Welcome to Woodhouses

Woodhouses Staffordshire is a small village located in the West Midlands region of England. It is situated in the district of Staffordshire Moorlands and is approximately 5 miles east of the town of Leek. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the Grade II listed St. John the Baptist Church.

The village of Woodhouses Staffordshire has a rich history dating back to the 12th century. It was originally a farming community and was known for its production of wool and cheese. In the 19th century, the village became a hub for the pottery industry, with many local residents working in the nearby factories. Today, the village is a popular destination for tourists and visitors who come to explore its historic buildings and enjoy the peaceful countryside.

Despite its small size, Woodhouses Staffordshire has a strong sense of community and is home to a number of local businesses and amenities. These include a village hall, a post office, and a pub, as well as a number of small shops and cafes. The village also has a primary school, which serves the local community and provides education for children aged 4-11. Overall, Woodhouses Staffordshire is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful and welcoming environment for residents and visitors alike.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 9.4°C

Feels Like: 5.8°C

Wind: 18.6 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Great Orton Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Matthew Walker	Great Orton Carlisle Cumbria CA5 6NA 01228711602 School Website
Thursby Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jayne Williams	Thursby Carlisle Cumbria CA5 6PN 01228711180 School Website
Wiggonby C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Andrew Brooks	Wiggonby Wigton Cumbria CA7 0JR 01697342752 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
Rosley C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Joanne Tinniswood	Rosley Wigton Cumbria CA7 8AU 01697342776 School Website
St Michaels C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr L Smith	Dalston Carlisle Cumbria CA5 7LN 01228711544 School Website
Caldew School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Victoria Jackson	Dalston Carlisle Cumbria CA5 7NN 01228710044 School Website
Yewdale School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Gemma Brierley (Interim Executive Head)	Yewdale Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 7SD 01228830036 School Website
Richard Rose Morton Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Richard Mcguire	Wigton Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 6LB 01228822644 School Website
Belle Vue Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Cairns	Beaver Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 7PT 01228593161 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Dalston Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LT 2.76 Miles

Wigton Station Road, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA 4.93 Miles

Carlisle Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ 5.23 Miles

Wetheral Wetheral, Wetheral, Cumbria, CA4 8JP 8.93 Miles

Gretna Green Station Road, Off Glasgow Road, Gretna Green, Dumfries And Galloway, DG16 5HF 9.89 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Prestige Travel Carlisle 07783 746060 37 Yewdale Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 7SP 3.59 Miles
Metro Taxis 01228 522088 Norfolk Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5JA 4.65 Miles
Radio Taxis 01228 527575 Millrace Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5RS 4.76 Miles
Station House Taxis 016973 43148 Station House, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA 4.97 Miles
Thomason Travel 016973 44116 Station House, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA 4.97 Miles
Radio Taxis 01228 527575 Unit 10 Robert Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5AN 5.15 Miles
Barry's Taxi 07766 700020 103 Cant Cr, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 4JJ 5.32 Miles
Beeline Taxis 01228 534440 35 London Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2JZ 5.42 Miles
City Taxis 01228 520000 Westmoor Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HD 5.69 Miles
Go Green Car 0844 875 9757 Wakefield Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HE 5.96 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Orton Rigg (Sdc) Collection Today available until:10:15 Weekday Last Collection:10:15 Saturday Last Collection:07:45
Baldwinholme (Sdc) Collection Today available until:10:00 Weekday Last Collection:10:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:45
Moor End Thursby D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Great Orton (Sdc) Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Nealhouse (Sdc) Collection Today available until:10:00 Weekday Last Collection:10:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:45
Thursby East Side D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cardewlees (Sdc) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:45
Low Whinnow Thursby D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
How End D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Orton Grange Caravan Park (Sdc) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Wiggonby D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Crofton Hall D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West Curthwaite D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thornby Villa D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cumdivock (Sdc) Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:10:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dalston Medical Group 01228 710451	Dalston Medical Group The Surgery,Townsend Road Dalston Carlisle CA5 7PZ
Morton Surgery	Langrigg Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 6DT
Eden Medical Group 01228 524477	The Eden Medical Group Port Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 7AJ
Wigton Group Medical Practice 01697 342254	Wigton Group Medical Prac South End Wigton Cumbria CA7 9QD
Recovery Steps Cumbria 01900 512300	1St Floor,Stocklund House Castle Street Carlisle CA3 8SY

Local Stores

Dalston - Carlisle
Townhead Road
Dalston
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 7QS
01228 712714
Store Website
3.05 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
1.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Paragon Veterinary Group
Carlisle House, Townhead Road Dalston Carlisle Cumbria CA5 7JF 01228 710208 vets@paragonvet.com Website 2.80 miles
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Richard Martin House
275 Wigton Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 6JY 01228521393 support@cr-vets.co.uk Website 3.62 miles

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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 4.70 miles
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Belle Vue Vets Ltd
Syke Park Syke Road Wigton Cumbria CA7 9NE 01697 342174 info@wigtonvets.co.uk Website 4.87 miles
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Carlisle Vets4pets Ltd
Unit C 54 Scotland Road Carlisle Cumbria CA3 9DB 01228 547956 carlisle@vets4pets.com Website 5.63 miles
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Coomara Veterinary Practice
Chertsey House Chertsey Grove Carlisle Cumbria CA1 2QX 01228 524740 admin@coomara.co.uk Website 5.77 miles

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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 5.18 miles

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

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Talkin Tarn
Its A Quiet Park With A Lake Away From Roads. B6413 14.21 miles Brampton

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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 16.87 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.

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 18.40 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 18.66 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.

Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-15.4°C	-11.3°C	-11.1°C	-15°C	-16.6°C

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Feels Like	-17.8°C	-18.4°C	-18.8°C	-18.8°C	-15.3°C	-11.1°C	-5.8°C	-1.5°C	0°C	-1.3°C	-3.5°C	-4.8°C

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