Historic Quarter.

A café accessed via Long Lane or through the Bookcase bookshop, serving homemade sandwiches, salads, savouries, and cakes alongside tea and coffee. The menu includes soup with bread or cheese scones, ciabattas, and vegan options. There is outdoor seating in a garden area, and the space connects to Bookends. Afternoon tea is available, with provisions for dietary requirements. The café has indoor seating ranging from small tables to sofas.

A drama school in Carlisle focusing on singing, dancing and acting, with its own green room and tuck shop. The group puts on shows and helps build confidence through performing arts, welcoming individuals of all levels, including those who are shy. Many parents mention the strong sense of community and positive relationships formed here. The team teaches a mix of disciplines, with students developing skills through productions. Some families describe it as a place where children rediscover their enthusiasm for performing.

This bar on English Street serves cocktails, ales and spirits alongside coffee. The menu includes snack foods like nachos, though fried dishes are unavailable. Board games are provided for customers to play. The place has become known for its distinctive decor, including wings suspended from the ceiling. Staff welcome visitors, including those arriving late.

This gastropub serves hearty British dishes with a focus on Sunday roasts featuring tender beef and Yorkshire puddings. The menu includes starters like chicken goujons with cheese and BBQ sauce, mains such as the stacked OB bad boy burger and BBQ honey chicken kebab, and desserts including sticky toffee pudding. There are vegetarian options available. The drinks selection includes mocktails.

A Carlisle-based decorating service specialising in interior painting for homes, including bedrooms, living rooms, and staircases. Known for thorough preparation work and smooth finishes, even on uneven surfaces. The team handles stripping, repairing, and repainting ceilings and walls. Customers mention reliability, tidiness, and clear communication about scheduling. The business operates across Carlisle city centre and the northern parts of the city.

The Last Zebra is an independent English restaurant on Lowther Street serving modern casual dining with a world kitchen influence. Known for its cheeseburgers, sea bass, and generous portions, the menu includes small plates and Sunday lunches. Cocktails and craft beers are available. The interior has a funky, daylight-filled design. Deals and celebrations are accommodated.

A museum and gallery in Carlisle’s Castle Quarter, Tullie combines local history with natural history, including Roman artefacts linked to Hadrian’s Wall and a dinosaur exhibition. The space also features Pre-Raphaelite artworks and rotating temporary displays. There’s a café serving scones and tea, alongside a garden area. Annual passes are available for those wanting to revisit the collections.