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Plans submitted for Leconfield Hub
Plans submitted for Leconfield Hub Plans for a multimillion-pound industrial hub, located at the heart of the Leconfield Estate in Cleator Moor, have been approved. Cumberland Council and the Industrial Solutions Hub (iSH) put forward the application for the iSH Hub – a new, flexible innovation building designed to support start‑up and early‑stage businesses focused upon […]
Landmark Carlisle building to reopen thanks to unique partnership
Landmark Carlisle building to reopen thanks to unique partnership An iconic Carlisle building is set to reopen after more than a decade, thanks to an innovative partnership bringing together Cumberland Council, Story Contracting, Story Homes, Carlisle College and Habitat for Humanity Great Britain. Bitts Park Lodge, which was badly damaged during flooding in 2015, has […]
Carlisle Cathedral is now home to the Nation’s favourite stained glass window!
SHINING A LIGHT ON CARLISLE Carlisle Cathedral is now home to the Nation’s favourite stained glass window. by Danni Murphy Carlisle Cathedral has won the hearts of the nation – its magnificent East Window has been named the Nation’s Favourite Stained Glass Window in the recent Divine Light campaign, a social media competition run by […]
The future of Haig Colliery Mining Museum is looking bright it would ‘seam’!
REVIVING A WEST CUMBRIAN ICON The future of Haig Colliery Mining Museum is looking bright it would ‘seam’… by Stephen Murphy The Haig Pit site which consists of Haig Colliery Mining Museum and the Haig Pit Cafe, sadly closed their doors over a decade ago, there was hope that West Cumbria Mining would play a […]
Carlisle Cathedral’s East Window named as “Nation’s Favourite”
Carlisle Cathedral’s East Window named as “Nation’s Favourite” Carlisle Cathedral’s East Window has been named the Nation’s Favourite Stained Glass Window, in the Divine Light social media campaign and competition organised by the Association of English Cathedrals (AEC). The campaign ran from the beginning of Advent into the New Year and featured a stained-glass window […]
A new chapter for a historic landmark – Whitehaven Town Council opens its new headquarters
A NEW CHAPTER FOR A HISTORIC LANDMARK Whitehaven Town Council opens its new headquarters. by Danni Murphy Whitehaven Town Council has officially moved into its newly refurbished headquarters, an inspiring transformation of the old Whitehaven News building which had stood empty for years. Now beautifully restored, the building shines once again as one of the […]
LEVELS WHITEHAVEN: Where esports, virtual reality gaming, and immersive learning collide
LEVELS WHITEHAVEN Where esports, virtual reality gaming, and immersive learning collide. by Stephen Murphy We can’t wait for LEVELS Immersive Entertainment and Education Centre in Whitehaven to throw open its doors and welcome everyone in. LEVELS is a concept where young people, primarily, will be able to learn, have fun (lots of fun), see the […]
The History of St. Bees Priory: Centuries of History, Raids and Restoration
THE HISTORY OF ST. BEES PRIORY St. Bees Priory has stood witness to centuries of history, raids and restoration. by Jonathan Fraser, Cumbria and the Borders History The name St. Bees comes from its 12th century name Kirkeby Becock which translates to Church Town of St. Bega, St. Bee being another name for Bega. The […]
Update on the new Maryport Maritime Museum
Update on the new Maryport Maritime Museum The creation of Maryport Maritime Museum, a new destination being created in the former Christ Church as part of Cumberland Council’s £12 million regeneration of the town, is taking longer than planned after some windows were found to be more damaged than initially thought. Christ Church is more […]
Tullie to Unveil Stunning New Welcome Space, Shop and Carlisle Gallery on 26 April 2025
Tullie to Unveil Stunning New Welcome Space, Shop and Carlisle Gallery on 26 April 2025 Tullie, Cumbria’s largest museum set in the heart of Carlisle’s Historic Quarter, is set to unveil its new revitalised spaces on Saturday 26 April 2025. This exciting transformation will enhance the visitor experience with a modernised welcome area and entrance, […]
