Welcome to Cumdivock

Cumdivock is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated near the River Caldew and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many archaeological sites in the area. The village is also home to a number of historic buildings, including St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century.

One of the most notable features of Cumdivock is its stunning natural beauty. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it the perfect destination for those who love the great outdoors. There are many walking and cycling routes in the area, and visitors can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The River Caldew is also a popular spot for fishing and boating, and there are many opportunities to spot wildlife in the area.

Despite its small size, Cumdivock has a strong sense of community. The village is home to a number of local businesses, including a pub and a post office, and there are many community events throughout the year. The annual Cumdivock Show is a highlight of the village calendar, and attracts visitors from all over the region. Overall, Cumdivock is a charming and picturesque village that offers visitors a taste of rural life in Cumbria.

Local Schools

School	Details
Thursby Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jayne Williams	Thursby Carlisle Cumbria CA5 6PN 01228711180 School Website
Rosley C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Joanne Tinniswood	Rosley Wigton Cumbria CA7 8AU 01697342776 School Website
St Michaels C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr L Smith	Dalston Carlisle Cumbria CA5 7LN 01228711544 School Website
Lime House School Other Independent School Ages:3-18 Head Teacher Mr Andy Guest	Holm Hill Dalston Carlisle Cumbria CA5 7BX 01228710225 School Website
Caldew School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Victoria Jackson	Dalston Carlisle Cumbria CA5 7NN 01228710044 School Website
Raughton Head C Of E School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Dickinson	Raughton Head Carlisle Cumbria CA5 7DD 01697476291 School Website
Great Orton Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Matthew Walker	Great Orton Carlisle Cumbria CA5 6NA 01228711602 School Website
Wiggonby C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Andrew Brooks	Wiggonby Wigton Cumbria CA7 0JR 01697342752 School Website
Stoneraise School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Clem Coady	Durdar Carlisle Cumbria CA5 7AT 01228712277 School Website
Cummersdale School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Gareth Jones	Cummersdale Carlisle Cumbria CA2 6BD 01228592087 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Dalston Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LT 2.01 Miles

Wigton Station Road, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA 5.35 Miles

Carlisle Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ 5.75 Miles

Wetheral Wetheral, Wetheral, Cumbria, CA4 8JP 8.73 Miles

Armathwaite Station Road, Armathwaite, Cumbria, CA4 9PL 10.41 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Prestige Travel Carlisle 07783 746060 37 Yewdale Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 7SP 4.61 Miles
Metro Taxis 01228 522088 Norfolk Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5JA 5.15 Miles
Barry's Taxi 07766 700020 103 Cant Cr, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 4JJ 5.38 Miles
Station House Taxis 016973 43148 Station House, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA 5.39 Miles
Thomason Travel 016973 44116 Station House, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA 5.39 Miles
Radio Taxis 01228 527575 Unit 10 Robert Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5AN 5.63 Miles
Radio Taxis 01228 527575 Millrace Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5RS 5.65 Miles
Beeline Taxis 01228 534440 35 London Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2JZ 5.81 Miles
Carlisle Drivers 01228 515818 Stephenson Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 3NX 6.17 Miles
Cook Alastair 01228 401022 74 Edgehill Rd, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 3PR 6.25 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Cumdivock (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:10:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
West Curthwaite D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thursby East Side D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Royal School (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:11:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Nealhouse (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:10:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:45
Rosley School D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
How End D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cardewlees (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:45
Moor End Thursby D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bridge End (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:12:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Baldwinholme (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:10:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:45
Dalston Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ninerigg Dalston (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:11:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Orton Grange Caravan Park (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Nether Welton (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dalston Medical Group 01228 710451	Dalston Medical Group The Surgery,Townsend Road Dalston Carlisle CA5 7PZ
Morton Surgery	Langrigg Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 6DT
Wigton Group Medical Practice 01697 342254	Wigton Group Medical Prac South End Wigton Cumbria CA7 9QD
Dr Britton 42 Blackwell Road 01228 531975	42 Blackwell Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 4EQ
Eden Medical Group 01228 524477	The Eden Medical Group Port Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 7AJ

