Welcome to Ruckcroft

Ruckcroft is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated in the northern part of the county, close to the border with Scotland. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and lush green fields. It is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and explore the local area.

One of the main attractions in Ruckcroft is the historic St. Mary's Church. This beautiful church dates back to the 12th century and is a fine example of Norman architecture. It is a popular destination for visitors who come to admire the stunning stained glass windows and intricate carvings. The church is also home to a number of interesting historical artifacts, including a 14th-century font and a 17th-century pulpit.

Another popular attraction in Ruckcroft is the nearby Hadrian's Wall. This ancient wall was built by the Romans in the 2nd century AD and stretches for 73 miles across northern England. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the country. Visitors to Ruckcroft can explore the wall and learn about its fascinating history at the nearby visitor center. There are also a number of walking trails in the area, which offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 5.2°C

Feels Like: 3.2°C

Wind: 5.4 MPH

Wind Dir: SSE

Local Schools

School	Details
Armathwaite School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Hepworth	Armathwaite Station Road Carlisle Cumbria CA4 9PW 01697472296 School Website
Kirkoswald C Of E School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Greta Ellis	Kirkoswald Penrith Cumbria CA10 1EN 01768898461 School Website
Lazonby C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Davies	Lazonby Penrith Cumbria CA10 1BL 01768898458 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
Calthwaite C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Jonathan Harvey	Calthwaite Penrith Cumbria CA11 9QT 01768885277 School Website
Plumpton School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Penny	Plumpton Penrith Cumbria CA11 9PA 01768894247 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
Langwathby C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sally Hay	Salkeld Road Langwathby Penrith Cumbria CA10 1ND 01768881295 School Website
Castle Carrock School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Anna Carroll	Castle Carrock Brampton Cumbria CA8 9LU 01228670393 School Website
Ivegill C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Matthew Trickett	Ivegill Carlisle Cumbria CA4 0PA 01697473397 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Armathwaite Station Road, Armathwaite, Cumbria, CA4 9PL 2.07 Miles

Lazonby And Kirkoswald Seat Hill, Lazonby, Cumbria, CA10 1DL 2.30 Miles

Langwathby Stoney Bank / A686, Langwathby, Cumbria, CA10 1NZ 7.30 Miles

Wetheral Wetheral, Wetheral, Cumbria, CA4 8JP 7.67 Miles

Penrith Ullswater Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7JQ 9.03 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Wetherall Taxis 01228 561112 17 Faustin Hill, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA4 8JZ 7.86 Miles
Thomas Taxis 07867 647489 18 Fell Lane, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8AD 8.67 Miles
Blackline Taxis 01768 865070 64 Pennine Way, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8EA 8.71 Miles
Lakeland Travel Ltd 01768 865722 1A Sandgate, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7TP 8.75 Miles
Express Taxis 01768 890890 1A Sandgate, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7TP 8.75 Miles
Penrith Taxis 01768 899298 33-34 Sandgate, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7TJ 8.81 Miles
Town Taxis Penrith 01768 868268 24 Laburnum Way, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8UJ 8.82 Miles
Ace Taxis 01768 890731 8 Apple Tree Gdns, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8WG 8.87 Miles
Eden Taxis 01768 865432 39 Great Dockray, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7BN 8.94 Miles
Abbey Taxis Of Penrith 07789 023023 4 Castle Foundry, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7DH 8.96 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ruckcroft (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:09:30 Saturday Last Collection:08:45
Staffield D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ainstable (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:30
Armathwaite (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
High Bank Hill D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kirkoswald D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lazonby Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Low House (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:30
Town Head Lazonby D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Croglin Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Thiefside D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Newbiggin D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Scale House D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Hesket (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Aiket Gate (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:10:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Kirkoswald Surgery 01768 898560	The Surgery Kirkoswald Penrith Cumbria CA10 1DQ
Court Thorn Surgery 01697 473548	Court Thorn Surgery Low Hesket Carlisle Cumbria CA4 0HP
Dr Weaving Yew Tree Cottage	Wetherall Carlisle Cumbria CA4 8JD
Dr Weaving Beech House 01228 560854	Beech House Corby Hill Carlisle Cumbria CA4 8PL
Cumbria Partnership Nhsft 01228 602000	Voreda House Portland Place Penrith Cumbria CA11 7BF

Local Stores

Lazonby
Henderson Buildings
Lazonby
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 1BG
01768 898210
Store Website
3.02 miles

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SPAR London Road
Carleton Filling Station
London Road
Carlisle
CA4 0AA
01228 592479
Store Website
8.0 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Oak Tree Surgery
Orchard Yard Wetheral Carlisle Cumbria CA4 8JA 01228 710208 vets@paragonvet.com Website 6.68 miles


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Coomara Veterinary Practice
Coomara Carleton Carlisle Cumbria CA4 0BU 01228 524740 coomara@coomara.co.uk 6.92 miles

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The Green Veterinary Surgery
Skelton Penrith Cumbria CA11 9SQ 01768 484258 vets@greenvetskelton.co.uk Website 8.27 miles
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Frame Swift And Partners Llp
The Veterinary Centre Carleton Penrith Cumbria CA11 8TZ 01768 862454 vets@frameswiftandpartners.co.uk Website 8.79 miles
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Rowcliffe House Vets Ltd
Rowcliffe House Crown Square Penrith Cumbria CA11 7AB 01768 865661 8.96 miles

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Vets4pets Penrith Ltd
Inside Pets At Home, Unit 6 Castle Retail Park Ullswater Rd Penrith Cumbria CA11 7JQ 01768 866 540 penrith@vets4pets.com Website 9.03 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Talkin Tarn
Its A Quiet Park With A Lake Away From Roads. B6413 9.21 miles Brampton

Location what3words pleaser.inform.motel

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

Location what3words udder.dreading.scoots

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 9.67 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 what3words neatly.informal.factories

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 12.08 miles

Location what3words rising.actual.popped

Greenlee Lough
NE47 7AN 19.41 miles Follow The B6318 To The Crossroads With The National Park Centre At Once Brewed. Take The Turning Signposted Steel Rigg.

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 19.98 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.

Weather Forecast

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Temp	2.5°C	2.7°C	3.7°C	3.8°C	4.2°C	5.9°C	9.2°C	12.2°C	15.6°C	11.8°C	10.3°C	8.9°C
Feels Like	-1.5°C	-0.8°C	0.4°C	0.3°C	0.7°C	2.8°C	7.1°C	11°C	12.4°C	11.2°C	9.3°C	7.2°C

Monday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Partly Cloudy	Overcast	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Overcast
Temp	7.9°C	7°C	6.1°C	5.3°C	5.2°C	8.1°C	11.3°C	15.3°C	15.7°C	12.2°C	7.6°C	5.4°C
Feels Like	5.9°C	4.7°C	3.4°C	2.6°C	2.4°C	5.5°C	9.3°C	14.4°C	14.9°C	10.4°C	4.4°C	1.5°C

Tuesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

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Temp	3.2°C	1.9°C	0.9°C	0.2°C	-0.1°C	0.1°C	0.8°C	1.9°C	2.7°C	2.8°C	2.6°C	2.7°C
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