Independent Businesses

UK Roadshow visited Carlisle and champion local small businesses

UK Roadshow visited Carlisle and champion local small businesses Carlisle was one of the locations to be visited by Small Business Saturday’s national roadshow this week, as part of plans to celebrate the nation’s favourite small businesses. ‘The Tour’ is a month-long nationwide roadshow, visiting and spotlighting some of the UK’s most inspiring small businesses, […]

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Seasonal Fun at Taste Cumbria Christmas – 6 & 7 December!

SEASONAL FUN AT TASTE CUMBRIA CHRISTMAS Saturday 6 & Sunday 7 December, 2025. by Suzanne Elsworth Cockermouth is the sparkling destination for another Christmas celebration of the county’s very best flavours. Taste Cumbria is back for more festive fun, with eating, drinking, shopping, live music, comedy and more. This is the perfect opportunity to start […]

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Carlisle’s Historic Quarter is open for business!

CARLISLE’S HISTORIC QUARTER A journey through time with local flavor and unique finds. by Danni Murphy Carlisle’s Historic Quarter is without a doubt one of my favourite places in Cumbria – wherever you look history is abound, the atmosphere, the buildings, and the layout all make for an experience in itself;  just being there and […]

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Shop local this Christmas with our Festive Gift Guide!

SHOP LOCAL THIS CHRISTMAS Cumbria is rife with fantastic independent businesses each offering something special, if you’re stuck for ideas, we’ve got you covered. by Danni Murphy Shopping locally at Christmas offers numerous benefits for both individuals and the wider community. Exploring your local high streets can be a delightful surprise, as independent shops are […]

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