Welcome to Kiskin

Kiskin is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated in the northern part of the county, close to the Scottish border. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and lush green fields. The River Esk runs through the village, providing a picturesque setting for visitors and locals alike.

Kiskin has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. The village was once a thriving market town, with a number of shops, pubs, and other businesses. Today, Kiskin is a quiet and peaceful place, with a close-knit community of residents who take pride in their village and its heritage.

Despite its small size, Kiskin has a number of attractions for visitors to enjoy. The village is home to a number of historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. Mary's Church and the 17th-century Kiskin Hall. There are also several walking trails in the surrounding countryside, offering stunning views of the local landscape. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, Kiskin is a great place to go fishing, cycling, or horse riding.

Local Schools

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Local Train Stations

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Local Taxis

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Car For Occasions 01988 500579 Saint Ninian's Crescent, Newton Stewart, Dumfries And Galloway, DG8 8PJ 11.77 Miles
Allans Taxi Service 01557 331663 9 Hornel Rd, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries And Galloway, DG6 4LH 16.63 Miles
Jj Cabs 01557 331641 14 Merse Park, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries And Galloway, DG6 4RL 17.32 Miles
Kirkcudbright Taxis 01557 331177 3 Merse Avenue, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries And Galloway, DG6 4RN 17.38 Miles
Wigtown Taxis 07818 816637 12 North Main Street, Newton Stewart, Dumfries And Galloway, DG8 9HL 20.13 Miles
Jans Cabs 01556 502615 1 Marle Ter, Castle Douglas, Dumfries And Galloway, DG7 1DU 25.37 Miles
J And J Taxis 01946 691415 Lakeland Ave, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9PY 25.47 Miles
Alpha Cabs 01946 692233 45 Buttermere Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9PX 25.49 Miles
Klm Cabs 01946 66007 3 Loweswater Av, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9NR 25.52 Miles
L And G Taxis 01946 66644 Armier, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9PN 25.54 Miles

Local Post Boxes

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Local GP Practices

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Local Stores

Kirkcudbright
St Cuthbert Street
Kirkcudbright
The Stewartry Of Kirkcudbright
DG6 4HZ
01557 331410
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17.09 miles

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SPAR Port William
5-9 The Square
Port William
DG8 9SE
01988 700124
Store Website
18.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

David Campion T/A Priory Veterinary Centre
3 St John Street Whithorn Newton Stewart Wigtownshire DG8 8PD 01988 500356 11.87 miles

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Galloway Vets Ltd
The Veterinary Surgery Gas Lane Kirkcudbright Dumfriesshire DG6 4HX 01557 330632 gallowayvets@hotmail.co.uk 17.19 miles
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Machars Veterinary Services
Bladnoch Bridge Industrial Estate Bladnock Newton Stewart Wigtownshire DG8 9AB 01988402222 reception@macharsveterinaryservices.co.uk Website 19.81 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Buttermere
A Dog Friendly Circular Walk Around Buttermere, In The Lake District. Follow The Perimeter Of The Lake, Passing By Some Woodland And Farmland. CA13 9XA 38.29 miles From Keswick, Take The Honister Pass (B5289) Signposted To Buttermere.

Noble Knott
A Short, Circular Forest Walk With Plenty Of Woodland And Streams To Enjoy. CA12 5TW 39.92 miles From Keswick, Take The A66 Toward Cockermouth. Follow Signs For Braithwaite On The B5292/Whinlatter Pass. Head Through Braithwaite And On To Noble Knott Car Park On Your Left (Identified By A Green Signpost On The Road), Just Following A Lay-By To Your Right.

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 43.32 miles Keswick Is Located In The North Of The Lake District National Park And Is Well-Signposted.

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 43.55 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.

Great Langdale Valley
A Circular Walk Taking In Part Of The Cumbria Way Towards Chapel Stile And Back Along The Centre Of The Valley With Stunning Scenery Of The Langdale Pikes. LA22 9JU 46.59 miles From Ambleside, Follow Signs For Coniston On The A593. Continue On The B5343 Following Signs For Great Langdale. Pass Through Chapel Stile And Continue On The Road For 3-4 Miles.

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Thornhill And The Covenanters Graveyard
36 A76 Thornhill DG3 5AY 48.39 miles

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