Welcome to Monkhill

Monkhill is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles south of Carlisle and is home to a population of around 500 people. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists. Monkhill is also known for its historic buildings, including the Grade II listed Monkhill Station, which was built in 1836 and is now a private residence.

One of the main attractions in Monkhill is the local pub, The Crown Inn. This traditional English pub serves a range of real ales and home-cooked food, and is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. The pub also hosts regular events, including live music and quiz nights. Another popular attraction in the village is the Monkhill and Burgh by Sands Heritage Trail, which takes visitors on a journey through the history of the area, from the Roman occupation to the present day.

Monkhill is a peaceful and picturesque village that offers visitors a taste of rural England. With its historic buildings, beautiful countryside, and friendly locals, it is the perfect destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Whether you are a keen walker, a history buff, or simply looking for a relaxing break, Monkhill has something to offer everyone.

Local Schools

School	Details
Burgh By Sands School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sonia Southern	Burgh By Sands Carlisle Cumbria CA5 6AP 01228576397 School Website
Rockcliffe C Of E School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Amanda Lee	Rockcliffe Carlisle Cumbria CA6 4AA 01228674631 School Website
Kirkbampton C Of E School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Andrea Armstrong	Kirkbampton Carlisle Cumbria CA5 6HX 01228576377 School Website
Belle Vue Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Cairns	Beaver Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 7PT 01228593161 School Website
Yewdale School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Gemma Brierley (Interim Executive Head)	Yewdale Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 7SD 01228830036 School Website
Great Orton Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Matthew Walker	Great Orton Carlisle Cumbria CA5 6NA 01228711602 School Website
Kingmoor Nursery And Infant School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Nicola Corfield	Hether Drive Lowry Hill Carlisle Cumbria CA3 0ES 01228558892 School Website
Newtown Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Gemma Brierley (Interim Executive Head)	Newtown Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 7LW 1228409650 School Website
Kingmoor Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Hayley Stewart	Liddle Close Lowry Hill Carlisle Cumbria CA3 0DU 01228409715 School Website
Austin Friars Other Independent School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mr Matthew Harris	Etterby Scaur Carlisle Cumbria CA3 9PB 01228528042 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Carlisle Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ 4.13 Miles

Dalston Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LT 5.21 Miles

Gretna Green Station Road, Off Glasgow Road, Gretna Green, Dumfries And Galloway, DG16 5HF 6.17 Miles

Wetheral Wetheral, Wetheral, Cumbria, CA4 8JP 8.03 Miles

Wigton Station Road, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA 8.30 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
City Taxis 01228 520000 Westmoor Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HD 2.76 Miles
Prestige Travel Carlisle 07783 746060 37 Yewdale Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 7SP 2.81 Miles
Border Cars Business Centre 01228 882255 Grears Hill Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HA 2.96 Miles
Go Green Car 0844 875 9757 Wakefield Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HE 3.13 Miles
Radio Taxis 01228 527575 Millrace Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5RS 3.23 Miles
Carwhinley Cars 01228 674002 Harker Industrial Units, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 4DN 3.43 Miles
Metro Taxis 01228 522088 Norfolk Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5JA 3.95 Miles
Radio Taxis 01228 527575 Unit 10 Robert Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5AN 4.18 Miles
Beeline Taxis 01228 534440 35 London Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2JZ 4.49 Miles
Executive Cars 01228 524010 310 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2BX 4.81 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Monkhill (Sdc) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:11:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:45
Beaumont (Sdc) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:10:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:45
Kirkandrews (Sdc) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:10:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Burgh Head (Sdc) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Moorhouse (Sdc) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:15
Burgh-By-Sands No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Cargo (Sdc) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:10:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15
Grinsdale D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thurstonfield (Sdc) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:45
Rockliffe (Sdc) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Kirkstead Close D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Little Orton (Sdc) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:30 Saturday Last Collection:07:30
Dykesfield D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Moorpark Avenue (Sdc) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:45
Housteads Road D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
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
Eden Medical Group 01228 524477	The Eden Medical Group Port Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 7AJ
Morton Surgery	Langrigg Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 6DT

Local Stores

Morton
Stonegarth Road
Morton
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA2 6PD
01228 524753
Store Website
3.45 miles

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SPAR Hutton Way
12
Hutton Way
Carlisle
CA2 7TH
01228 522964
Store Website
2.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Eden Veterinary Centre
213 Kingstown Road Carlisle Cumbria CA3 0BB 01228 541999 Website 3.23 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 3.23 miles
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Richard Martin House
275 Wigton Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 6JY 01228521393 support@cr-vets.co.uk Website 3.40 miles

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Carlisle Vets4pets Ltd
Unit C 54 Scotland Road Carlisle Cumbria CA3 9DB 01228 547956 carlisle@vets4pets.com Website 3.63 miles
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Coomara Veterinary Practice
Chertsey House Chertsey Grove Carlisle Cumbria CA1 2QX 01228 524740 admin@coomara.co.uk Website 5.19 miles

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Craig Robinson Vets Ltd
6 Wavell Drive Rosehill Industrial Estate Carlisle Cumbria CA1 2ST 01228 521393 support@cr-vets.co.uk Website 5.49 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 2.96 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 10.98 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 12.42 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 21.01 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.

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 21.58 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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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 22.54 miles Keswick Is Located In The North Of The Lake District National Park And Is Well-Signposted.

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