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There is so much to see and do in Carlisle that you will find there just aren't enough hours in the day or days in the week. You can potter around charming Lakeland towns and villages, explore the history of the area at its castles and historical houses, enjoy the great variety of attractions or have some family fun at the many events taking place all year round. Whatever the weather, there is something for everyone.

Carlisle Cathedral

Founded in 1122, Carlisle Cathedral is an impressive building, dominating the skyline from across the city. The building is rich both in decoration and in history, with perhaps the most interesting features being the spectacular vaulted roof and the great East Window.

Guildhall Museum

The Guildhall Museum situated in the heart of the city of Carlisle, has been the home to Carlisle’s historic Trade Guilds for over 500 years, and is one of the oldest surviving buildings of the city. Displays feature Guild items and special objects like the great city chest and the medieval stocks. The Guildhall is open April to October and admission is free.

Linton Tweeds

Come along to view the elegant, beautifully designed and finished novelty tweeds, in our showroom. The tweeds are produced to supply many top international fashion houses but selected fabrics are available to buy from our showroom or by mail order. Pay us a visit and take some time out to relax in The Bobbin Coffee House for lunch or afternoon tea, and see the fabrics being produced in our Handloom Weaving & Exhibition Centre.

Hadrian's Wall

Hadrian's Wall was constructed over a period of six years by order of the Emperor Hadrian, who came to Britain in AD 122. According to one of Hadrian's Roman biographers it was built to 'separate the Romans from the Barbarians' a feat it achieved for over 250 years. Today, the area between South Shields and Ravenglass is studded with forts, milecastles, temples and turrets. These 2000 year-old remains are brought brilliantly to life by museums, reconstructions and fascinating visitor centres, all with something different and all waiting to be discovered.

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	Attractions Near Carlisle
	Tullie House Museum Enjoy a great day out at Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, Carlisle’s premier visitor attraction. Carlisle Racecourse Carlisle Racecourse is situated at Blackwell on the outskirts of the historic, Borders city of Carlisle in Cumbria. Carlisle Barracks Visit the historic Carlisle Barracks where Native American children were once schooled. Find accommodation near these attraction here.