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Carlisle lies 10 miles South of the Scottish borders at the confluence of three major rivers. It is the main commercial and industrial centre for northern cumbria and was originally established as a Roman settlement to serve the forts on Hadrian's Wall. Carlisle Castle, a mediaeval fortress, was built in 1092 and once served as a prison and is now the home to the Border Regiment Museum.
 
 
 
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A World in Miniature Museum
This truly amazing museum contains of one the world’s top three collections of quality miniatures, from remarkable 1/12th scale copies of antique furniture, paintings and china in beautiful room settings, to everyday items at sizes you just won’t believe. Made...
 
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Border & Kings Regiment Museum
Two floors of displays tell the story of Cumbria’s County Infantry Regiment from 1702 to date, with uniforms, weapons, silver, paintings, medals including 4 Victoria Crosses and much more. The museum is located within Carlisle Castle, a superb Medieval fortress...
 
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  If you like history, you'll be spoilt for choice in Carlisle after all it has a history that is over 2000 years in the making, much of which is still visible to this day. So if you want Roman forts, medieval castles and churches, classic museums or modern arts and cultural events Carlisle ticks the boxes. There is also a huge range of accommodation available ranging from the very expensive luxury hotel to the more modest bed and breakfasts.   - Zoe567
 
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Carlisle Castle
The mighty fortress that is Carlisle Castle has watched over the city of Carlisle for 900 years. Situated at the western end of the of the Anglo-Scottish border, Carlisle has witnessed many turbulent conflicts and sieges. Visitors to the castle...
 
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Carlisle Cathedral
Founded in 1122, Carlisle Cathedral is an impressive building, dominating the skyline from across the city. The building is rich both in decoration and in history, with perhaps the most interesting features being the spectacular vaulted roof and the great...
 
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Carlisle Cathedral Museum
Located close to the Scottish border, the city of Carlisle has enjoyed a long and interesting history. This museum is located within the treasury and tells the story of the fantastic cathedral, of which there has been a part...
 
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Carlisle Racecourse
Carlisle Racecourse is situated at Blackwell on the outskirts of the historic, Borders city of Carlisle in Cumbria. Set in open countryside, the undulating course provides high quality racing every month of the year staging eleven national hunt meetings from...
 
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Guildhall Museum
The Guildhall Museum situated in the heart of the city of Carlisle, has been the home to Carlisle’s historic Trade Guilds for over 500 years, and is one of the oldest surviving buildings of the city. Displays feature Guild items...
 
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Laserquest Carlisle
At Lazerquest children over seven can unleash a volley of lazerfire in the intense battle zone, each game lasts for an excellent 20 minutes. The lasers are completely safe, and the center can even provide birthday parties. The game style...
 
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Linton Tweeds
Come along to our showroom and see the sumptous fancy fabrics which are designed and manufactured at our mill in Carlisle for couture ladieswear and sold to many leading international fashion houses. Our fabrics are also available by mail...
 
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Solway Aviation Museum
Run by a group of enthusiasts and volunteers this museum brings together a wealth of artefacts and information related to British military aviation in the northwest of the country in the middle of the 20th Century. There are several...
 
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Tullie House Museum
Voted Enjoy England Silver Award for Large Visitor Attraction of the Year 2008. Enjoy a great day out at Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, Carlisle’s premier visitor attraction. Tullie House boasts many different attractions and features brought together in...
 
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