Welcome to Roughsike

Roughsike 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. The area is popular with walkers and hikers, who come to explore the many trails and paths that crisscross the landscape.

Despite its small size, Roughsike has a rich history. The village dates back to the medieval period, and there are several historic buildings and landmarks to explore. One of the most notable is the village church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture, with a striking tower and intricate carvings.

Today, Roughsike is a quiet and peaceful village, with a close-knit community of residents. There are several local amenities, including a village hall, a post office, and a small shop. The village is also home to a number of small businesses, including a pub and a café. Overall, Roughsike is a charming and picturesque village, with plenty to offer visitors who are looking for a peaceful and relaxing break in the heart of the English countryside.

Local Weather

Sunny

Temp: 2.3°C

Feels Like: 0.9°C

Wind: 3.4 MPH

Wind Dir: WSW

Local Schools

School Details
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
Silloth Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Catherine Bellas
Liddel Street
Silloth
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 4DR
01697331243
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
Kirkbride Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Karen Barley
Kirkbride
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 5JR
01697351483
School Website
Longtown Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Ms Jemma Nicholson
Mary Street
Longtown
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA6 5UG
1228791203
Burgh By Sands School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sonia Southern
Burgh By Sands
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 6AP
01228576397
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
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Lockerbie
Station Road, Lockerbie, Dumfries And Galloway, DG11 2HA
1.76 Miles
Dumfries
Lovers Walk, Dumfries, Dumfries And Galloway, DG1 1NF
8.80 Miles
Annan
Station Road, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6AS
11.21 Miles
Gretna Green
Station Road, Off Glasgow Road, Gretna Green, Dumfries And Galloway, DG16 5HF
15.40 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Elite Bridal And Executive Cars
01387 811121
The Heck, Lockerbie, Dumfries And Galloway, DG11 1JD
1.53 Miles
M Y Taxis
01576 202491
3 Cruden Terr, Lockerbie, Dumfries And Galloway, DG11 2HY
1.87 Miles
Robbie's Private Hire
01387 810810
Motte House, Lockerbie, Dumfries And Galloway, DG11 1QN
1.94 Miles
Cab And Airport Shuttle Services
07525 168316
1 Anne Arundel Court Heathhal, Dumfries, Dumfries And Galloway, DG1 3SL
7.34 Miles
Lochar Cabs
01387 711811
12 Knowehead Road, Dumfries, Dumfries And Galloway, DG1 1UH
7.43 Miles
Howie Airport Connections
07876 023217
Wallamhill Road, Dumfries, Dumfries And Galloway, DG1 1XE
7.50 Miles
A To B Taxis
01387 710007
65 Burntscarth Green, Dumfries, Dumfries And Galloway, DG1 1UL
7.56 Miles
Dumfries Taxis
07784 920096
7 Downs Place, Dumfries, Dumfries And Galloway, DG1 3RF
7.62 Miles
Premier Taxis And Private Hire
01387 250000
5 Gateside, Dumfries, Dumfries And Galloway, DG1 3JU
7.83 Miles
Campbells Cabs
01387 268249
40 Mckie Avenue, Dumfries, Dumfries And Galloway, DG1 2HJ
8.91 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Greenhill (Sdc)
No More Collections Today
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Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Dumfries Road D
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beckton Road D
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Victoria Park D
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dryfebridge (Sdc)
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:12:00
Saturday Last Collection:09:00
St Brydes Terrace D
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kintail Park D
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Street (Sdc)
Collection Today available until:16:00
Weekday Last Collection:16:00
Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Annandale Crescent D
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lochmaben
Collection Today available until:16:30
Weekday Last Collection:16:30
Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Lockerbie Do (Lcp) (Sdc)
Collection Today available until:17:30
Weekday Last Collection:17:30
Saturday Last Collection:12:30
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Sherwood Park D
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Leamington Square D
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gala Park (Sdc)
Collection Today available until:16:00
Weekday Last Collection:16:00
Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Bridge Street 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
The Croft Surgery
01697 351207
The Croft Surgery
Kirkbride
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 5JH
Silloth Group Medical Practice
01697 331309
Lawn Terrace
Silloth On Solway
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 4AH
Longtown Medical Centre
01228 791328
Longtown Medical Centre
Moor Road
Longtown
CA6 5XA
Longtown Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Moor Road
Longtown
Carlisle
CA6 5XA
Longtown Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Moor Road
Longtown
Carlisle
CA6 5XA
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Local Stores

Dumfries
202-204 Lochside Road
Dumfries
Dumfries
DG2 0EB
01387 721627
Store Website
9.94 miles
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SPAR Lockerbie
36
Bridge Street
LOCKERBIE
DG11 2HE
01576 202478
Store Website
1.8 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Ark Veterinary Centre Limited
Glasgow Road
Lockerbie
Dumfriesshire
DG11 2SE
01576 202552
enquiries@arkvetcentre.co.uk
Website
1.46 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Deer

Dogs

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Exotic/Wild

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Poultry

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Dryfe Vets Ltd
1 Mains Street
Lockerbie
Dumfriesshire
DG11 2DG
01576 202573
vets@dryfevets.co.uk
Website
1.73 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Cattle

Deer

Dogs

Equines

Exotic/Wild

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Poultry

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Fiona Dalgliesh Veterinary Services
Thorniethwaite Farm
Lockerbie
Dumfriesshire
DG11 1JH
07792 391257
flo451@hotmail.com
2.45 miles
Animals Treated
Cattle

Equines

Sheep/Goats

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Nithsdale Vets Limited
The Vet Centre
Martinton Place
Heathhall
Dumfries
Dumfriesshire
DG1 3QN
01387 253402
nithsdalevc@hotmail.co.uk
Website
7.38 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Sat09:0014:00
By appointment from 11.30am
Sunclosedclosed
By appointment
D. Birch Micking Equipment + Machinery Hire
Unit 3
Downsway Industrial Estate
Dumfries
Dumfriesshire
DG1 3RS
01848 330982
nithsdalevets@hotmail.co.uk
7.55 miles
Animals Treated
Cattle

Sheep/Goats

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Charnwood Veterinary Centre
5 Charnwood Road
Dumfries
Dumfriesshire
DG1 3AG
01387 253 438
charvets@btconnect.com
Website
8.84 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Cattle

Deer

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Pigs

Sheep/Goats

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Thornhill And The Covenanters Graveyard
36 A76
Thornhill
DG3 5AY
17.80 miles

Location
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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
23.22 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
29.25 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
30.56 miles

Brampton
Location
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Noble Knott
A Short, Circular Forest Walk With Plenty Of Woodland And Streams To Enjoy.
CA12 5TW
36.41 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.
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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
36.49 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.
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Weather Forecast

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