Welcome to our 2000 year city - a vibrant mix of past & present. Historic, contemporary with a wealth of attractions, shops, accommodation, bars & restaurants.
Carlisle, Cumbria.
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This is a land where mountains rise, waters whisper, and legends endure.
Beyond the fells stands #Carlisle – a city of kings, castles, and 2,000 years of history.
This isn’t just a place, it’s a calling. Answer it.
@WesternLakes @CumberlandCoun
#DiscoverCarlisle #Cumbria
UPDATE: Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, the Carlisle Carnivale has been CANCELLED
#CarlisleCarnivale is a brand-new #outdoor #arts #event coming to #Carlisle on Saturday 24 October.
#EdenArts invite you to a day of #LiveMusic, #circus, #StreetPerformance, #markets, #games, #funfair and a twilight procession through the city - tinyurl.com/2bk5r4xa
#Cumbria
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🎨 An official visual that invites us on a journey through Great Britain and France!
🎨 Un visuel officiel en forme d'invitation au voyage à travers la Grande-Bretagne et la France !
👩🎨 Maarya Wadie
#TDF2027
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Etape 1 / Stage 1 - #TDF2027
🚩 Edimbourg - Carlisle 🏁 185 km
💛 Just like in 2020 and 2025, it’s likely to be a sprinter who’ll be the first to wear the Yellow Jersey!
💛 Comme en 2020 et 2025, c'est un sprinteur qui devrait endosser le premier Maillot Jaune !
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Once upon a summer ✨
The greatest show on earth returns to Great Britain in summer 2027 💛
✍️ Written and performed by award-winning poet Sophia Thakur
On Saturday 14 November #RudolphTheRedNosedReindeer comes to life in the night sky in a magical #Christmas #DroneLightShow for the whole #family at @CarlisleRaces, through hundreds of synchronised #drones, cinematic sound and spectacular light - tinyurl.com/yey988xj
#Carlisle
A songwriting obsessive, a wannabe comedian, and a mediocre fell runner, see @findlaynapier on Friday 13 November. The @MGALBA Composer of the Year brings his celebrated blend of sharp songwriting and warm, funny stagecraft to Armathwaite Old School Hall - tinyurl.com/2ytdtx44
On Thursday 12 November, the @RNSinfonia present Mozart’s #Clarinet #Concerto at the @SandsCentre, accompanied by #clarinettist @JulianBliss.
This is #Mozart at his most open and expressive, with a clarinet line that feels like someone singing to you - tinyurl.com/4d7w7zkt
On Wednesday 11 November, @CarlisleCath’s free afternoon recitals continue with #pianist Isabella Briggs.
Recently concluding her studies at Junior @rncmlive, she is now studying at @OfficialUoM, achieving a distinction in her LTCL diploma last summer - tinyurl.com/33mk6tvp
Falling close to #RemembranceDay, @CarlisleRaces’ Afternoon #Racing on Monday 9 November gives a chance to pay respects with an excellent day of Jumps action.
The feature #race is the @weatherbysltd Graduation Chase, which often throws up a future star - tinyurl.com/33djjmes
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As is always the way with archaeological excavations there’s always a last minute find. At Uncovering Roman #Carlisle the team working on the Roman road uncovered a feature with a strong metallic signal which needed investigating #archaeology
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Join @CarlisleCath for the monthly #Carlisle #FarmersMarket on Saturday 7 November.
In the historic grounds of #CarlisleCathedral, you’ll find everything from #homemade goodies to #artisan #crafts, #charity stalls, and #gifts - tinyurl.com/mr2cvtcb
#Cumbria #local #market
The #Carlisle and District Civic Trust present their next illustrated talk – ‘The Story of Carlisle’ – at New Waterton Hall on Tuesday 3 November, with local historian Tom Snaith.
Tom tells the story of the fascinating and unrivalled history of Carlisle - tinyurl.com/5z3zexs4
Did you know? #Cumbria has some of the darkest skies in the country - making it an excellent place to enjoy a spot of #stargazing!
From Friday 23 October to Friday 20 November, celebrate the wonders of the #NightSky with the Cumbria #DarkSkiesFestival.
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Looking forward to opening for 80s legends Johnny Hates Jazz in Carlisle at @ofsCarlisle #carlisle #johnnyhatesjazz #singer #gig #80smusic
#CarlisleCarnivale is a brand-new #outdoor #arts #event coming to #Carlisle on Saturday 24 October.
#EdenArts invite you to a day of #LiveMusic, #circus, #StreetPerformance, #markets, #games, #funfair and a twilight procession through the city - tinyurl.com/2bk5r4xa
#Cumbria
Picturing Place, a new #exhibition at @TullieCarlisle from Saturday 7 November to Sunday 10 January, will celebrate three significant #Tullie #artists that capture the beauty, everyday business, and timeless qualities of #Carlisle and its rural surrounds - tinyurl.com/mw2kayy2
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Brampton, Cumbria - Ridgewood & Quarry Beck walk, from The Sands - includes images of Lanercost Priory & and town
Featured in 'Walking in Cumbria's Eden Valley' by
@viviennecrow2 @Patriciam504
We now have a range of #charity #ChristmasCards on sale here at the #Carlisle Tourist Information Centre.
In addition to a wide selection from @cardsforcharity, we also have some #local #charities – @oaktreeanimals, @EVHandJigsaw and @cumbriacp.
#Cumbria #Christmas #festive