Local Stores

Dalston - Carlisle
Townhead Road
Dalston
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA5 7QS
01228 712714
Store Website
1.97 miles

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SPAR Cardewlees
ML Richardson & Sons Spar Store
Cardewlees Service Station
Wigton Road
Great Orton Nr Carlisle
CA5 6LG
01228712244
Store Website
1.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Paragon Veterinary Group
Carlisle House, Townhead Road Dalston Carlisle Cumbria CA5 7JF 01228 710208 vets@paragonvet.com Website 1.73 miles
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Richard Martin House
275 Wigton Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 6JY 01228521393 support@cr-vets.co.uk Website 4.33 miles

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Belle Vue Vets Ltd
Syke Park Syke Road Wigton Cumbria CA7 9NE 01697 342174 info@wigtonvets.co.uk Website 4.77 miles
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Ashlea Veterinary Centre Ltd
Unit 2B Port Road Business Park Carlisle Cumbria CA2 7AF 01228 549177 vetsoffice@ashleavets.co.uk Website 5.58 miles
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Coomara Veterinary Practice
Chertsey House Chertsey Grove Carlisle Cumbria CA1 2QX 01228 524740 admin@coomara.co.uk Website 5.87 miles

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Falcon Veterinary Group
330 London Road Carlisle Cumbria CA1 3ER 01228 558833 info@falconvet.co.uk Website 5.93 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Kingmoor Nature Reserves
Kingmoor Sidings Is The Site Of A Once Busy And Grimy Steam Locomotive Depot, Now Echoes To The Sound Of Nature. Although Hidden By The Creeping Blanket Of Vegetation, You Can Still Get A Glimpse Of The Old Turntable And The Floor Of The Old Engine Sheds. Kingmoor Motive Power Depot Once Drew Schoolboys From All Around Carlisle And Beyond, To Marvel At The Spectacle Of Steam. 6 Kingmoor Rd Carlisle Lancashire CA3 9PZ 6.27 miles

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Lower Gelt
Beautiful Woods And Great For Dogs (But Maybe Not For The Type Of Dog That Launches Itself Down Sheer Sided River Banks!) Some Pools For Dog Swimming. A69 Brampton CA8 1SZ 12.97 miles Access Via A69, Take The Turning 'Hayton And Town Head - Car Park For The Woods Is About 200 Yards From The Turn

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Talkin Tarn
Its A Quiet Park With A Lake Away From Roads. B6413 14.20 miles Brampton

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Latrigg
A Circular Walk On One Of The Lowest Fells In The Lake District. This Walk Provides Outstanding Views Over Keswick And The Surrounding Area, Including Derwent Water And Bassenthwaite Lake. CA12 4PH 14.97 miles From Keswick, Take The A591 To Carlisle. After The First Roundabout, Take The First Right Turn To Skiddaw. The Car Park Is At The End Of The Narrow Road.

Castlerigg Stone Circle
Castlerigg Stone Circle Stands On A Natural Plateau Providing An Excellent Panoramic View Across The Surrounding Fells. It Is Composed Of 38 Free Standing Stones, With Some Being Up To 3 Metres High. It Is One Of Britain’S Earliest Stone Circles Dating Back Between 4,000 - 5,000 Years. CA12 5DN 16.50 miles Keswick Is Located In The North Of The Lake District National Park And Is Well-Signposted.

Holcombe Hill
The Walk Starts From A Public Footpath Opposite A Free Carpark Down From The Shoulder Of Mutton Pub. The Path Leads To A Cobbled Road, Take A Right And Then A Left To Go Up The Hill. There Is A Open Flat Incline Path For Wheel Chairs And Prams Etc. At The Top Of The Hill Is Peel Tower, On Some Days You Can Go Up It. Otherwise At The Top Is Marshy And Can Be Windy And Damp. Beautiful Heather And Scenery To Be Enjoyed. Approx An Hour And Half Walk. Fir Bank Skirsgill Ln Eamont Bridge Penrith CA10 2BQ 16.73 miles 300 Yards Down From Shoulder Of Mutton Theres Is A Small Car Park . On The Other Side Of The Road There Is A Public Footpath That Leads To A Cobble Road. Follow Up The Hill.

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