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Alice Fashions: Where style blossoms and friendships flourish.
Alice Fashions: Where style blossoms and friendships flourish. by Danielle Murphy Alice Fashions is more than just a clothing boutique—it’s a place where genuine connections are made and friendships are forged. With a warm, inviting atmosphere, Suzanne offers a level of customer care that’s rare in today’s retail landscape. Situated on Castle Street, just across […]
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ARTEMIS ART & FASHION: Whitehaven’s most unique boutique!
ARTEMIS ART & FASHION: Whitehaven’s most unique boutique! by Danni Murphy Artemis Art and Fashion brings a magical combination together, in one premise and offers people the opportunity to express themselves both artistically and aesthetically. Opened by Artemisa Pop in 2024 on Roper Street, the shop became known for its quirky and unique wares, however […]
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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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Multi award-winning Luna Amatores is on the up and up!
SHOOTING FOR THE MOON! Multi award-winning Luna Amatores is on the up and up. by Danni Murphy Luna Amatores is certainly one of the most unique and quirky shops in Cumbria, and one of the most popular because of its diverse and vast range of stock despite only being open two years they have already […]
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The King Street Comeback!
THE KING STREET COMEBACK Will King Street once again be the crowning glory of Whitehaven? by Stephen Murphy King Street in Whitehaven is making a comeback, reviving its role as the “Crowning Glory” of the town. Once bustling and full of life, King Street declined due to the rise of national chains, economic downturns, and […]
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Perfect Summer Cocktail: Tropical Mai Tai
Perfect Summer Cocktail: Tropical Mai Tai by Scott Ferguson, The Rum Story Create this totally tropical tipple with a brand new rum flavour by Jefferson’s of Whitehaven… Ingredients: 25ml Jefferson’s Tropical Rum 1 tbsp orange curacao 2 tsp orgeat syrup 25ml lime juice 2 tsp sugar syrup ice cubes crushed ice 25ml dark rum wedge […]
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There’s a new shop taking Whitehaven by storm
Ethereal Stormz is a brand new alternative shop on King Street in Whitehaven. by Danni Murphy Unlike any other shop in town, they bring something totally different to the high street with a range of alternative gifts, homeware and crystals! Opening in January this year the shop is based on King Street in the old […]
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From tractor to table with Ollievander’s of Cumbria
From tractor to table with Ollievander’s of Cumbria When it comes to food there is no argument that fresh and local is king, luckily for us here in Cumbria Ollievander’s fresh produce shop is on our doorstep on Cockermouth high street… Owned by Vannessa and Mark, the beautiful little shop is filled to the brim […]
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50 Years of Excellence
Whitehaven’s independent jewellers, J. O Dixon, have been creating the sparkle that’s helped couples declare their love for 50 years. “My dad, John, set up the business in 1970,” explained current owner Helen Dixon. “He bought it to keep my Nanna, Ada, happy. At the time my family had fishing trawlers and ran a fishmonger, […]
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