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Below is a list of Attractions in and around
Carlisle with Websites, Photos, Phone Numbers,
Information and links to Maps and Reviews.
The Carlisle Attractions are listed by closest to
Carlisle.
Click on the Postcodes for Maps and Reviews.
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Carlisle Town Hall
Carlisle Town Hall is at the City Centre overlooking
the large Market Square. The Town Hall was built from
the 1700s. There is an Information Centre in the hall
for information on the area with maps. The area
around the hall has some excellent shopping. Phone:
01228 598 596.
Website . CA3 8JE . Large Image
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Guildhall & Museum
The Guildhall is next to the Town Hall. This is the
only Medieval house left in Carlisle, of a timber
frame design. The museum is up stairs covering the
eight Trade Guilds of Carlisle such as Butchers,
Merchants, Shoemakers, Skinners, Smiths, Tailors,
Tanners and Weavers. Phone: 01228 618 718.
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Carlisle Cathedral
Carlisle Cathedral is situated next to the Town Hall
in the centre of Carlisle. The Cathedral was built
from 1122, it is now one of the top attractions in
the city for photos, drawings and paintings. Free
entry. Phone number 01228 543 251.
RS Page . CA3 8TZ . Large Image
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Tullie House Museum and Art
Gallery
The museum is situated on Castle Street, a short walk
north of the Town Hall, close to Carlisle Castle.
Covering fine and decorative art, human history and
natural sciences. Also covers the Roman period and
wars between England and Scotland. There are also a
number of interactive attractions for children. Tel:
01228 618 718.
RS Page . Website . CA3 8TP . Image
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Carlisle Castle
Carlisle Castle is situated a few hundred yards north
of the Town Hall. The castle was built from the 1100s
and has been involved in a number of wars between the
English and Scots. An interesting place to explore,
has an entry fee. Tel: 03703 331 181.
RS Page . CA3 8UR . Large Image
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Bitts Park & Urban
Adventure
Bitts Park is behind Carlisle Castle with a Tennis
and Recreation Area, Ice Rink, and Urban Adventure
with activities for all ages. Urban Adventure.
Website . CA3 8UZ . Large Image
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South side of Carlisle centre
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Citadel Carlisle
The twin towers of the Citadel are situated about 300
yards south of the town hall by the train station.
They were built in 1810 to be used for courts and a
prison. The earlier entrance here from the 1100s was
named Botcher Gate. One of the towers is now often
open to the public. This is one of the top photo
spots in Carlisle.
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House of Malt
A short walk east of the Citadel at 48 Warwick Road.
Whisky from around the world for sale and tasting's,
also craft ales and glassware. Tel: 01228 658
422.
Website . Map/Reviews CA1
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Vue Cinemas
A short walk south of the Citadel on Butchergate,
with 7 screens and around 1,647 seats, showing all
the latest films. Tel: 03453 084 620.
Website . Map/Reviews CA1
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Aztec Adventure Play
On Crown Street a short walk south of the Citadel. A
large assortment of soft play areas for children.
There is also a Bistro for children and adults. Tel:
01228 217 721.
Map/Reviews CA2
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Hollywood Bowl
Half of a mile south of the Citadel on Currock Road.
A large Bowling venue also with amusements,
restaurant and bar. Tel: 0844 826 3013.
Website . Map/Reviews CA2
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Eden Rock
One and a half miles southeast of the Citadel on
Brunel Way. A large modern climbing centre with
climbs to suit all ages and abilities. Tel: 01228 522
127.
Website . Map/Reviews CA1
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Carlisle Racecourse
3 miles south of Carlisle centre on Durdar Road. Many
horse race meetings throughout the year with flat in
summer and jumps in winter. Tel: 01228 554 700.
Website . Map/Reviews CA2
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Longburgh Pool
6 miles west of Carlisle. A Luxury Heated Indoor
Swimming Pool that can be hired for exclusive use
with views across the Solway Estury.
Website . Map/ CA5 6AF .
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Watchtree Nature
Reserve
8 miles west of Carlisle. The reserve has walks,
orienteering trails, bird hides and cafe, open daily
9am – 4:45pm, Free entry - Donations appreciated.
Tel: 01228 712 539.
Website . Map/Reviews CA5
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East of Carlisle in Hadrian's Wall country
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A World In Minature Museum &
Houghton Hall Garden Centre
4 miles northeast of Carlisle centre. One the world's
top three collections of quality 1/12 scale copies of
antique furniture, paintings and china in beautiful
room settings. Tel: 01228 400 388.
Map/Reviews CA6
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Walby Farm Park
Just over 4 miles northeast of Carlisle. Farm
animals, kids JCB digger, electric quads, mini land
rovers, go carts and many events. Tel: 01228 573
056.
Website . Map/Reviews CA6
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Scaleby Hill Vintage Motor Bike
Museum
7 miles northeast of Carlisle. Mike Barry's Museum at
Scaleby Hill allows you to view the bikes up close
and get information from the restorer himself, free,
donations appreciated. Phone: 01228 675 117.
Map/ CA6 4LY .
Reviews
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Solway Aviation Museum
8 miles northeast of Carlisle at Carlisle Airport. A
collection of aircraft and displays with the leading
British aircraft at the dawn of the jet age. Normally
open Friday to Sunday and holidays. Tel: 01228 573
823.
RS Page . Website . CA6 4NW
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Talkin Tarn Country
Park
11 miles east of Carlisle in Talkin Tarn Country
Park, 2 mile south of Brampton on the B6413 Castle
Carrock road. The 65 acre lake is set in 120 acres of
farmland and woodland, popular for sailing,
windsurfing, canoeing, fishing, hire a wooden rowing
boat, or hire a mountain bike.
RS Page
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Lanercost Priory
12 miles east of Carlisle close to Hadrian's Wall.
The earliest parts of the priory are from the 1100s,
some parts can be visited free, and other for a fee.
There is a cafe at the priory and walking, biking
trails. Phone number Tel: 0370 333 1181.
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Birdoswald Roman Fort &
Hadrian's Wall
16 miles east of Carlisle. Birdoswald is the closest
Roman Fort to Carlisle, also with one of the best
preserved sections of Hadrian's Wall, a good section to
walk. Visit the wall free, museum & fort has an
entry fee.
RS Page . CA8 7DD . Large Image
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Kirklinton Hall &
Gardens
9 miles northeast of Carlisle. A 1600s mansion now in
ruin, with 14 acres of gardens and grounds to explore
with a Fairy garden and camping available. Small
entry fee. Tel: 07715 358 961.
Website . Map/Reviews CA6
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Bewcastle Church &
Cross
19 miles northeast of Carlisle, St Cuthbert's Church
at the remote area of Bewcastle contains the
Bewcastle Cross from the 600s, said to be the oldest
sundial in Britain.
wiki . Map/Reviews CA6
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The Eden Angler
Guided fly fishing and tuition for Trout and Grayling
on the Rivers Eden, Eamont and Lowther in Cumbria,
also guided boat or bank fly fishing trips and
lessons on Ullswater and Haweswater. Mobile. 07957
256 051.
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