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A new family-run showroom, My Next Sofa, opens in Workington!
Finding your next sofa in Workington A new family-run showroom bringing quality, choice and personalised furniture to Workington. by Danni Murphy For Marcin Kęsicki, launching My Next Sofa in Workington is about much more than selling furniture. It is about creating a different kind of shopping experience, built around quality, honest advice and helping customers […]
The Briery Hotel, Stainburn, is back in business and the residents are delighted
THE BRIARY IS BACK The Briery Hotel, Stainburn, is back in business and the residents are delighted. by Stephen Murphy Now, many reading this will proceed with a pinch of scepticism, and rightly so, given the relentless opening and closing of the place. It has had nearly as many managers as Manchester United in the […]
J.B. BANKS & SON are celebrating 190 years of tradition in Cockermouth
J.B. BANKS & SON: Celebrating 190 years of tradition in Cockermouth. by Danni Murphy Few businesses can claim to have served their community for almost two centuries, but in 2026, Cockermouth’s much-loved JB Banks & Son is celebrating an extraordinary 190 years in business. Established in 1836 by John Banks, the traditional hardware shop has […]
Carlisle Ambassadors Celebrates Milestone 900th Member as Network Continues to Grow
Carlisle Ambassadors Celebrates Milestone 900th Member as Network Continues to Grow Carlisle Ambassadors is delighted to announce that it has welcomed its 900th member, marking another significant milestone in the growth of the city’s thriving ambassador network. The 900th member is Currys Business Carlisle, joining hundreds of individuals, businesses and organisations committed to championing Carlisle […]
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 […]
GARDENING DURING JULY & AUGUST: The Summer spotlight with West Coast Composting.
GARDENING DURING JULY & AUGUST The Summer spotlight with West Coast Composting. by Danni Murphy For many gardeners, July and August represent the pinnacle of the gardening year. During these months, gardens burst with vibrant colours, vegetable patches yield a bountiful harvest, and wildlife thrives. However, the height of summer also presents challenges, including dry […]
HARKER GARDEN BUILDINGS: Sheds built to last
HARKER GARDEN BUILDINGS Sheds built to last. by Danni Murphy For more than 20 years, Harker Garden Buildings has been helping homeowners transform their outdoor spaces with high-quality, handcrafted timber buildings. Based in Carlisle, the company designs, manufactures, delivers, and installs everything from practical garden sheds and workshops to beautiful summer houses, bespoke timber structures, […]
BACK 2 SCHOOL WITH GOODY 2 SHOES: The best fit for growing feet
BACK 2 SCHOOL WITH GOODY 2 SHOES The best fit for growing feet. by Danielle Murphy As September approaches and the countdown to the new school year begins, one essential item rises to the top of every parent’s checklist: school shoes. And one of the biggest issues many parents face is finding a pair that […]
THE COUNTRYMAN, LAMPLUGH: A sought-after spots for locals, visitors, and food lovers alike
THE COUNTRYMAN, LAMPLUGH One of the area’s most sought-after spots for locals, visitors, and food lovers alike. by Stephen Murphy The Countryman in Lamplugh is certainly proving to be a massive hit, with securing a table becoming something of a treat in itself. This establishment is going from strength to strength due to the dishes […]
Taste of the Sea Food Festival returns on Saturday 8 & Sunday 9 August 2026
MARYPORT… TUCK IN! The Taste Cumbria festival returns on Saturday 8 & Sunday 9 August 2026. by Suzanne Elsworth Maryport will host another Taste Cumbria food festival this Summer and it promises to be another mouth-watering treat for locals and visitors alike. The event will take place across two sites again, the Harbourside Event Space, […]
