverside Building Chapel Street, Appleby Cumbria CA16 6QR
Appleby Medical Practice 01768 351584	The Riverside Building Chapel Street Appleby Cumbria CA16 6QR
Temple Sowerby Medical Practice 01768 361232	Linden Park Temple Sowerby Penrith Cumbria CA10 1RW
Birbeck Medical Group 01768 214620	Birbeck Medical Group Penrith H/Ctr,Bridge Lane Penrith Cumbria CA11 8HW
The Lakes Medical Practice 01768 214345	Penrith Health Centre Bridge Lane Penrith Cumbria CA11 8HW

Local Stores

Appleby In Westmoreland - The Sands
The Sands
Appleby-In-Westmorland
Cumbria
CA16 6XN
01768 352842
Store Website
4.17 miles

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SPAR Appleby-in-Westmorland
Westmorland House
8 Burroughgate
Appleby
CA16 6XB
01768 353439
Store Website
4.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Old Hall Veterinary Centre
April House Crosscroft Industrial Estate Appleby Cumbria CA16 6HX 01768 351507 info@oldhallvets.co.uk Website 4.50 miles

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Tethera Veterinary Services Limited
Crosscroft Industrial Estate Appleby-In-Westmorland Cumbria CA16 6HX 4.50 miles
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Frame Swift And Partners Llp
The Veterinary Centre Carleton Penrith Cumbria CA11 8TZ 01768 862454 vets@frameswiftandpartners.co.uk Website 9.19 miles
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Rowcliffe House Vets Ltd
Rowcliffe House Crown Square Penrith Cumbria CA11 7AB 01768 865661 10.24 miles

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Vets4pets Penrith Ltd
Inside Pets At Home, Unit 6 Castle Retail Park Ullswater Rd Penrith Cumbria CA11 7JQ 01768 866 540 penrith@vets4pets.com Website 10.54 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Veterinary Vision Ltd
Signal House Gillan Way Penrith Cumbria CA11 9BP 01768 877255 info@veterinaryvision.co.uk Website 10.56 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 9.93 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.

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Low Force To High Force
Fitzhugh Library Newbiggin 14.19 miles Start At Bowlees Visitors Centre

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Coldberry And Low Force
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 16.62 miles Walk To &Quot;Snaisgill&Quot; From The Village And You Can Keep On Track, Its All Sign Posted.

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Middleton To Mickleton
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 16.62 miles

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Stanhope Gate
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 16.62 miles Start From The Tourist Information Centre.

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Talkin Tarn
Its A Quiet Park With A Lake Away From Roads. B6413 21.58 miles Brampton

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-4.7°C	-4.4°C	-4.3°C	-3.9°C	-2.6°C	-1.1°C	0.1°C	2.2°C	2.5°C	0.5°C	1.2°C	-0.3°C

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Feels Like	-1.7°C	-2.7°C	-2.9°C	-2.7°C	0.1°C	3.7°C	7.4°C	9.4°C	9.5°C	8.4°C	6.4°C	4.6°C

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