Things to do in Aiketgate, Cumbria
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Aiketgate, Cumbria.
The Great Outdoors in Aiketgate
Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Aiketgate.
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Wreay Woods | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Wonderfully diverse woodland reserve along the banks of the river Petteril. In spring, bluebells carpet the floor and dippers, grey wagtails, kingfishers and sometimes otters can be seen.
Quarry Banks | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Quarry Banks Allan Wilson Memorial Reserve is a peaceful nature reserve and in spring the woodland is carpeted with flowers and the air is full of bird song. The meadow flowers attract butterflies in the summer.
Newton Reigny | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Tussocky sedges and some unusual wetland plants combined with the wet woodland of willow and alder provide a home for some rare spiders and beetles.
Thacka Beck | Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Hay meadows, wet grassland, scrub, hedges, ponds and the beck provide homes for a wealth of wildlife. Although small in size, the nature reserve has a remarkable number of birds.
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History and Heritage in Aiketgate
Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.
History and heritage within 10 miles of Aiketgate.
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Wetheral Priory Gatehouse | English Heritage
Well-preserved 15th-century gatehouse, the sole survivor of a small Benedictine priory. A miniature 'pele-tower' containing two storeys of comfortable rooms, it later became a fortified vicarage.
Carlisle Castle | English Heritage
Carlisle Castle was a constantly updated working fortress until well within living memory. Now its rich and varied visitor attractions reflect its long and eventful history.
Penrith Castle | English Heritage
Penrith Castle was begun at the end of the 14th century by Ralph Neville, who played a key role in defending this area against the Scots.
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The Arts in Aiketgate
Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.
The arts within 10 miles of Aiketgate.
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Upfront Gallery
Established in 1997 - Art Gallery, Vegetarian Restaurant, Coffee Shop, Puppet Theatre, Music Venue and Event Space near Penrith - Cumbria An accessible and award winning attraction for all ages.
Cumbria's Museum of Military Life
Website Homepage. Cumbria's Museum of Military Life Alma Block, The Castle, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8UR. T: 01228 532774 E: [email protected]. www.cumbriasmuseumofmilitarylife.org. Cumbria's Museum of Military Life is run by the King's Own Royal Border Regiment Museum Trust, a Registered Charitable Trust
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Music in Aiketgate
Enjoy live performances, local gigs, and music festivals, celebrating a range of musical genres.
Music within 10 miles of Aiketgate.
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7
Jun
Final Thirteen + More (A Night of indie & Alt-rock)
Northern Irish power trio, with music consisting of energetically infused metal, alternative rock, & indie
20
Nov
The Best Of Grohl (Foo Fighters, Nirvana, QOTSA) - Carlisle
The ultimate rock show dedicated to the legendary rock icon Dave Grohl.
21
Nov
Moving Pictures RUSH Tribute
'If you missed seeing RUSH live, MOVING PICTURES is as close as you'll ever get to the real thing.' Moshville Times
1
Nov
Antarctic Monkeys
The longest serving and without doubt, the BEST tribute and the UK's Number One band to the Arctic Monkeys bar none
20
Dec
The Phonics - The music of the Stereophonics
The Phonics are the UK's premier Stereophonics tribute band, playing tracks from every album.
28
Nov
Live Wire The AC/DC Show
AC/DC are brought to life by Live/Wire with the true passion you would expect from musicians who share your love of this legendary live act.
22
Nov
PorkPie Live plus Root System at The Old Firestation, Carlisle
PorkPie Live plus Root System at The Old Firestation, Carlisle on Saturday 22nd November 2025
19
Dec
MASSAOKE Christmas Live
A live band, Xmas classics, 80s, 90s, 00 anthems plus giant screens of sing-along lyrics. Grab your gang and bring the sing to MASSAOKE
11
Jul
Martin Kemp Back to the 80s Party
Due to popular demand, Martin Kemp is bringing the biggest 80s party back to Carlisle.
14
Nov
Abba Reunion
ABBA REUNION gives Abba fans, old and new, the opportunity to once again get together and re-live the addictive Abba phenomena.
4
Dec
Lindisfarne
Legendary 70's Tyneside folk-rock pioneers Lindisfarne present a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members fronted by founder-member Rod Clement
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Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.
Aiketgate
Nunclose
Low Hesket
High Hesket
Armathwaite
Eden
Lockhills
Southwaite
Holmwrangle
Longdales
Mellguards
Towngate
Low Cotehill
Cotehill
Ainstable
Hornsby
Ruckcroft
Wreay
Petteril
Calthwaite
Low Braithwaite
Plumpton Foot
Foulbridge
Dale
Cumwhitton
Thomas Close
Cumwhinton
Ivegill
Staffield
Morton
Burthwaite
Newbiggin
Cumrew
Great Corby
Brisco
Wetheral
Kirkoswald
Stone Raise
Hurst
Scotby
Hutton End
Durdar
Middlesceugh
Broadwath
Burnrigg
High Bankhill
Highbridge
Garlands
Allenwood
Heads Nook
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