Welcome to Ulcat Row

Ulcat Row is a small hamlet located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated in the Lake District National Park, which is known for its stunning natural beauty and picturesque landscapes. The hamlet is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green forests, and crystal-clear lakes, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The history of Ulcat Row dates back to the 17th century when it was a thriving farming community. Today, the hamlet is home to a handful of residents who still maintain the traditional way of life. Visitors can explore the quaint cottages and farmhouses that dot the landscape, and learn about the rich cultural heritage of the area. The hamlet is also a popular starting point for hiking and cycling trails that lead to some of the most scenic spots in the Lake District.

Ulcat Row is a hidden gem in the Lake District, offering visitors a glimpse into the rural way of life in England. The hamlet is a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life, and a perfect place to unwind and relax. Whether you are looking for a quiet getaway or an adventure in the great outdoors, Ulcat Row has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

Patchy rain nearby

Temp: 15.2°C

Feels Like: 15.2°C

Wind: 4.9 MPH

Wind Dir: ESE

Local Schools

School	Details
Penruddock Primary School Foundation School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Hazel Johnson	Penruddock Penrith Cumbria CA11 0QU 01768483278 School Website
Patterdale C Of E School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicola Steels	Patterdale Penrith Cumbria CA11 0NL 01768482383 School Website
Greystoke School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jeanette Matthews	Icold Road Greystoke Penrith Cumbria CA11 0TP 01768483572 School Website
Threlkeld Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Abigail Jardine	Blease Road Threlkeld Keswick Cumbria CA12 4RX 1768779680 School Website
Stainton C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Dunham	Stainton Penrith Cumbria CA11 0ET 01768840673 School Website
Yanwath Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Cate Floyd	Yanwath Penrith Cumbria CA10 2LA 1768840739 School Website
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr David Marchant	Ullswater Road Penrith Cumbria CA11 7EG 01768864621 School Website
North Lakes School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mike Pincombe	Huntley Avenue Penrith Cumbria CA11 8NU 01768899876 School Website
Skelton School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Sam King	Skelton Penrith Cumbria CA11 9SE 01768484367 School Website
Ullswater Community College Foundation School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Stephen Gilby	Wetheriggs Lane Penrith Cumbria CA11 8NG 01768210206 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Penrith Ullswater Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7JQ 7.93 Miles

Langwathby Stoney Bank / A686, Langwathby, Cumbria, CA10 1NZ 13.18 Miles

Lazonby And Kirkoswald Seat Hill, Lazonby, Cumbria, CA10 1DL 14.72 Miles

Windermere Station Precinct, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AH 14.94 Miles

Armathwaite Station Road, Armathwaite, Cumbria, CA4 9PL 15.86 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
M And A Private Hire Glenridding 017684 82372 1 The Headlands, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0QA 3.75 Miles
Blencathra Taxis 07884 433 638 Lesley Anne Cottage, Doddick Farm, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4SY 4.91 Miles
Derwent Taxis 017687 75585 2 Forge Close, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4NX 7.93 Miles
Pro-Limos 01768 891111 30 Clifford Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8PP 7.96 Miles
First Class Limos 01768 891111 30 Clifford Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8PP 7.96 Miles
A2b Taxis 07901 788949 7 Wetheriggs Rise, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7ET 8.00 Miles
A1 Acclaim Taxis 01768 866842 1 Castle Terrace, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7DW 8.01 Miles
Abbey Taxis Of Penrith 07789 023023 4 Castle Foundry, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7DH 8.03 Miles
Eden Taxis 01768 865432 39 Great Dockray, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7BN 8.13 Miles
A Taxis 01768 863354 14 Old London Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8JJ 8.25 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Watermillock Town End D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Hutton Bridge D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Glenridding Health Centre 01768 482297	Glenridding Health Centre Glenridding Penrith Cumbria CA11 0PD
Birbeck Medical Group 01768 214620	Birbeck Medical Group Penrith H/Ctr,Bridge Lane Penrith Cumbria CA11 8HW
The Lakes Medical Practice 01768 214345	Penrith Health Centre Bridge Lane Penrith Cumbria CA11 8HW
Penrith Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Bridge Lane Penrith CA11 8HX
Penrith Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Bridge Lane Penrith CA11 8HX

