Carlisle has plenty of great options if you’re planning a day out there with the family. From some fabulous open green spaces and public parks that are perfect for gentle family strolls to numerous indoor attractions located around the town, ideal for when the weather is a little bit glum. If you visit Carlisle with the family on a sunny day then the Highhead Sculpture Valley is a great destination to take the kids. As well as the aforementioned sculptures by renowned Cumbrian artist Jonathan Stamper that are scattered throughout the woodlands, the park contains a great adventure playground for kids, areas of real natural beauty and even a spa for parents to be pampered! Or for more suggestions of family days out in Carlisle check out our recommendations below.
The Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery is just the place to take the children for an hour or two on a rainy day. In fact even if it’s sunny it still very much worthy of a visit. All aspects of Carlisle and its surroundings are on display from its pre-history through Roman, Medieval and...
If you are looking for a great day out, Birdoswald Roman Fort provides just that! Located in the north of Cumbria, in Northumberland National Park, there is plenty of history and wildlife to discover at Birdoswald Roman Fort. The Visitor Centre exhibits information about re...
King’s Own Royal Regiment Museum is supported by a charity called the Army Museums Ogilby Trust, which has been instrumental in setting up 136 army museums around the country. They cover the history of various regiments and corps and their involvement in different wars and campaigns...
Rainbow Soft Play is run by Carlisle City Church, and is a non-profit making organisation run entirely by volunteers. The soft play area, with a multimedia area and sensory equipment, is designed specifically for children under the age of five, and provides a safe and comfort...
The Solway Aviation Museum aims to provide a fascinating insight into aviation history, exhibiting a collection of historic planes and aero and rocket engines, as well as other aviation artefacts. Children are well catered for and it possible to step back in time to experience lif...
