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Carlisle on the M6
Motorway at the North end of Cumbria on the Scottish Border is a historic City,
worthy of a visit at anytime of the year and perfectly located for a restful few
hours or stopover while en-route North or South.
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The Cities name comes
from the Carvel Cross (Carlisle) which stood in the town acting as a central
meeting place, from which Bonnie Prince Charlie made his proclamation claiming
the throne for his father. Also in the centre is Redness Hall now the Guildhall
a three storey Wood framed building originating in the 15th
century now used as a Museum.
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In the grounds of St
Cuthbert’s Church is a 15th century Tithe Barn and the Sallyport
Stairs which was a secret entrance in the west wall of the city latterly used
for smuggling past the city Gate Toll Booths.
The City walls were
built in the 12th century and offer a view of many historic points
around the city such as Dixon's Factory Chimney which stands 300 ft (90m) high
which is next to the Linton Weaving Mill and the Old Brewery now converted into
Accommodation for the University.
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Carlisle Castle is a
Medieval Fortress of Red stone built by William II after bring to an end 200
years of Scottish Rule in 1092, which was followed by centuries of conflict
during which it changed hand again twice.
The
Tullie House is a Jacobean structure now used as a Museum and Art Gallery, not
forgetting Carlisle’s Cathedral founded in 1122 with its many stained glass
windows. All can be seen on a short walk from the
car park below the Castle in the centre of the city, just a few minutes
from the hustle of the M6 Motorway.
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During the First World War in 1916 the Brewery and all
the Public Houses were acquired by the government to control the excessive
drunkenness of the munitions workers that worked in the weapon’s factories at
Gretna.
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Self Catering at Castle Carrock near Brampton
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