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Double Coup for Cumbria as Tour of Britain Returns to County
Cumbria is definitely the place to be for this year’s Tour of Britain with the county playing host to two full stages of British Cycling’s premier road cycling race in September. It’s the first time that two full stages of one of Britain’s top sporting events have been held within one county and represents a […]
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First Commercial Passenger Flights From Carlisle Airport Delayed
Good things come to those who wait… The first commercial passenger flights from Carlisle Lake District Airport, originally scheduled for Monday 4 June, have been postponed until later in the year. Kate Willard, Head of Corporate Projects for Stobart Group released a statement announcing that the commencement of scheduled air services from Carlisle Lake District […]
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Sedbergh Runaway Winners at the Northern School Athletics Championships
Sedbergh School athletics team swept the board at the Northern School athletics championships on 25th April where eighteen schools fielded teams at the Gateshead International Stadium. Sedbergh returned as winners in four events: Intermediate Girls, Intermediate Boys, Senior Girls and Senior boys, Junior Girls and Boys finished 5th and 7th. The Cumbrian School had a […]
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Carlisle Gets Ready To Welcome Weeping Window
Carlisle welcomes a window of opportunity, as poppies flood the city to commemorate centenary of the First World War. A striking, sea of red will tumble from the top of Carlisle Castle, as an iconic art installation offers a chance to reflect on and connect with the sacrifices made during the First World War. In […]
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New Wardens Enjoy Outdoor Office Life on Cumbria’s Coast
Seasonal wardens have just been appointed to monitor and protect the wildlife on two dramatic coastal sites managed by Cumbria Wildlife Trust: Rockliffe Marsh in the Solway Firth and Foulney Island Nature Reserve near Barrow. Erin Madden is the new warden at Rockcliffe Marsh, a privately-owned area of grazed saltmarsh, approximately 1,000 hectares in size, […]
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Eden Valley Hospice & Jigsaw Retail Team Celebrate Record Breaking Year
Local people make a real difference at their local hospice, as Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw Retail Team celebrate another record breaking year. If you’ve had a spring clean or could do with clearing out clutter, donating your unwanted items to an Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw charity shop, could help support adults and children […]
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Irish legends and TV Comic Among Highlights in May at Rosehill Theatre
A legendary Irish band, a force on the saxophone and a TV comic will all take to the Rosehill stage in May. First up are The Fureys on their 40th anniversary tour, promising another night of great music and stories. The evening will feature timeless classics such as I Will Love You, When You Were […]
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Stars Line Up to Kick Off 4 Dementia
Former premier league footballers and reality TV stars will help raise awareness of dementia at a major event taking place in Barrow next month. Kick Off 4 Dementia will feature top-flight players, including ex-Manchester United defender David May, as well as stars from reality shows The Apprentice and Gogglebox, as well as entertainment from Britain’s […]
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Sedbergh School Goes Global
Five hundred years of educational history is about to embark on a new initiative as Sedbergh School in Cumbria supports the opening and operation of the Rong Qiao –Sedbergh School in Fuzhou, China. Sedbergh School International Limited will advise the Rong Qiao Group who will build, own and operate the Rong Qiao Sedbergh School. The […]
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Lionel Richie Shows Support For Carlisle United F.C
Ahead of his show at Brunton Park on 17th June, Lionel Richie has shown his support for Carlisle United F.C wishing them luck for the rest of the season. Lionel says: “Good luck to Carlisle United for the rest of the season! Looking forward to performing at the legendary Brunton Park in June.” The international superstar will return to the […]
