mmerse yourself in a whirlwind of culture and entertainment whilst visiting the
historic city of Carlisle, county capital of Cumbria. Whether you’re looking for
nightlife or a relaxed holiday with the kids, Carlisle and its surrounding areas
provide something special for everyone.
Brush up on your historical knowledge with the vast amounts of thrilling antecedents
Carlisle has to offer. Explore the bravery of your ancestors in the Military History Museum
or spread your wings at the Solway Aviation Museum. As well as loads of brilliant
museums and art galleries, Carlisle also boasts its own castle, a building of great historical
stature that sparked what was perhaps the greatest, most prolonged custody battle of
all time, with many skirmishes between the English and Scottish formed over who had
rightful ownership. As well as the castle, there are also other historical sights to explore
such as Hadrian’s Wall.
If you’re looking for something to give you more of an adrenaline rush rather than a
history lesson, there’s lots of activities that cater for your inner adventurer. Choose
between zipline and aerial adventure parks, the Eden Rock Sports Complex or loads of
other cool places to get your adrenaline fix. Carlisle also boasts some beautiful natural
scenery and wildlife. Visit the Cumberland Bird of Prey Centre to meet some impressive
feathered friends or explore the Watchtree Nature Reserve to unwind.
British weather is famously temperamental, but worry not as
there are loads of brilliant indoor activities that are perfect
for rainy days. Entertain the wee ones with a soft play
centre or zone out from the outside world with a trip
to the cinema. No matter what the weather brings,
Carlisle has something to entertain you. If you’ve
come to the north to party then you’re in luck. The
city has fantastic nightlife, with a wide variety of
bars, clubs and pubs and will certainly give you a
night to remember.
Gretna is just a stone’s throw away too, playing
home to plenty of historical culture and fun
family activities. Visit the fantastic Gretna Outlet
Village, which plays home to numerous shops, all
at a discounted price. There is also a broad range of
restaurants that offer something delicious for the whole
family, making Gretna a great place to take a trip to.
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