Welcome to Mellguards

Mellguards is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated in the northern part of the county, close to the Scottish border. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and lush green fields. Mellguards is a peaceful and quiet place, with a close-knit community that is proud of its heritage and traditions.

One of the main attractions of Mellguards is its stunning natural beauty. The village is surrounded by the Lake District National Park, which is one of the most beautiful and scenic areas in the UK. The park is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including red deer, otters, and rare birds such as the golden eagle. Visitors to Mellguards can enjoy hiking, cycling, and fishing in the park, as well as taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Mellguards is also home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks. The village church, St. Mary's, dates back to the 12th century and is a beautiful example of Norman architecture. The nearby ruins of Mellguards Castle are also worth a visit, as they offer a glimpse into the area's rich history. Overall, Mellguards is a charming and picturesque village that is well worth a visit for anyone looking to experience the beauty and tranquility of rural England.

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
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
Wreay Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Rob Blake
Wreay
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA4 0RL
1697473275
School Website
Stoneraise School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Clem Coady
Durdar
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 7AT
01228712277
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
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
Armathwaite School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Helen Hepworth
Armathwaite
Station Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA4 9PW
01697472296
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
Cumwhinton School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Eleanor Dobson
School Road
Cumwhinton
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA4 8DU
01228560400
School Website
Petteril Bank School
Academy Converter
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Lisa Bland
Burnett Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA1 3BX
1228631650
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Armathwaite
Station Road, Armathwaite, Cumbria, CA4 9PL
3.96 Miles
Dalston
Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LT
5.70 Miles
Wetheral
Wetheral, Wetheral, Cumbria, CA4 8JP
6.00 Miles
Carlisle
Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
6.77 Miles
Lazonby And Kirkoswald
Seat Hill, Lazonby, Cumbria, CA10 1DL
7.41 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Cook Alastair
01228 401022
74 Edgehill Rd, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 3PR
5.59 Miles
Barry's Taxi
07766 700020
103 Cant Cr, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 4JJ
5.67 Miles
Prestige Taxi
07928 679598
Argyll Drive, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 3PB
5.80 Miles
Carlisle Drivers
01228 515818
Stephenson Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 3NX
5.96 Miles
Wetherall Taxis
01228 561112
17 Faustin Hill, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA4 8JZ
6.07 Miles
Beeline Taxis
01228 534440
35 London Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2JZ
6.47 Miles
Metro Taxis
01228 522088
Norfolk Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5JA
6.59 Miles
Executive Cabs Ltd
01228 529957
410 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2RU
6.60 Miles
Radio Taxis
01228 527575
Unit 10 Robert Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5AN
6.64 Miles
Executive Cars
01228 524010
310 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2BX
6.73 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Southwaite Sces Southbound
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Ivegill Road End (Sdc)
Collection Today available until:16:15
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Ivegill (Sdc)
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High Hesket (Sdc)
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Aiket Gate (Sdc)
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Steelgate (Sdc)
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Gaitsgill Dalston (Sdc)
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Cotehill (Sdc)
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Court Thorn Surgery
01697 473548
Court Thorn Surgery
Low Hesket
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA4 0HP
Carlisle Healthcare South
Site
1 Locke Road
Durranhill Industrial Estate
Carlisle
CA1 3UB
Dalston Medical Group
01228 710451
Dalston Medical Group
The Surgery,Townsend Road
Dalston
Carlisle
CA5 7PZ
Dr Weaving Yew Tree Cottage
Wetherall
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA4 8JD
Cumbria Health On Call Extended Access
01228 514830
Hilltop Heights
London Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA1 2NS
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Local Stores

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

Coomara Veterinary Practice
Coomara
Carleton
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA4 0BU
01228 524740
coomara@coomara.co.uk
3.49 miles
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Oak Tree Surgery
Orchard Yard
Wetheral
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA4 8JA
01228 710208
vets@paragonvet.com
Website
4.59 miles
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Falcon Veterinary Group
330 London Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA1 3ER
01228 558833
info@falconvet.co.uk
Website
5.36 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Coomara Veterinary Practice
Chertsey House
Chertsey Grove
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA1 2QX
01228 524740
admin@coomara.co.uk
Website
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The Green Veterinary Surgery
Skelton
Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 9SQ
01768 484258
vets@greenvetskelton.co.uk
Website
6.21 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
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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
8.17 miles

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
9.87 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
10.58 miles

Brampton
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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
11.43 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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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
16.25 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
17.58 miles

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