Welcome to Raisbeck

Raisbeck is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated in the Eden district and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque views and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for tourists looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the main attractions in Raisbeck is the St. Oswald's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and features a beautiful stained glass window that was designed by the famous artist, Edward Burne-Jones. Visitors can also explore the churchyard, which is home to several historic graves and monuments.

Another popular attraction in Raisbeck is the Raisbeck Village Hall, which hosts a variety of events throughout the year. From live music performances to community gatherings, the village hall is a hub of activity for locals and visitors alike. The hall also features a small library and a playground for children, making it a great place for families to spend an afternoon. Overall, Raisbeck is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Cumbria.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: 8.8°C

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Wind: 3.6 MPH

Wind Dir: S

Local Schools

School	Details
Orton C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Emma Pomfret	Orton Penrith Cumbria CA10 3RG 01539624268 School Website
Tebay Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Helen Wright (Interim Head)	Tebay Penrith Cumbria CA10 3XB
Asby Endowed School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Michelle Clark	Great Asby Appleby In Westmorland Cumbria CA16 6EX 01768351154 School Website
Crosby Ravensworth C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Duncan Priestley	Crosby Ravensworth Penrith Cumbria CA10 3JJ 01931715265 School Website
Shap Endowed C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katie Chappell	Shap Penrith Cumbria CA10 3NL 01931716274 School Website
Grayrigg C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kirsty Cooper	Grayrigg Kendal Cumbria LA8 9BU 01539824676 School Website
Kirkby Stephen Grammar School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Gary Hartley	Christian Head Kirkby Stephen Cumbria CA17 4HA 01768371693 School Website
Warcop C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sally Linsley	Warcop Appleby In Westmorland Cumbria CA16 6NX 01768341471 School Website
Kirkby Stephen Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Capstick	Nateby Road Kirkby Stephen Cumbria CA17 4AE 01768371387 School Website
Selside Endowed C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr June Lowther	Selside Kendal Cumbria LA8 9LB 01539823649 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Kirkby Stephen Wiseber Road, Near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4LE 7.25 Miles

Appleby Clifford Street, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6TT 8.57 Miles

Burneside Station Road, Burneside, Cumbria, LA9 6RD 11.56 Miles

Kendal Station Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6BT 11.88 Miles

Staveley Station Road, Staveley, Cumbria, LA8 9NG 12.51 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
B D Taxis 017683 71682 1 Riverside Cottages, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4PH 6.84 Miles
Prima Taxis 017683 72557 22 The Crescent, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4AF 8.11 Miles
Appleby Cars 07895 900991 9 High Wiend, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6RD 8.23 Miles
Appleby Travel 017683 52220 16 Boroughgate, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XB 8.29 Miles
Appleby Taxis 017683 52772 Unit 3/Horsepower House/Crosscroft Ind Est, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6HX 8.35 Miles
Mmk Appleby Taxis 017683 53106 Long Marton Rd, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XX 8.80 Miles
Ladycab Taxis 01539 266002 30 Bainbridge Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5AU 9.54 Miles
On Time Taxis 07917 801878 56 Mary Fell, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5AW 9.68 Miles
J V R Taxis 017683 52382 Mid Town Farmhouse, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6LU 9.79 Miles
Steel Taxis 01539 724217 32 Langdale Cres, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6JU 11.56 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Greenholme D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dr Dunning - Orton Surgery	Orton Surgery Market Hall Orton Penrith Cumbria CA10 3RQ
Shap Medical Practice 01931 716230	Shap Health Centre Peggy Nut Croft, Shap Penrith Cumbria CA10 3LW
Upper Eden Medical Practice 01768 371369	The Health Centre Silver Street Kirkby Stephen Cumbria CA17 4RB
Appleby Medical Practice 01768 351584	The Riverside Building Chapel Street Appleby Cumbria CA16 6QR
Eden Primary Care Network Hub 017683 51584	Appleby Medical Practice The Riverside Building Chapel Street, Appleby Cumbria CA16 6QR

Local Stores

Shap
Main Street
Shap
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 3NE
01931 716202
Store Website
7.14 miles

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SPAR Gregson Kirkby Stephen
35-41
High Street
Kirkby Stephen
CA17 4SG
01768 371353
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Tarn Farm Vets
Ground Floor Office, Unit 3 J39 Green Farm Business Park Shap Penrith Cumbria CA10 3PW 01931 716024 bencowvet@gmail.com Website 6.48 miles
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Pendragon Vets Ltd
Hamilton House St. Lukes Road Kirkby Stephen Cumbria CA17 4HT 01768 371 359 vets@pendragonvets.co.uk Website 7.86 miles
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Forrest Home Vets
Moresdale Hall East Lambrigg Kendal Cumbria LA8 0DH 01539 824707 admin@forresthomevets.com Website 8.06 miles

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Old Hall Veterinary Centre
April House Crosscroft Industrial Estate Appleby Cumbria CA16 6HX 01768 351507 info@oldhallvets.co.uk Website 8.42 miles

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Tethera Veterinary Services Limited
Crosscroft Industrial Estate Appleby-In-Westmorland Cumbria CA16 6HX 8.42 miles
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Farm Gate Veterinary Services Ltd
14 Long Lane Sedbergh Cumbria LA10 5AH 01539 620335 9.61 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 15.36 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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Skelghyll Woods
A Walk Through Woodlands, With Views Over Lake Windermere. LA22 0DH 16.84 miles From Ambleside, Take The A591 Towards Windermere. Turn Into The Car Park On The Edge Of Ambleside, On The Left Next To The Fisherbeck Hotel.

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Rydal
A Lovely Linear Walk Which Passes Through The Grounds Of Rydal Hall. The Walk Goes On A Gradual Climb, Offering Views Of Lake Windermere. LA22 9LX 17.39 miles From Ableside, Take The A591 Towards Grasmere And Turn Left To Follow The Sign For Rydal Hall.

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Muker
Beautiful Scenery But Not An Easy Walk Lot Of Stiles And Steep, But There Are Different Routes All Well Marked So You Can Do A Short Easy One If You Want. Toilets And Shops In Muker. Guildy Hall Muker Richmond DL11 6QG 17.47 miles

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Windermere
Windermere Lake Is 10.5 Miles Long, One Mile Wide And 220 Feet Deep, Making It The Largest Natural Lake In England. It Is Surrounded By Mountain Peaks And Villages, Including Bowness-On-Windermere. LA22 0LR 17.51 miles Take The B5285 From Hawkshead To Far Sawrey. Continue On Through Far Sawrey And Follow The Signs To Windermere.

Grasmere
Grasmere Is One Of The Smaller Lakes In The Lake District And Gives Its Name To The Village Of Grasmere, Which Lies Immediately To The North Of The Lake. This Walk Follows Beside Rivers And Grasmere Lake, Offering Stunning Scenery. LA22 9SE 18.41 miles Take The A591 From Ambleside In The Direction Of Keswick. Just After You Pas Through Pydal, Park At White Moss Car Park, Just Off The Left Hand Side Of The Road.

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Weather Forecast

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