Welcome to Rockcliffe Cross

Rockcliffe Cross is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. The village is situated on the Solway Firth, which is a large estuary that separates England from Scotland. The village is known for its beautiful scenery, which includes rolling hills, lush green fields, and stunning views of the sea. The village is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the Rockcliffe Cross, which is a 14th-century stone cross that stands in the center of the village.

The Rockcliffe Cross is a beautiful and historic monument that has stood in the village of Rockcliffe for over 600 years. The cross is made of sandstone and stands at over 10 feet tall. It is believed that the cross was erected in the 14th century as a marker for pilgrims traveling to the nearby St. Ninian's Chapel. The cross is decorated with intricate carvings, including images of saints and angels, and is a testament to the skill of the medieval stonemasons who created it.

Today, the Rockcliffe Cross is a popular tourist attraction and is visited by people from all over the world. The cross is a symbol of the rich history and heritage of the village of Rockcliffe, and is a reminder of the important role that the village played in the religious and cultural life of medieval England. Visitors to the village can explore the cross and the other historic buildings in the area, and can enjoy the stunning natural beauty of the surrounding countryside.

Local Schools

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Burgh By Sands School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sonia Southern	Burgh By Sands Carlisle Cumbria CA5 6AP 01228576397 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
Bowness On Solway Primary School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Stuart Walsh	Bowness-On-Solway Wigton Cumbria CA7 5AF 01697351384 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
Kirkbride Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Barley	Kirkbride Wigton Cumbria CA7 5JR 01697351483 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
Blackford C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Linda Smith	Blackford Carlisle Cumbria CA6 4ES 01228674614 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
Belle Vue Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Cairns	Beaver Road Carlisle Cumbria CA2 7PT 01228593161 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Gretna Green Station Road, Off Glasgow Road, Gretna Green, Dumfries And Galloway, DG16 5HF 3.87 Miles

Annan Station Road, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6AS 6.49 Miles

Carlisle Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ 8.15 Miles

Dalston Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LT 8.70 Miles

Wigton Station Road, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA 8.71 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Central Cabs 01461 337306 123A Central Av, Gretna, Dumfries And Galloway, DG16 5AQ 3.43 Miles
Uk Motorhome Travel 01461 201071 Notwen Road, Lockerbie, Dumfries And Galloway, DG11 3AU 5.24 Miles
Donnas Taxis 01461 201111 8 Cumberland Ter, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6DZ 6.41 Miles
City Taxis 01228 520000 Westmoor Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HD 6.44 Miles
Carwhinley Cars 01228 674002 Harker Industrial Units, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 4DN 6.51 Miles
Auberge Taxis 01461 207676 82 High St, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6DW 6.55 Miles
Border Cars Business Centre 01228 882255 Grears Hill Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0HA 6.55 Miles
Tartan Carriages 01461 203562 Linden House, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6BG 6.62 Miles
Carlisle Airport Transfers 07814 404861 3 Arthuret Drive, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 5SG 6.66 Miles
Joan's Taxis 01228 791159 35 Esk Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 5PU 6.70 Miles

Local Post Boxes

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Browhouses (Sdc) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:10:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
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Easton Bridge D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Glasson D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rigg (Sdc) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Burgh-By-Sands No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Burgh Head (Sdc) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Port Carlisle D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Solway Road D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rockliffe Cross (Sdc) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:11:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Pretoria Rd (Sdc) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Annan Road D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Central Avenue (Right) (Sdc) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
The Croft Surgery 01697 351207	The Croft Surgery Kirkbride Wigton Cumbria CA7 5JH
Longtown Medical Centre 01228 791328	Longtown Medical Centre Moor Road Longtown CA6 5XA
Longtown Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Moor Road Longtown Carlisle CA6 5XA
Longtown Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Moor Road Longtown Carlisle CA6 5XA
North Carlisle Medical Practice	Eden Street Carlisle Cumbria CA3 9JZ

Local Stores

Gretna - Annan Road
Annan Road
Gretna
Dumfries
DG16 5DH
01461 339303
Store Website
3.51 miles

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SPAR Gretna
101
Central Avenue
GRETNA
DG16 5AQ
01461 338219
Store Website
3.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Ark Veterinary Centre Limited
12 Murray Street Annan Dumfriesshire DG12 6EG 01461 203827 6.47 miles

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Firth Veterinary Centre
3-5 Ednam Street Annan Dumfriesshire DG12 6EF 01461 202420 mail@firthvets.co.uk Website 6.49 miles

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Border Vets
Unit 5 Townfoot Longtown Carlisle Cumbria CA6 5LY 01228 792 999 mail@border-vets.co.uk 6.74 miles
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Capontree Veterinary Centre
Borders Business Park Longtown Carlisle Cumbria CA6 5TD 01228 791245 info@capontreevets.co.uk Website 6.88 miles
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Eden Veterinary Centre
213 Kingstown Road Carlisle Cumbria CA3 0BB 01228 541999 Website 6.89 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 7.25 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 6.89 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 14.42 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 15.86 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 22.82 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.

Noble Knott
A Short, Circular Forest Walk With Plenty Of Woodland And Streams To Enjoy. CA12 5TW 24.05 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 24.35 miles Keswick Is Located In The North Of The Lake District National Park And Is Well-Signposted.

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