Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in High Ireby

"Cockermouth was the birthplace of William Wordsworth and his sister Dorothy, whose childhood home was this 18th-century town house, carefully…"

"Carlisle's brooding, rust-red castle lurks on the north side of the city. Founded around a Celtic and Roman stronghold, the castle's Norman keep was added in 1092 by William Rufus, and later refortified by Henry II, Edward I and Henry VIII (who added the supposedly cannon-proof towers). From the battlements, the stirring views stretch as far as the Scottish borders. The castle also houses Cumbria's Museum of Military Life, which has collections of military memorabilia associated with the region's regiments."

"If you’re in Carlisle with kids in tow, Hammond’s Pond in the southern Upperby suburb comes into its own in summer. The pond and its surrounding park are on a hill, and has ducks and swans, as well as an aviary and dovecote. You can rent rowboats on the east end of the pond in summer, and the park has a miniature railway that operates in the summer holidays, along with two separate play areas, one for toddlers and the other for bigger kids."

"Fellpack is a welcoming spot that prides itself on being a hub for adventurers, mountain lovers and daring foodies, providing a space to join together after a day around the lakes. Fusing worldly flavours and innovative cuisine, this trendy Keswick restaurant is sure to keep you coming back for more. Fellpack is one of the most popular restaurants in Keswick town centre, featuring unique comfort food, tasty cocktails and warming coffees."

"This on-trend cafe specialises in 'fell pots' – a Lakeland-style Buddha bowl, incorporating an all-in-one meal such as sweet potato and curry, smoked macaroni and peas, or braised chilli beef, all freshly made..."

"Penny Blue is within Carlisle’s historic old post office building with many original features, so what better name than after the rare stamp?. They also serve up a delicious afternoon tea in this beautiful old building. Visit their website for prices and opening times"

"Located on Carlisle’s first ever postcode, is restaurant and lounge, Penny Blue, located within the Halston aparthotel and the city's old 20th century post office building."

"This quirkily named gastropub is a popular hang-out for early evening drinks and a plate of grub such as steak-frites, buttermilk chicken burger or '80s-style chicken Kiev. Fancy it isn't, but it's a lively,..."

"Pub favourites and a meat lovers paradise washed down with Craft Beers, Wines and a selection of over 40 Gins."