About the area
South Lamb Hill Caravan Site is ideally situated for exploring Carlisle, Gretna, the Solway Coast, Hadrian's Wall, Kielder Water and Forest Park, the Scottish Borders, the Lake District and south-west Scotland.
Longtown
Only 3 miles from our site is the small market town of Longtown. It benefits from free parking and boasts a wide variety of shops, including a Spar grocery, Independent fruit and vegetable shops, Ironmonger (supplier of calor gas) , Post Office, Newsagents, Chemist, Butchers, Opticians, Fuel Station and multiple takeaway restaurants.
The area also offers an enviable selection of restaurants and cafes.
Photo: Alexander P Kapp / Longtown Bridge over the River Esk
Gretna
Gretna Green is only a 10 minute drive from South Lamb Hill, here you can visit the wedding capital of the UK, the world famous Blacksmiths Shop and Gretna Gateway Shopping Outlet Centre. Gretna Green has over 260 years of history and heritage - historically it was the first village in Scotland, following the old coaching route from London to Edinburgh. With its easy access from the A7 and to the M74 motorway it makes it a great place to stop by or visit during your stay.
Carlisle
Only 12 miles away we have the historic Border City of Carlisle. Carlisle is steeped in history, with the impressive Carlisle Castle, Cathedral and Tullie House Museum. Carlisle has plenty of offerings with the Lanes Shopping centre, Indoor Market, Football Club, Railway Station, Golf Clubs, Cinema and plenty of Restaurants and eateries.
Brampton
Brampton is situated 15 miles to the South East which is another idyllic market town. Whilst there you can also visit the impressive Lanercost Priory or explore the nearby Gelt Woods and Irving Valley.
Within easy reach
We are also within easy reach of the Lake District, Hadrian’s Wall, Kielder, Dumfries & Galloway, and the Scottish Borders.
Places to eat
- Hidden River Cafe, Longtown
- The Sycamore Tree, Longtown
- March Bank Hotel, Longtown
- Pentonbridge Inn, Penton (about 3.5 miles)
- where to eat Carlisle
Activities
- Gretna Green
- Gretna Gateway Shopping Outlet Centre
- Carlisle
- Carlisle Castle
- Carlisle Cathedral
- Tullie House Museum
- The Lanes Shopping Centre in Carlisle
- Carlisle United football club
- Carlisle railway station
- Vue Cinema, Carlisle
- the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
- Brampton
- Lanercost Priory
- Gelt Woods (5 mile circular walk)
- Irthing Gorge
- the Lake District
- a wide range of walking, boat cruises, water sports, mountain biking, delightful towns like Keswick and Ambleside
- Hadrian's Wall
- Kielder Water and Forest Park
- cycling, mountain biking, water sports, horse riding, walking, "dark skies", fishing
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