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Something special at Sally’s of Warwick Bridge
Good homemade food does something special to the soul, but Sally’s in Warwick Bridge takes this to a whole new level. The beautiful little cafe opened its doors 10 years ago after owner Sally Longstaff was made redundant in her previous job. The old post office building presented the perfect venue for Sally’s new venture, […]
Maryport Arts and Literature Festival 2024: Life on the Edge
Maryport Arts and Literature Festival 2024: Life on the Edge Talking trees, the ecology crisis and historic battles for justice will be among the topics discussed at the Maryport Arts and Literature Festival – back for its 14th year on 1st March at the Senhouse Roman Museum. This year’s theme will be ‘Life on the […]
A Cut Above the Rest: Mark A. Pearce
A Cut Above the Rest: Mark A. Pearce There are many reasons to visit Ravenglass – timeless, inspiring and always a pleasure to visit – it never fails to leave a lasting impression and always draws you back. This beautiful coastal village is also home to world-class artist Mark A Pearce. Ravenglass has always been […]
Work starts at historic Maryport landmark
Work starts at historic Maryport landmark Contractors are on site starting the transformation of one of Maryport’s most historic buildings. Christ Church on King Street is becoming a new home for Maryport Maritime Museum and work has now started on site. The Grade II listed building, which dates back to 1872, was empty for a […]
The Whitehaven Wave To Shine Bright Again
The Whitehaven Wave To Shine Bright Again There is a whole generation of locals that have never seen the Whitehaven Wave transform the stunning historic harbourside into a kaleidoscope of colour. Well, hopefully sometime very soon, this will all change. One of John Baker’s — Whitehaven Harbour Commissioners CEO’s — parting gifts to the town […]
Whitehaven Hall – Take a Step back in Time
Whitehaven Hall – Take a Step back in Time Covid made many of us take stock of what we were doing with our lives and for many, where they were spending that time… One such couple was Art Dealer Jamie Verron and partner, Greggs Manager, Steven White. Having decided that living in the commuter belt […]
Welcome to Cockermouth…
Welcome to Cockermouth… Is Cockermouth the most colourful town in Cumbria? Absolutely! Cockermouth is a stunning Georgian Gem that seems to look better with each passing year. The town has had a rough time over the last 11 years, we all know about the floods, followed by more flooding. However, the town, its people and […]
The man with a plan…
The man with a plan… As we are about to head into Winter which will bring along the inevitable dark nights, it won’t be all dark and gloomy, not in Whitehaven. Thanks to The Man with the Plan – Harbour Commissioner Chief Exec – John Baker. Things will certainly be brighter now that the Harbour […]
Stay And Shop Local In Carlisle With Safer Measures In Place
Stay and Shop Local in Carlisle with Safer measures in place – Carlisle City Council has put in place a range of safety measures to ensure Carlisle is a safe place to shop and visit. In addition to hand sanitising points, the council has also installed new signage and floor markings promoting the government’s Hands, […]
Christmas Close To Home – Shop Local
Christmas Close To Home – Shop Local: Christmas might not feel the same this year but that doesn’t mean we can’t still make it awesome. We’ve developed a habit of flying overseas for Christmas markets or disappearing along the motorway to Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Newcastle. However, with high COVID infection rates in those places, […]
