Welcome to Wiggonby

Wiggonby is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated near the River Wampool and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 300 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. The village has a rich history and is home to several historic buildings, including the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century.

The village of Wiggonby is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is surrounded by stunning countryside, which is perfect for hiking, cycling, and other outdoor activities. The River Wampool is also a popular spot for fishing, and there are several fishing spots located near the village. The village is also home to several local pubs and restaurants, which serve traditional Cumbrian cuisine.

Wiggonby is a close-knit community, and the villagers are known for their friendly and welcoming nature. The village has a strong sense of community spirit, and there are several local events and festivals held throughout the year. The village also has a primary school, which is highly regarded for its excellent standards of education. Overall, Wiggonby is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful and relaxing lifestyle for its residents and visitors alike.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
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
Kirkbampton C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Andrea Armstrong
Kirkbampton
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 6HX
01228576377
School Website
Thursby Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jayne Williams
Thursby
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 6PN
01228711180
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
Rosley C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Miss Joanne Tinniswood
Rosley
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 8AU
01697342776
School Website
The Nelson Thomlinson School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Sam Northwood
High Street
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9PX
01697342160
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
Wigton Infant School
Community School
Ages:4-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Joanne Lloyd
Longthwaite Road
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9JR
01697342649
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
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Wigton
Station Road, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA
3.73 Miles
Dalston
Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LT
4.59 Miles
Carlisle
Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
6.77 Miles
Gretna Green
Station Road, Off Glasgow Road, Gretna Green, Dumfries And Galloway, DG16 5HF
9.45 Miles
Annan
Station Road, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6AS
10.40 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Station House Taxis
016973 43148
Station House, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA
3.76 Miles
Thomason Travel
016973 44116
Station House, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA
3.76 Miles
Prestige Travel Carlisle
07783 746060
37 Yewdale Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 7SP
5.03 Miles
Radio Taxis
01228 527575
Millrace Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5RS
6.17 Miles
Metro Taxis
01228 522088
Norfolk Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5JA
6.24 Miles
Radio Taxis
01228 527575
Unit 10 Robert Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5AN
6.72 Miles
City Taxis
01228 520000
Westmoor Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HD
6.77 Miles
Beeline Taxis
01228 534440
35 London Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2JZ
7.01 Miles
Barry's Taxi
07766 700020
103 Cant Cr, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 4JJ
7.02 Miles
Border Cars Business Centre
01228 882255
Grears Hill Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HA
7.03 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Wiggonby D
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Thornby Villa D
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Low Whinnow Thursby D
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Aikton D
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Oughterby (Sdc)
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Micklethwaite D
No More Collections Today
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Moor End Thursby D
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Crofton Hall D
No More Collections Today
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Orton Rigg (Sdc)
No More Collections Today
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Great Orton (Sdc)
Collection Today available until:16:15
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Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Little Bampton D
No More Collections Today
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Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kirkbampton (Sdc)
Collection Today available until:16:15
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How End D
No More Collections Today
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Gamblesby D
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Biglands D
No More Collections Today
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Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
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
The Croft Surgery
01697 351207
The Croft Surgery
Kirkbride
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 5JH
Dalston Medical Group
01228 710451
Dalston Medical Group
The Surgery,Townsend Road
Dalston
Carlisle
CA5 7PZ
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Local Stores

Wigton - Station Road
Station Road
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9AF
01697 345232
Store Website
3.74 miles
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SPAR Cardewlees
ML Richardson & Sons Spar Store
Cardewlees Service Station
Wigton Road
Great Orton Nr Carlisle
CA5 6LG
01228712244
Store Website
3.2 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Belle Vue Vets Ltd
Syke Park
Syke Road
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9NE
01697 342174
info@wigtonvets.co.uk
Website
4.06 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Paragon Veterinary Group
Carlisle House, Townhead Road
Dalston
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 7JF
01228 710208
vets@paragonvet.com
Website
4.61 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

Exotic/Wild

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Poultry

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Richard Martin House
275 Wigton Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA2 6JY
01228521393
support@cr-vets.co.uk
Website
5.21 miles
Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Ashlea Veterinary Centre Ltd
Unit 2B
Port Road Business Park
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA2 7AF
01228 549177
vetsoffice@ashleavets.co.uk
Website
6.12 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Carlisle Vets4pets Ltd
Unit C
54 Scotland Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 9DB
01228 547956
carlisle@vets4pets.com
Website
6.99 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Eden Veterinary Centre
213 Kingstown Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 0BB
01228 541999
Website
7.16 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

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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
6.44 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
14.43 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
15.80 miles

Brampton
Location
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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
17.07 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
18.52 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
18.60 miles

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