Welcome to Port Carlisle

Port Carlisle is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated on the Solway Firth, which is a large estuary that separates England from Scotland. The village was once an important port for the transportation of goods and people between England and Scotland. Today, it is a quiet and peaceful place that attracts visitors who are interested in history, nature, and outdoor activities.

One of the main attractions of Port Carlisle is the canal that runs through the village. The canal was built in the early 19th century to connect the Solway Firth with the city of Carlisle. It was an important transportation route for coal, timber, and other goods. Today, the canal is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and walking. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll along the towpath and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Another attraction of Port Carlisle is the nearby nature reserve. The reserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, otters, and seals. Visitors can explore the reserve on foot or by bike and enjoy the beautiful scenery. The reserve is also a great place for birdwatching, with many species of birds to be seen throughout the year. Overall, Port Carlisle is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the history and natural beauty of Cumbria.

Local Schools

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Bowness On Solway Primary School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Stuart Walsh	Bowness-On-Solway Wigton Cumbria CA7 5AF 01697351384 School Website
Kirkbride Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Barley	Kirkbride Wigton Cumbria CA7 5JR 01697351483 School Website
Kirkbampton C Of E School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Andrea Armstrong	Kirkbampton Carlisle Cumbria CA5 6HX 01228576377 School Website
Burgh By Sands School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sonia Southern	Burgh By Sands Carlisle Cumbria CA5 6AP 01228576397 School Website
Wiggonby C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Andrew Brooks	Wiggonby Wigton Cumbria CA7 0JR 01697342752 School Website
Great Orton Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Matthew Walker	Great Orton Carlisle Cumbria CA5 6NA 01228711602 School Website
Rockcliffe C Of E School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Amanda Lee	Rockcliffe Carlisle Cumbria CA6 4AA 01228674631 School Website
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
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
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

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Annan Station Road, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6AS 3.89 Miles

Gretna Green Station Road, Off Glasgow Road, Gretna Green, Dumfries And Galloway, DG16 5HF 5.88 Miles

Wigton Station Road, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA 8.29 Miles

Dalston Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LT 10.58 Miles

Carlisle Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ 10.84 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Donnas Taxis 01461 201111 8 Cumberland Ter, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6DZ 3.91 Miles
Auberge Taxis 01461 207676 82 High St, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6DW 4.04 Miles
Tartan Carriages 01461 203562 Linden House, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6BG 4.05 Miles
Uk Motorhome Travel 01461 201071 Notwen Road, Lockerbie, Dumfries And Galloway, DG11 3AU 5.69 Miles
Central Cabs 01461 337306 123A Central Av, Gretna, Dumfries And Galloway, DG16 5AQ 5.73 Miles
Station House Taxis 016973 43148 Station House, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA 8.29 Miles
Thomason Travel 016973 44116 Station House, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA 8.29 Miles
Carrs Coaches 016973 31276 Control Tower, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 4NS 9.08 Miles
Prestige Travel Carlisle 07783 746060 37 Yewdale Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 7SP 9.30 Miles
City Taxis 01228 520000 Westmoor Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HD 9.37 Miles

Local Post Boxes

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Kirkbride Railway Station D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

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

Local Stores

Gretna - Annan Road
Annan Road
Gretna
Dumfries
DG16 5DH
01461 339303
Store Website
5.76 miles

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SPAR Eastriggs
3
Melbourne Avenue
EASTRIGGS
DG12 6PP
01461 40600
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Firth Veterinary Centre
3-5 Ednam Street Annan Dumfriesshire DG12 6EF 01461 202420 mail@firthvets.co.uk Website 3.95 miles

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Ark Veterinary Centre Limited
12 Murray Street Annan Dumfriesshire DG12 6EG 01461 203827 3.96 miles

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Belle Vue Vets Ltd
Syke Park Syke Road Wigton Cumbria CA7 9NE 01697 342174 info@wigtonvets.co.uk Website 9.29 miles
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Border Vets
Unit 5 Townfoot Longtown Carlisle Cumbria CA6 5LY 01228 792 999 mail@border-vets.co.uk 9.44 miles
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Capontree Veterinary Centre
Borders Business Park Longtown Carlisle Cumbria CA6 5TD 01228 791245 info@capontreevets.co.uk Website 9.68 miles
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Richard Martin House
275 Wigton Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 6JY 01228521393 support@cr-vets.co.uk Website 9.80 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 9.71 miles

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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 17.47 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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Talkin Tarn
Its A Quiet Park With A Lake Away From Roads. B6413 18.91 miles Brampton

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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 22.71 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 23.46 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 24.19 miles Keswick Is Located In The North Of The Lake District National Park And Is Well-Signposted.

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