Welcome to Linstock

Linstock is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated on the outskirts of the city of Carlisle and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the main attractions of Linstock is its proximity to the Lake District National Park. The park is home to some of the most stunning scenery in the UK, including mountains, lakes, and forests. Visitors to Linstock can easily access the park and enjoy a range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and fishing. The village is also close to Hadrian's Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that attracts thousands of visitors each year.

Despite its small size, Linstock has a strong sense of community. The village has a number of local amenities, including a pub, a post office, and a village hall. There are also several community groups and events that take place throughout the year, such as a summer fete and a Christmas market. Linstock is a friendly and welcoming place, and visitors are sure to feel at home in this charming village.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 10°C

Feels Like: 6.5°C

Wind: 19.7 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School	Details
Houghton C Of E School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Stephen Johnston	Jackson Road Houghton Carlisle Cumbria CA3 0PA 01228593992 School Website
Crosby On Eden C Of E School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Julia Dalgleish	Crosby-On-Eden Carlisle Cumbria CA6 4QN 01228212080 School Website
St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Carlisle Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Hutchinson	Victoria Road Botcherby Carlisle Cumbria CA1 2UE 1228818201 School Website
Stanwix School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kuldip Mcmullan	Church Street Stanwix Carlisle Cumbria CA3 9DW 01228596069 School Website
Newman Catholic School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr John Mcauley	Lismore Place Carlisle Cumbria CA1 1NA 01228404942 School Website
Richard Rose Central Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Dan Markham	Victoria Place Carlisle Cumbria CA1 1LY 01228822060 School Website
James Rennie School Academy Special Converter Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mr Kris Williams	California Road Kingstown Carlisle Cumbria CA3 0BU 1228554280 School Website
Trinity School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Co Headteacher Joanne Hawkin	Strand Road Carlisle Cumbria CA1 1JB 01228516051 School Website
Scotby C Of E Primary School Foundation School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Jacqueline Watson	Park Road Scotby Carlisle Cumbria CA4 8AT 01228513270 School Website
Norman Street Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Karen Hodges	Norman Street Carlisle Cumbria CA1 2BQ 01228210168 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Carlisle Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ 2.37 Miles

Wetheral Wetheral, Wetheral, Cumbria, CA4 8JP 3.40 Miles

Dalston Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LT 6.19 Miles

Brampton (Cumbria) [Un-Named Lane Off A689], Near Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 1HW 7.82 Miles

Armathwaite Station Road, Armathwaite, Cumbria, CA4 9PL 9.06 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Executive Cabs Ltd 01228 529957 410 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2RU 1.70 Miles
Executive Cars 01228 524010 310 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2BX 1.73 Miles
Go Green Car 0844 875 9757 Wakefield Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HE 2.06 Miles
Border Cars Business Centre 01228 882255 Grears Hill Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HA 2.28 Miles
Beeline Taxis 01228 534440 35 London Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2JZ 2.38 Miles
Carlisle Drivers 01228 515818 Stephenson Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 3NX 2.39 Miles
City Taxis 01228 520000 Westmoor Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HD 2.43 Miles
Prestige Taxi 07928 679598 Argyll Drive, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 3PB 2.48 Miles
Radio Taxis 01228 527575 Unit 10 Robert Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5AN 2.50 Miles
Carwhinley Cars 01228 674002 Harker Industrial Units, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 4DN 2.54 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Linstock (Sdc) Collection Today available until:11:00 Weekday Last Collection:11:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Old Grove (Sdc) Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:10:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Brunstock D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Whiteclosegate D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tribune Drive Houghton D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rickerby D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Houghton Po Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Houghton Road North D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brampton Road D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tesco (Sdc) Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:15
Crosby On Eden (Sdc) Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:10:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Knells (Sdc) Collection Today available until:11:00 Weekday Last Collection:11:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Wheelbarrow Corner (Sdc) Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:45
Charlotte Terrace D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodlands Close D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Carlisle Locality Primary Care Services 01228 603608	4 Wavell Drive Rosehill Carlisle Cumbria CA1 2SE
Dr Horne 15 Scotland Road 1228533872	15 Scotland Road Carlisle Cumbria CA3 9HR
North Carlisle Medical Practice	Eden Street Carlisle Cumbria CA3 9JZ
North Carlisle Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Eden Street Carlisle CA3 9JZ
North Carlisle Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Eden Street Carlisle CA3 9JZ

Local Stores

Central Avenue
Central Avenue
Harraby
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA1 3QB
01228 525740
shop.4768@coop.co.uk
Store Website
2.50 miles

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SPAR Whiteclosegate
Whiteclosegate Filling Station
Brampton Old Road
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 0JN
01228534300
Store Website
0.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Craig Robinson Vets Ltd
6 Wavell Drive Rosehill Industrial Estate Carlisle Cumbria CA1 2ST 01228 521393 support@cr-vets.co.uk Website 1.72 miles
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Carlisle Vets4pets Ltd
Unit C 54 Scotland Road Carlisle Cumbria CA3 9DB 01228 547956 carlisle@vets4pets.com Website 1.81 miles
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Eden Veterinary Centre
213 Kingstown Road Carlisle Cumbria CA3 0BB 01228 541999 Website 1.96 miles

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Coomara Veterinary Practice
Chertsey House Chertsey Grove Carlisle Cumbria CA1 2QX 01228 524740 admin@coomara.co.uk Website 2.64 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 2.72 miles
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Falcon Veterinary Group
330 London Road Carlisle Cumbria CA1 3ER 01228 558833 info@falconvet.co.uk Website 2.96 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 2.38 miles

Location what3words rising.actual.popped

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 5.82 miles Access Via A69, Take The Turning 'Hayton And Town Head - Car Park For The Woods Is About 200 Yards From The Turn

Location what3words udder.dreading.scoots

Talkin Tarn
Its A Quiet Park With A Lake Away From Roads. B6413 7.25 miles Brampton

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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 19.36 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.

Location what3words neatly.informal.factories

Greenlee Lough
NE47 7AN 20.64 miles Follow The B6318 To The Crossroads With The National Park Centre At Once Brewed. Take The Turning Signposted Steel Rigg.

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 22.59 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.

Weather Forecast

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	Overcast	Overcast	Fog	Mist	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Clear
Temp	17.2°C	16.8°C	14.2°C	14.4°C	17.4°C	22.4°C	25.2°C	26.3°C	26.4°C	25.7°C	23.5°C	20.6°C
Feels Like	17.2°C	16.8°C	14.3°C	14.7°C	17.4°C	23.7°C	26.5°C	27.5°C	27.6°C	27°C	25.4°C	21.8°C

Tuesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Fog	Fog	Mist	Mist	Sunny	Cloudy	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Clear
Temp	20.3°C	18.8°C	17.7°C	16.9°C	18.7°C	22.7°C	26.5°C	27.6°C	27.7°C	26.9°C	24.5°C	22°C
Feels Like	20.3°C	18.8°C	17.7°C	16.9°C	18.7°C	24.3°C	28.2°C	29°C	29.1°C	28.5°C	26.5°C	23.1°C

Wednesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Mist	Mist	Mist	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Sunny	Clear
Temp	21.3°C	20.4°C	20°C	20°C	22.5°C	25.5°C	28.2°C	29.5°C	29.7°C	29°C	26.8°C	23.8°C
Feels Like	21.3°C	20.4°C	20°C	20°C	23.5°C	27.3°C	30.1°C	31.7°C	32.1°C	31.6°C	29°C	25.3°C

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