Welcome to Park Broom

Park Broom is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated near the town of Wigton and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its peaceful atmosphere and friendly community. It is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the tranquility of rural England.

One of the main attractions of Park Broom is its proximity to the Lake District National Park. The park is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, offering stunning scenery and a range of outdoor activities. Visitors can hike through the hills and valleys, go boating on the lakes, or simply relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the area. The park is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, otters, and rare birds.

Despite its small size, Park Broom has a rich history and a number of interesting landmarks. The village church, St. Mary's, dates back to the 12th century and is a beautiful example of Norman architecture. The nearby village of Caldbeck is also worth a visit, with its picturesque cottages and traditional pubs. Overall, Park Broom is a charming and peaceful village that offers a taste of rural England at its best.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Holm Cultram Abbey C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Headteacher Andrea Worthington
Abbey Town
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 4RU
01697361261
School Website
Kirkbride Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Karen Barley
Kirkbride
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 5JR
01697351483
School Website
Thomlinson Junior School
Community School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Ms Dawn Maxwell
The Goose Market
High Street
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9PG
01697342432
School Website
St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Ann-Marie Handford
Eastend
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9HZ
01697343119
School Website
Wigton Infant School
Community School
Ages:4-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Joanne Lloyd
Longthwaite Road
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9JR
01697342649
School Website
The Nelson Thomlinson School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Sam Northwood
High Street
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9PX
01697342160
School Website
Solway Community Technology College
Community School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mrs Tom Hailwood
Liddell Street
Silloth
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 4DD
01697331234
School Website
Silloth Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Catherine Bellas
Liddel Street
Silloth
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 4DR
01697331243
School Website
Boltons C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Amanda Pitcher
Bolton Low Houses
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 8PA
01697342217
School Website
St Matthews C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Helen Harrison
Westnewton
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 3NT
01697320545
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Wigton
Station Road, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA
4.27 Miles
Aspatria
Station Road, Aspatria, Cumbria, CA7 2AW
7.46 Miles
Annan
Station Road, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6AS
8.79 Miles
Dalston
Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LT
10.81 Miles
Gretna Green
Station Road, Off Glasgow Road, Gretna Green, Dumfries And Galloway, DG16 5HF
12.50 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Station House Taxis
016973 43148
Station House, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA
4.24 Miles
Thomason Travel
016973 44116
Station House, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA
4.24 Miles
Carrs Coaches
016973 31276
Control Tower, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 4NS
4.76 Miles
Solway Private Hire
016973 32310
32 Greenrow Meadows, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 4HY
5.11 Miles
Able Travel
016973 31508
Burnswark Terrace, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 4EF
5.19 Miles
Silloth Taxis
016973 31508
Burnswark Terrace, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 4EF
5.19 Miles
Tartan Carriages
01461 203562
Linden House, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6BG
8.94 Miles
Donnas Taxis
01461 201111
8 Cumberland Ter, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6DZ
9.01 Miles
Cars
07733 778007
1 S View, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6PQ
9.06 Miles
Auberge Taxis
01461 207676
82 High St, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6DW
9.07 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

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Wheyrigg D
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Newton Arlosh D
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Lesson Hall D
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Seaville D
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Blencogo D
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Waverbridge D
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Kirkbride Airfield D
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Bromfield D
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Waverton (Sdc)
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Kirkbride Village (Sdc)
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
The Croft Surgery
01697 351207
The Croft Surgery
Kirkbride
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 5JH
Wigton Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Cross Lane
Wigton
CA7 9DD
Wigton Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Cross Lane
Wigton
CA7 9DD
Wigton Group Medical Practice
01697 342254
Wigton Group Medical Prac
South End
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9QD
Silloth Group Medical Practice
01697 331309
Lawn Terrace
Silloth On Solway
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 4AH
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Local Stores

Wigton - Station Road
Station Road
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9AF
01697 345232
Store Website
4.44 miles
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SPAR King Street
40
King Street
Wigton
CA7 9EJ
01697 343903
Store Website
4.5 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Belle Vue Vets Ltd
Syke Park
Syke Road
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9NE
01697 342174
info@wigtonvets.co.uk
Website
5.31 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
8A Station Road
Aspatria
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 2AL
01900 826666
vets@millcroftvets.co.uk
Website
7.36 miles
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Firth Veterinary Centre
3-5 Ednam Street
Annan
Dumfriesshire
DG12 6EF
01461 202420
mail@firthvets.co.uk
Website
8.97 miles
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Ark Veterinary Centre Limited
12 Murray Street
Annan
Dumfriesshire
DG12 6EG
01461 203827
9.03 miles
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Paragon Veterinary Group
Carlisle House, Townhead Road
Dalston
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 7JF
01228 710208
vets@paragonvet.com
Website
10.73 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Richard Martin House
275 Wigton Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA2 6JY
01228521393
support@cr-vets.co.uk
Website
11.66 miles
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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
12.70 miles

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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
17.07 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.
Noble Knott
A Short, Circular Forest Walk With Plenty Of Woodland And Streams To Enjoy.
CA12 5TW
17.18 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
18.46 miles

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

Access Via A69, Take The Turning 'Hayton And Town Head - Car Park For The Woods Is About 200 Yards From The Turn
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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
21.98 miles

From Keswick, Take The Honister Pass (B5289) Signposted To Buttermere.
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