10 Cumbria crackers

TALKIN TARN

A jaunt around lake Talkin Tarn isn’t too taxing but is visually rewarding. Roe deer and red squirrel can be spotted.

INDOOR CLIMBING

Lakeland Climbing Centre in Kendal is perfect to allow the little ones to burn off some excess energy.

CARLISLE CATHEDRAL

Services have been held here for nearly 900 years and the institution still plays a central role in city life.

CARLISLE RACECOURSE

Home to some of the oldest races in the world, if you fancy a punt on the gee-gees few courses in the UK are as good.

SOLWAY AVIATION MUSEUM

Carlisle’s own airport boasts this charming museum, home to a collection of aircrafts, artefacts and displays.

HADRIAN’S WALL

There are plenty sections of the Wall which you can explore almost 2000 years on. It also offers mesmerising views.

PENCIL MUSEUM

Home to the first ever pencil, Keswick’s role in history won’t be erased any time soon thanks to this cracking museum.

MUSEUM OF MILITARY LIFE

Situated in Carlisle Castle, the visitor attraction shows how Cumbrians have paid a heavy cost in armed conflicts.

VINTAGE MOTORBIKES

Mike Barry has pulled together a collection of vintage cars and bikes. The museum is next to his home in Scaleby Hill.

GRETNA OUTLET VILLAGE

Indulge in a spot of retail therapy. There are bargains galore among the plethora of big-name brands and shops.