Lake District: Family home in the heart of Windermere joins the market
This ‘delightful’ terraced house sits at the very heart of Windermere village, lying within easy reach of the park and local amenities, including shops, bars, restaurants and transport links. Number ...
Schoolchildren learn about WW2 and Tommy the Pigeon’s Dickin Medal
Local schoolchildren have ‘loved’ learning about Tommy the pigeon, enjoying a special visit to see his medal, and hearing all the details of ...
A look at one of the world's most iconic dolls...Barbie
In 1959, Ruth Handler created the Barbie doll and launched an American icon. Barbie's full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts, and she came with a full array of accessories. While toymakers ...
Carlisle named as one of the cheapest cities to rent property
The average Carlisle renter paid around £2,616 less on rent in 2024 than the UK average according to new figures.
Whitehaven: Two-bedroom bungalow listed for £210,000
A modern two-bedroom bungalow in Whitehaven, built by John Swift Homes, is now on the market for £210,000. The semi-detached property, constructed in 2016, is situated in a small cluster of similar ...
Drug-driver crashed into back of vehicle at junction on B5289
A DRUG-driver who slammed into the back of another vehicle waiting at a junction has been handed a suspended jail term.
10 places for afternoon tea in the Lake District and Cumbria
Mother’s Day is the perfect time to treat the special women in your life to something indulgent, and what better way to celebrate than with ...
Staff who are Muslim at NHS Trust prepare for Ramadan
MEMBERS of staff who are Muslim at the NHS are preparing for Ramadan. Muslim colleagues at NCIC are preparing for Ramadan, one of the holiest months of the Islamic calendar. Ramadan is very important ...
Former Carlisle guide leader to celebrate 100th birthday
Retired County Guide Leader, Betty Minns, is set to turn 100 on March 10th, and former Brownies and Guides who remember Miss Minns, are being invited to send her a birthday card to mark the milestone.
Grade II listed detached property for sale in Wigton
A GRADE II listed building has gone on the market in North Cumbria. The five-bedroom detached house has gone on the market for £395,000 in Wigton. Along with the five bedrooms there are also two ...
Center Parcs reveals draft plan for £400m holiday village in Borders
CENTER Parcs has released its draft zoning plan ahead of ambitions to bring a £400m holiday village across the border.
Michelin-star chefs pick the best cheap Cumbrian restaurants
Now, chefs have revealed to Sky News the best restaurants in Cumbria. Recommended by Ollie Bridgwater, executive chef at the one-starred SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel: "This is my go-to brunch place of ...