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Places to stay in Cumbria & Surrounding areas
Here are some suggested accommodation options for those of you travelling to Cumbria. All of the following links will offer a warm welcome to everyone, whether you are just coming to see the sights, or specifically coming to take advantage of the excellent fishing opportunities that the area has to offer. I think you will find that there will be something in Cumbria, the Lake District and surrounding areas for everyone.
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CARAVAN PARK |
Dandy Dinmont |
Dandy Dinmont is a very pleasant and relaxing Caravan Park situated just North of Carlisle, just a few minutes from the M6. This site has a FOUR STAR rating, and is renowned for its cleanliness and hygiene.
www.caravan-camping-carlisle.itgo.com
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PUBS, HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
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Vallum House Hotel |
HOTEL & RESTAURANT |
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Vallum House Hotel. A family and friendly nine bedroom hotel with all the comforts of home, excellent food, full license and cheery surroundings. The Vallum House Hotel is situated in its own natural gardens, with car park, on the Western edge of the City of Carlisle.
www.vallum-house-hotel.co.uk
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The Dukes Head Hotel |
The Dukes Head is a warm and welcoming country establishment where you can sit around the fire after a days fishing chatting over a drink about the one that got away. The Hotel has six bedrooms, good food and nestles in the Eden Valley only 20 minutes from Carlisle Brampton, or Penrith.
www.dukeshead-hotel.co.uk
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INN & RESTAURANT |
The String of Horses |

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The String of Horses is a traditional Coaching Inn set in beautiful surroundings within close proximity to the Lake District National Park and the Scottish Borders. It is also handy for those wishing to access Hadrians wall and other walks. For further details including rooms, restaurant and bar, follow the link below.
www.stringofhorses.com
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The Cross Keys Hotel |
PUB & RESTAURANT |
The Cross Keys Hotel is a 17th century Coaching Inn just off the main A7 trunk road to Edinburgh. Approximately 5.5 miles from Longtown and 13.5 miles from Carlisle.
http://www.crosskeys.biz/index.php |
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Crosby Lodge
If you prefer the luxury of a country House Hotel, why not explore the accommodation on the right, that is Crosby Lodge. This elegant building is located just 5 miles from Carlisle. For further information, please visit their website on the following address.
www.crosbylodge.co.uk
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The March Bank Hotel
The March Bank Hotel is an award winning accommodation built in 1850 as a shooting lodge and set on a hill top in 5 acres of private grounds very close to the banks of the Border Esk. The hotel prides itself on its good food & excellent service
www.marchbankhotel.co.uk |

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WARWICK HALL ACCOMMODATION & FISHING
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Warwick Hall
Warwick Hall Estate on the banks of the River Eden is 260 acres of secluded fields and woods, with a mile of absolutely private riverbank for walking, fishing (by arrangement with the Estate office, salmon, trout, sea trout, grayling). A Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), it offers a chance to see wonderful bird life, otters, red squirrels, pheasant, partridge and roe deer.
Extensive gardens include a bluebell wood, ancient avenues of beech trees, spectacular rhododendrons, daffodils, snowdrops and a two acre walled garden with newly planted herbaceous borders.
www.warwickhall.org
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SELF CATERING COTTAGES |
Station House Cottage |
4 STAR SELF CATERING COTTAGE |
Once a Station Masters house Station House now provides the ideal base for a fishing break or to explore the Lake District and Cumbria. Situated in the tiny village of Troutbeck near Keswick, Lake Ullswater and the Eden Valley.
The cottage offers spacious accommodation with a large conservatory and which is well equipped and includes facilities such as a washing machine, DVD, dishwasher and central heating to ensure
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5 STAR SELF CATERING COTTAGE |
The Lodge |

www.thelodgehayton.co.uk
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This beautiful recently converted self catering cottage sits in serene, open parkland only minutes from the village shop and traditional local pub.
With the border city of Carlisle close by to the west, the famous Blacksmith's shop of Gretna Green to the north, Hadrian's Wall, Eden Valley and Lake District all within easy reach, it is the ideal self catering cottage to discover some of the most beautiful and historic parts of Cumbria and the Scottish Borders. |
Keepers Cottage |
SELF CATERING COTTAGE |
Nestling quietly at the end of a short woodland drive, Keepers Cottage is set in peaceful Cumbrian countryside where part of the ancient Solway Moss has escaped the changes of modern agriculture and the area remains a haven for ground nesting birds and wildlife, mosses, birch and downy cotton grass.
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ACCOMMODATION IN CARLISLE
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If you prefer accommodation in the City of Carlisle, with easy access to local amenities, here are some choices. For further information Click on the links below |
CARLISLE ACCOMMODATION |
Cornerways Guest House |
Cornerways can be found on the North East side of the City, when approaching Carlisle from junction 43, leading onto Warwick Road, and is a Four Diamond accommodation, only 2 minutes walk to pubs and restaurants in the City Centre.
www.cornerwaysbandb.co.uk |
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Corner House Hotel |
CARLISLE ACCOMMODATION |
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The Corner House Hotel Carlisle is a fully refurbished, three star rated family run hotel located in Carlisle offering quality accommodation with a friendly personal service with an emphasis on comfort and leisure.
www.cornerhousehotelcarlisle.co.uk
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OTHER ACCOMMODATION |
HOLIDAY COTTAGES |
Kinmount Castle |
Kinmount Castle Luxury Self catering holiday cottages and apartments set in three acres of stunning gardens, complete with lakes of water lilies. They are located near Annan, in Dumfries & Galloway, one of the most beautiful areas of Scotland, only a few miles from the coast of the Solway Firth.
www.kinmountleisure.co.uk
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ACCOMMODATION IN ANNAN |
The Queensberry Arms Hotel |
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The In the heart of Annan's bustling main street, the Queensberry Arm's impressive facade has stood proudly from its days as a coach house.
Inside, extensive use of mellow hardwoods echo the timber tall ships of old - once regular visitors to the towns harbour. Our Annan Suite is designed as the perfect multi-purpose venue. Fully equipped, it is regularly 'tailored' to meet the demands of weddings, functions, conferences or exhibitions.
www.queensberryarms.co.uk
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IF YOU REQUIRE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION WITH REGARDS TO THE NEAREST ACCOMMODATION TO YOUR FISHING DESTINATION, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT ME.
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ATTRACTIONS
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The Lake District
The area has some fantastic walks, and thousands of walkers enjoy trekking along some of the 73 mile long Hadrian's wall that stretches from Wallsend to our very own Bowness-on-Solway.
Alternatively there are many walks in the nearby Lake District, like those pictured below. as well as being able to enjoy a drink and a bar meal in one of the friendly pubs along the way. www.lake-district.com
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The Old Blacksmiths Shop

www.gretnagreen.com
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If other members of the family do not wish to go fishing during their holiday then there are several other attractions to visit such as the Tullie House museum in carlisle, or why not visit the Famous Blacksmiths Shop at Gretna Green which is only 20 minutes up the road, and while you are there if you like to browse around the shops, then you can take advantage of the Gretna Gateway Outlet Village, where you will find an array of bargains to choose from. |
Tullie House Museum

www.visitcumbria.com |
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