Great Corby and around
Sightseeing
Stretching 73 miles from coast to coast, Hadrian’s Wall was built to guard the wild north-west frontier of the Roman Empire. Discover the remains of the forts, towers, turrets and towns that once kept watch over the Wall. See rare Roman artefacts, get hands-on in museums and take in spectacular views of the rugged landscape to find out what life was like for the men, women and children on the edge of Roman Britain.
Today you can explore the Wall’s rich history and its dramatic landscape best at nearby Birdoswald Roman fort or a little further on at ‘The Sill’ - from there you can walk to Sycamore Gap - one of the most photographed places in the country. Between Lanercost and ‘The Sill’ there are many places to stop and see the wall.
Hadrian’s Wall is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Birdoswald Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall
Stretching 73 miles from coast to coast, Hadrian’s Wall was built to guard the wild north-west frontier of the Roman Empire. Discover the remains of the forts, towers, turrets and towns that once kept watch over the Wall. See rare Roman artefacts, get hands-on in museums and take in spectacular views of the rugged landscape to find out what life was like for the men, women and children on the edge of Roman Britain.
Today you can explore the Wall’s rich history and its dramatic landscape best at nearby Birdoswald Roman fort or a little further on at ‘The Sill’ - from there you can walk to Sycamore Gap - one of the most photographed places in the country. Between Lanercost and ‘The Sill’ there are many places to stop and see the wall.
Hadrian’s Wall is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Standing proud in the city it has dominated for nine centuries, Carlisle Castle remained a working fortress until well within living memory. It has withstood many sieges, held captive a royal prisoner, and been home to the King's Own Royal Border Regiment.
Explore the medieval castle rooms, discover a turbulent history with the exhibition, and walk some of the castle walls. It’s also home to Cumbria's Museum of Military Life.
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Castillo de Carlisle
Castle WayStanding proud in the city it has dominated for nine centuries, Carlisle Castle remained a working fortress until well within living memory. It has withstood many sieges, held captive a royal prisoner, and been home to the King's Own Royal Border Regiment.
Explore the medieval castle rooms, discover a turbulent history with the exhibition, and walk some of the castle walls. It’s also home to Cumbria's Museum of Military Life.
Across the road from the castle you will find Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, which houses considerable collections of fine and decorative art, human history and natural sciences. It also boasts a wide range of exhibitions and events, brought together in one impressive museum and art gallery. Perfect for a rainy day, its a great place to go to learn more about life in Cumbria dating back to before the Roman times.
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Tullie House Museum And Art Gallery
Castle StreetAcross the road from the castle you will find Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, which houses considerable collections of fine and decorative art, human history and natural sciences. It also boasts a wide range of exhibitions and events, brought together in one impressive museum and art gallery. Perfect for a rainy day, its a great place to go to learn more about life in Cumbria dating back to before the Roman times.
The beautiful and now tranquil setting of Augustinian Lanercost Priory belies an often troubled history. Standing close to Hadrian's Wall, it suffered frequent attacks during the long Anglo-Scottish wars, once by Robert Bruce in person. The mortally sick King Edward I rested here for five months in 1306-7, shortly before his death on his final campaign. Yet there is still much to see in this best-preserved of Cumbrian monasteries. The east end of the noble 13th-century church survives to its full height, housing within its dramatic triple tier of arches some fine monuments. The tearoom there is great too!
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Lanercost Priory
The beautiful and now tranquil setting of Augustinian Lanercost Priory belies an often troubled history. Standing close to Hadrian's Wall, it suffered frequent attacks during the long Anglo-Scottish wars, once by Robert Bruce in person. The mortally sick King Edward I rested here for five months in 1306-7, shortly before his death on his final campaign. Yet there is still much to see in this best-preserved of Cumbrian monasteries. The east end of the noble 13th-century church survives to its full height, housing within its dramatic triple tier of arches some fine monuments. The tearoom there is great too!
City/town information
Brampton Town Centre; a 10-minute drive from us, Brampton is an old market town, worth a wander around there are interesting shops, multiple pubs, a coop and a spar as well a branch of Cranstons (our second favourite Cumbrian butcher!) these days, they stock a wide selection of Cumbrian goods in general and you won’t regret a visit if you are hungry.
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Brampton
Brampton Town Centre; a 10-minute drive from us, Brampton is an old market town, worth a wander around there are interesting shops, multiple pubs, a coop and a spar as well a branch of Cranstons (our second favourite Cumbrian butcher!) these days, they stock a wide selection of Cumbrian goods in general and you won’t regret a visit if you are hungry.
Good for children
Featuring indoor soft play (for adults and children) as well as being a working farm with numerous activities, there is lots to do here. This one is good if you have little ones as there activities for rainy days or sunny days here.
