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As well as the vibrant city of Carlisle, there are some great towns and villages across the Carlisle and Hadrian’s Wall area which are well worth a visit. In the west, Bowness-on-Solway boasts a coastal position and some of the most stunning sunsets across the region; while in the east, the charming market town of Brampton is bursting with character and history.
A bus route connects Carlisle with its nearby towns and villages, while if you’re feeling adventurous you can walk or cycle along the Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail, which begins in Bowness on Solway. You can also travel by train, with rail services across the area and a well-served train station in Carlisle’s city centre.
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Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
Easter Eggstravaganza at Walby Farm Park! ✨
7 – 20 April 2025
Get ready for a chocolate-fuelled, fun-packed Easter at Walby Farm Park! Alongside all your farm favourites, we've got brand-new, egg-citing entertainment that will make this an Easter…
Brampton
Nestled in the charming market town of Brampton, The Howard Arms beckons to those seeking an enchanting escape, both for themselves and their four-legged companions. A mere stone's throw from the majestic North Pennines and in close proximity to…
Brampton
A contemporary art gallery 9 miles east of Carlisle. located close to Hadrian’s Wall, the Scottish Borders, Eden Valley, and English Lake District, so it should be no surprise that we have a wealth of artistic talent to call upon.
Devonshire St, Penrith
Creative writing with Emma Thompson – All about winter – creative writing and winter readings – POETRY
10am - 1pm
Saturday 1 March
Immerse yourself in the world of winter poetry with Emma and like-minded writers at The George Hotel in Penrith…
Syke Park, Wigton
Executive wedding cars, a fleet of coaches and VIP vehicles available for hire. Whatever your party size, we have a full fleet of coaches to suit your requirements from a 7 seater mini to an 61 seater single deck coach.
The Abbey, Carlisle
Over the early May Bank Holiday weekend (2-5 May) Carlisle Cathedral is holding their first ever Jazz Weekend… concerts, sax workshop, tea dance and more!
The weekend begins with the opening night concert in the Fratry Hall as we welcome Tommaso…
Carlisle
Discover Venue Hire at Carlisle Cathedral – a historic gem in Carlisle. Choose from awe-inspiring spaces like the Fratry Hall, Undercroft, Prior's Room, and the modern Cathedral Café. Capacity for up to 600 guests. Create extraordinary memories.
As EV (Electric Vehicle) sales outstrip petrol and diesel car sales for the first time, it looks like this cleaner and greener travel option is on the rise. So, you are all charged up, but where can you go? Well, thanks to the Low Carbon Lake…
Discover Alston and The North Pennines AONB Travel along the A686, once voted one of the AA’s ‘Top 10 Most Scenic Routes’ and discover the many hidden treasures in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, all within easy access of the M6!
Brampton
Farlam Hall is a four-star independent country house hotel located in Cumbria, located off the beaten track and away from the busy areas of the Lake District. Recently renovated to a high standard, the hotel has 13 unique bedrooms, as well as six…
Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
We’re sure that you will work up an appetite on your day out at Walby Farm Park so our café – ‘The Cowshed Café’ offers tasty home-cooked dishes made with locally produced ingredients – and all in a great setting in the beautiful Cumbrian…
The Abbey, Carlisle
Join us for a fun and creative Easter-themed cupcake decorating workshop led by Alison Thompson. Alison will guide you through a cupcake decorating demo, offering helpful tips and techniques to help you decorate your cupcakes like a pro.
Each…
Brampton
At Farlam Hall, we understand the importance of creating experiences that rejuvenate and inspire, forging meaningful connections that leave a lasting impression, and offering our corporate clients an opportunity to escape the ordinary and embrace…
Brampton
Experience the edge of empire at the award winning Roman Army Museum. There is nowhere else like it on Hadrian's Wall.
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Buses to and through Wetheral:
75 Carlisle - Scotby - Wetheral.
The Abbey, Carlisle
Supporting local artisan producers, crafters and artists Carlisle's monthly farmers' market can be found in the grounds of the Cathedral on the first Saturday every month, from 9am to 2pm.
Carlisle
Carlisle College is a further education College serving the post 16 education and training needs of Carlisle and the surrounding area. It provides a state-of-the-art learning environment for students with a range of courses from Entry Level through…
The Abbey, Carlisle
Our series of free afternoon recitals continues with a special performance by pianist Paul Taylor.
While entry to our concerts is complimentary, we encourage contributions during the collection at the end of each performance to support both the…
The Abbey, Carlisle
Once the preserve of religious music in cathedrals and churches, the organ has a traditional and classical heritage. However, Homerton alumni Matt Walters is keen to bring organ music to a new young audience. He recently performed a concert of organ…
Carlisle
Serving up creative tapas & grill dishes as well as offering classic & contemporary cocktails, Penny Blue is a stylish and contemporary place to eat & drink. Now also serving delicious afternoon tea.
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