Welcome to Salt Cotes

Salt Cotes is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. The village is situated on the edge of the Forest of Bowland, an area of outstanding natural beauty. Salt Cotes is a popular destination for tourists who come to explore the stunning countryside and enjoy the peace and tranquility of rural life. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and picturesque streams, making it an ideal location for hiking, cycling, and fishing.

One of the main attractions of Salt Cotes is the historic St. James Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and features a stunning stained-glass window that depicts the life of St. James. Visitors can also explore the churchyard, which is home to a number of ancient gravestones and monuments. The church is open to visitors throughout the year and is a popular venue for weddings and other special events.

Salt Cotes is also home to a number of traditional pubs and restaurants, where visitors can sample the local cuisine and enjoy a pint of real ale. The village is famous for its delicious Lancashire hotpot, a hearty stew made with lamb, potatoes, and onions. Other local specialties include Cumberland sausage, sticky toffee pudding, and Kendal mint cake. Visitors can also browse the village's independent shops and boutiques, which sell a range of handmade crafts, gifts, and souvenirs.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 10.2°C

Feels Like: 6.6°C

Wind: 21 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Borrowdale C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Ralf Smits	Stonethwaite Keswick Cumbria CA12 5XG 01768777686 School Website
St Herberts C Of E Va Primary And Nursery School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michael Craig	Trinity Way Keswick Cumbria CA12 4HZ 01768773017 School Website
Braithwaite C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Laker	Braithwaite Keswick Cumbria CA12 5TD 01768778356 School Website
Keswick School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Simon Jackson	Vicarage Hill Keswick Cumbria CA12 5QB 01768772605 School Website
Threlkeld Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Abigail Jardine	Blease Road Threlkeld Keswick Cumbria CA12 4RX 1768779680 School Website
Lorton School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Olivia Harrison	High Lorton Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 9UL 190085919 School Website
Bassenthwaite Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sara Royle	Bassenthwaite Keswick Cumbria CA12 4QH 1768776365 School Website
Grasmere C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Johanna Goode	Stock Lane Grasmere Ambleside Cumbria LA22 9SJ 01539435313 School Website
Patterdale C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicola Steels	Patterdale Penrith Cumbria CA11 0NL 01768482383 School Website
Langdale C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Underwood	Chapel Stile Great Langdale Ambleside Cumbria LA22 9JE 01539437204 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Aspatria Station Road, Aspatria, Cumbria, CA7 2AW 15.65 Miles

Windermere Station Precinct, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AH 15.96 Miles

Sellafield Station Road, Sellafield, Cumbria, CA20 1RG 16.33 Miles

Harrington Grecian Terrace, Harrington, Cumbria, CA14 5QQ 16.77 Miles

Drigg Station Road, Drigg, Cumbria, CA19 1XW 16.77 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Davies Taxis 017687 72676 25 Helvellyn St, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4EN 3.19 Miles
Dnk Taxis 017687 74959 25 Coleridge Ct, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5QE 3.34 Miles
Keswick Taxis 017687 75585 Unit 2 High Hill, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5LU 3.36 Miles
Derwent Taxis 017687 75585 2 Forge Close, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4NX 3.80 Miles
Blencathra Taxis 07884 433 638 Lesley Anne Cottage, Doddick Farm, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4SY 7.51 Miles
M And A Private Hire Glenridding 017684 82372 1 The Headlands, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0QA 8.34 Miles
Grasmere Taxi Services 015394 35506 2 Benfield, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9RD 8.47 Miles
Iains Taxis 01758 736333 Rose Cottage, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QP 8.64 Miles
Iains Taxis 017687 36333 Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QP 8.64 Miles
Michaels Taxis 01900 821441 7 Highfield Road, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9JF 10.68 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Manesty D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Borrowdale Hotel D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Stonethwaite (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:15:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Castlehead Medical Centre 01768 772025	Castlehead Medical Centre Ambleside Road Keswick Cumbria CA12 4DB
Glenridding Health Centre 01768 482297	Glenridding Health Centre Glenridding Penrith Cumbria CA11 0PD
Grasmere Surgery 015394 32693	1 Field Foot Grasmere Cumbria LA22 9TB
Isel Road - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Cockermouth Health Centre Isel Road Cockermouth CA13 9HT
Isel Road - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	Cockermouth Health Centre Isel Road Cockermouth CA13 9HT

Local Stores

Keswick
Main Street
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5EF
01768 772688
Store Website
3.31 miles

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SPAR Shorley Lane
Shorley Lane
Keswick
CA12 4HN
01768 774870
Store Website
3.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Millcroft Veterinary Surgery Southey Industrial Estate Keswick Cumbria CA12 5NR 01768 772590 vets@millcroftvets.co.uk Website 3.44 miles


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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Wakefield Road Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 0HR 01900 826666 vets@millcroftvets.co.uk Website 11.37 miles
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Oakhill Veterinary Group
1 Church Street Ambleside Cumbria LA22 0BU 01539 432631 11.71 miles

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Paragon Veterinary Group
Townhead Veterinary Centre Townhead Farm Newbiggin, Stainton Penrith Cumbria CA11 0HT 017684 83789 townhead@paragonvet.com Website 15.12 miles
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The Green Veterinary Surgery
Skelton Penrith Cumbria CA11 9SQ 01768 484258 vets@greenvetskelton.co.uk Website 15.44 miles
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Galemire Vets Limited
Galemire Cleator Moor Cumbria CA25 5QX 01946 810295 vets@galemirevets.co.uk Website 15.58 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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

Noble Knott
A Short, Circular Forest Walk With Plenty Of Woodland And Streams To Enjoy. CA12 5TW 4.46 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.

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 4.62 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.

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

Great Langdale Valley
A Circular Walk Taking In Part Of The Cumbria Way Towards Chapel Stile And Back Along The Centre Of The Valley With Stunning Scenery Of The Langdale Pikes. LA22 9JU 7.98 miles From Ambleside, Follow Signs For Coniston On The A593. Continue On The B5343 Following Signs For Great Langdale. Pass Through Chapel Stile And Continue On The Road For 3-4 Miles.

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Easedale Tarn
Easedale Tarn Is A Tarn In The Centre Of The Lake District, About Two Miles West Of The Village Of Grasmere. On This Walk, You Will Experience Stunning Scenery. The Walk Consists Of A Gradual Hill For Some Of It, But Has Rewarding Views On A Clear Day. LA22 9TA 8.58 miles From Ambleside, Take The A591 Towards Keswick And Follow The Signs For Grasmere. Turn Onto The B5287. There Is A Car Park Down A Left Turn (Signposted) Called Broadgate Meadow.

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	-13.3°C	-14.2°C	-14.9°C	-15.4°C	-15.6°C	-14°C	-11.6°C	-9.5°C	-8°C	-7.2°C	-8.2°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-14.3°C	-11.1°C	-10.1°C	-12.2°C	-14.8°C

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Temp	-9.5°C	-8.4°C	-7.4°C	-6.6°C	-5.2°C	-2.6°C	0.9°C	3.6°C	4.1°C	2.6°C	0.6°C	-4.8°C
Feels Like	-15.3°C	-14.7°C	-14°C	-13.5°C	-12.3°C	-9.3°C	-4.8°C	-1.1°C	-0.1°C	-1.2°C	-3.2°C	-9.5°C

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Temp	-1.6°C	-1.5°C	-2°C	-2.3°C	-1.2°C	1°C	3.5°C	5.1°C	4.9°C	3.5°C	5.8°C	2.9°C
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