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Walby Farm Park
WalbyFeaturing indoor soft play (for adults and children) as well as being a working farm with numerous activities, there is lots to do here. This one is good if you have little ones as there activities for rainy days or sunny days here.
Food scene
The Queen Inn, Great Corby Just over the crossroads if you come out of the door and turn right. Good food and drink served, has its own brewery over the road too. From 11 the ‘reading room’ is open and they serve coffee too.
Open 7 days per week 11:00 - 22:00.
Food served Monday - Saturday: 12:00 - 21:00
Food Served Sunday: 12:00 - 18:00 01228 832032
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The Queen Inn
The GreenThe Queen Inn, Great Corby Just over the crossroads if you come out of the door and turn right. Good food and drink served, has its own brewery over the road too. From 11 the ‘reading room’ is open and they serve coffee too.
Open 7 days per week 11:00 - 22:00.
Food served Monday - Saturday: 12:00 - 21:00
Food Served Sunday: 12:00 - 18:00 01228 832032
Walton’s Bar at The Crown Hotel, Wetheral A short walk from the house, over the train tracks, to the left and over the rail viaduct and then left over the small bridge in the train station. The pub is just up the road on your right. You will find more classic pub food here. 01228 561 888
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Crown Hotel Wetheral
Steele's BankWalton’s Bar at The Crown Hotel, Wetheral A short walk from the house, over the train tracks, to the left and over the rail viaduct and then left over the small bridge in the train station. The pub is just up the road on your right. You will find more classic pub food here. 01228 561 888
The Blue Bell Inn, Newbiggin a couple of villages away, right on the fellside. Robin worked here during his formative years. It is small and traditional but the food Jayne cooks to order is classic, hearty English pub food. The portions are massive, if you manage to do 3 courses please let us know in our guestbook! 01768 896615
Blue Bell Inn
The Blue Bell Inn, Newbiggin a couple of villages away, right on the fellside. Robin worked here during his formative years. It is small and traditional but the food Jayne cooks to order is classic, hearty English pub food. The portions are massive, if you manage to do 3 courses please let us know in our guestbook! 01768 896615
Fini’s Kitchen, Willowbeck Lodge, Scotby a short drive towards Carlisle, open for food every evening, and Friday - Sunday for brunch and lunch. They have really good food and source local ingredients, a little less pub-like than the other local options. Worth ringing for a booking as it isn’t massive. 01228 513 607
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Fini's Kitchen
Lambley BankFini’s Kitchen, Willowbeck Lodge, Scotby a short drive towards Carlisle, open for food every evening, and Friday - Sunday for brunch and lunch. They have really good food and source local ingredients, a little less pub-like than the other local options. Worth ringing for a booking as it isn’t massive. 01228 513 607
if you are having a BBQ or heading out for a walk in the lakes and you fancy picking up some great local produce. “Steve’s” is a local institution and we always drop in for a warm steak pie or a sausage roll when we are home - all of these are made fresh in the back. There is often a queue out the door! For fine quality meat in the local area, look no further. Open daily (except Sunday) from 08:00 until at least 14:00.
Steven Wilson butchers
if you are having a BBQ or heading out for a walk in the lakes and you fancy picking up some great local produce. “Steve’s” is a local institution and we always drop in for a warm steak pie or a sausage roll when we are home - all of these are made fresh in the back. There is often a queue out the door! For fine quality meat in the local area, look no further. Open daily (except Sunday) from 08:00 until at least 14:00.
Football
Check the club website for whether they happen to be ‘at home’ on Saturdays (and a few Tuesday evenings) between August-May. I’d recommend going in ‘The Paddock’ which is a standing only stand, if you prefer to sit the Pioneer Stand will be for you. Don’t expect the glitz and glamour of the Premier League, we are currently ploughing our trade in the English Football League Two, but there is no doubting that an experience of football like this will be memorable!
Brunton Park
Check the club website for whether they happen to be ‘at home’ on Saturdays (and a few Tuesday evenings) between August-May. I’d recommend going in ‘The Paddock’ which is a standing only stand, if you prefer to sit the Pioneer Stand will be for you. Don’t expect the glitz and glamour of the Premier League, we are currently ploughing our trade in the English Football League Two, but there is no doubting that an experience of football like this will be memorable!
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The Eden Valley, Cumbria
For us, the Eden Valley is the hidden gem of Cumbria. With rolling hills and picturesque villages there are many opportunities to walk and eat. Within walking range, the villages of Great Corby and Wetheral are linked by the footbridge attached the the train viaduct. From Great Corby, cross the railway crossing and take the path on the left. A little further upstream, Armathwaite has two good pubs and numerous trails to walk in Coombs Wood. Lazonby and Kirkoswald are another pair of villages a little further away with plenty of history and a few more good pubs.