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Dalston bridge reopens after pier work

July 2, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

Closed in October 2010 the ‘White Bridge’ in Dalston, near Carlisle, has reopened following work to restore the damaged central pier.

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Carlisle flood defence art tiles

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March 5, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

Carlisle Sands Centre flood defence tile

Over the last few months we have been spotting on our walks a number of painted tiles built into the new Carlisle flood defences.

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Rickerby Park and Stanwix in Carlisle

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March 13, 2010 By admin Leave a Comment

Although the sun was shining the sky looked a bit overcast so it was decided we would go to Rickerby Park.

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Funny image from Cockermouth

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February 17, 2010 By admin Leave a Comment

Unusual combination of businesses in Cockermouth

It would seem that this pension trust service now offer more than just financial support.

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We visit Isel and Cockermouth

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February 13, 2010 By admin Leave a Comment

In the words of the Rogers / Hammerstein song ‘ Oh what a beautiful morning’ and what a great day it has turned out to be as we left the city behind and headed in a south-westerly direction for the hills. Mum had a grand plan for today with a mission to find a carpet [...]

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Calm sea at Silloth after Cumbrian storms

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November 28, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

Sunshine and a bit of frost greeted us this morning so Charlie ensured mum and dad were up early because we wanted a good walk, no excuses. Floods, gales and horrid weather has kept us close to home for too long and today it was time for Silloth. Over the last week we have seen [...]

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Don’t forget the humans…

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August 15, 2008 By admin Leave a Comment

It is holiday time again when the rain pours and inconsiderate people keep us awake. Charlie and I were on sentry duty overnight when we heard the approach of the screamers. These selfish humans are a nocturnal evolution of the daytime human and are seen walking in a wobbly, snake-like way down the pavements and [...]