Local Stores

Keswick
Main Street
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5EF
01768 772688
Store Website
8.88 miles

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SPAR Penrith
HILLS OF CORBY HILL LTD
TOWNHEAD GARAGE SCOTLAND ROAD
PENRITH
CA11 7NN
01768862175
Store Website
8.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Paragon Veterinary Group
Townhead Veterinary Centre Townhead Farm Newbiggin, Stainton Penrith Cumbria CA11 0HT 017684 83789 townhead@paragonvet.com Website 5.68 miles
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The Sheep Centre
D &Amp; C Fawcett Ltd Hoghouse Hill Road Newbiggin, Stainton Penrith Cumbria CA11 0GN 01768 890935 enquiries@sheepbreeding.co.uk Website 6.52 miles

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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Veterinary Vision Ltd
Signal House Gillan Way Penrith Cumbria CA11 9BP 01768 877255 info@veterinaryvision.co.uk Website 7.61 miles
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Vets4pets Penrith Ltd
Inside Pets At Home, Unit 6 Castle Retail Park Ullswater Rd Penrith Cumbria CA11 7JQ 01768 866 540 penrith@vets4pets.com Website 7.93 miles
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The Green Veterinary Surgery
Skelton Penrith Cumbria CA11 9SQ 01768 484258 vets@greenvetskelton.co.uk Website 8.13 miles
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Rowcliffe House Vets Ltd
Rowcliffe House Crown Square Penrith Cumbria CA11 7AB 01768 865661 8.21 miles

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Local Dog Walks

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 8.00 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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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 8.70 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 8.77 miles Keswick Is Located In The North Of The Lake District National Park And Is Well-Signposted.

Easedale Tarn
Easedale Tarn Is A Tarn In The Centre Of The Lake District, About Two Miles West Of The Village Of Grasmere. On This Walk, You Will Experience Stunning Scenery. The Walk Consists Of A Gradual Hill For Some Of It, But Has Rewarding Views On A Clear Day. LA22 9TA 10.25 miles From Ambleside, Take The A591 Towards Keswick And Follow The Signs For Grasmere. Turn Onto The B5287. There Is A Car Park Down A Left Turn (Signposted) Called Broadgate Meadow.

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Rydal
A Lovely Linear Walk Which Passes Through The Grounds Of Rydal Hall. The Walk Goes On A Gradual Climb, Offering Views Of Lake Windermere. LA22 9LX 10.41 miles From Ableside, Take The A591 Towards Grasmere And Turn Left To Follow The Sign For Rydal Hall.

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Grasmere
Grasmere Is One Of The Smaller Lakes In The Lake District And Gives Its Name To The Village Of Grasmere, Which Lies Immediately To The North Of The Lake. This Walk Follows Beside Rivers And Grasmere Lake, Offering Stunning Scenery. LA22 9SE 10.58 miles Take The A591 From Ambleside In The Direction Of Keswick. Just After You Pas Through Pydal, Park At White Moss Car Park, Just Off The Left Hand Side Of The Road.

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Weather Forecast

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

	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Fog	Overcast	Overcast	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear
Temp	23.3°C	23.3°C	19.9°C	18.6°C	20.5°C	26.9°C	30°C	31.1°C	31°C	29.5°C	26.4°C	24.1°C
Feels Like	25.5°C	25.4°C	19.9°C	18.6°C	20.5°C	30.5°C	34.7°C	35.5°C	34.7°C	32.8°C	28.7°C	26.3°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	Clear	Mist	Sunny	Sunny	Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Clear
Temp	22.7°C	21.5°C	20.6°C	20.3°C	23.4°C	27.6°C	28.7°C	28.8°C	28.7°C	28°C	25.1°C	21.2°C
Feels Like	25.1°C	21.5°C	20.6°C	20.3°C	25.2°C	31.2°C	32°C	31.6°C	31.1°C	30.1°C	27.3°C	21.2°C

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy
Temp	20.3°C	19.2°C	18.4°C	18.1°C	22.1°C	26°C	28.2°C	29.6°C	29.6°C	28.4°C	26°C	23.1°C
Feels Like	20.3°C	19.2°C	18.4°C	18.1°C	22.8°C	27.2°C	29.6°C	31.3°C	31.6°C	30.6°C	28°C	24.6°C

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