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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 situated 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.
CA3 8JE . Large Image
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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: 01228 591 922.
RS Page . CA3 8UR . Large Image
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Bitts Park & Urban
Adventure
Bitts Park is situated behind Carlisle Castle with a
Tennis and Recreation Area, Ice Rink, and Urban
Adventure with activities for all ages. Urban
Adventure Tel: 0845 519 1782.
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. Phone number 01228 606 060.
CA3 8NA . Large Image
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Vue Cinemas
The Cinema is situated a short walk south of the
Citadel on Butchergate, with 7 screens and around
1,647 seats, showing all the latest films. Tel: 0871
224 0240.
Website . Map/Reviews CA1
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Aztec Soft Play
Situated 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 592 002.
Website . Map/Reviews CA2
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AMF Bowling
Situated about 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
Eden Rock is situated about 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
Situated about 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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House of Malt
Situated 5 miles west of Carlisle. Whisky from around
the world for sale and tasting's, also craft ales and
glassware. Tel: 01228 576 215.
Website . Map/Reviews CA5
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Watchtree Nature
Reserve
Situated 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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Longburgh Pool
Situated 6 miles west of Carlisle. A Luxury Heated
Indoor Swimming Pool that can be hired for exclusive
use with views across the Solway Estury. Tel: 01228
576 435.
Website . Map/ CA5 6AF .
Reviews
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East of Carlisle in Hadrian's Wall country
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Walby Farm Park
Situated 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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A World In Minature Museum &
Houghton Hall Garden Centre
Situated 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.
Website . Map/Reviews CA6
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Solway Aviation Museum
Situated 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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Scaleby Hill Vintage Motor Bike
Museum
Situated 8 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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Talkin Tarn Country
Park
Talkin Tarn Country Park is situated 9 miles east of
Carlisle, 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
. Map/Reviews
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Lanercost Priory
Lanercost Priory is situated about 12 miles east of
Carlisle, close to the start of 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.
RS Page . CA8 2HQ . Large Image
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Birdoswald Roman Fort &
Hadrian's Wall
Situated about 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
Situated 10 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: 01697 748 850.
Website . Map/Reviews CA6
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Bewcastle Church &
Cross
Situated 18 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. Tel. 01228 402
691 Mobile. 07957 256 051.
Website . Reviews
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