ISSUE 18. MAY 2018

Enjoy the wonder of Cathedral Carlisle One of the city’s premier gems If you’re mooching around Carlisle city centre, we’d heartily recommend a visit to the Cathedral. It dates back to 1122 and has been battered worn by centuries of Border warfare. If the walls could speak they would have many stories to tell. Features worthy of note include the East Window, with its 14th Century stained glass. There is an interesting 14th century barrel vaulted painted ceiling above the choir stalls. The carved capitals of the columns in the Choir represent activities associated with the months of the year and the early 15th century choir stalls are notable examples of medieval carving. The Treasury contains a fine display of ecclesiastical silver and treasures, illustrating the story of Christians in Cumbria through the centuries. To find out more visit the website below. http://www.carlislecathedral.org.uk

Don’t Miss…

Carlisle City Ghost Tour 1 May – 27th September 2018

Join us for a walking tour through Carlisle’s dark past. Discover tales of murder, executions and ghostly apparitions in the heart of our border city.

www.carlislecityghosttour.co.uk

Keswick Jazz & Blues Festival 10th - 13th May 2018 This year’s festival celebrates the origins of Jazz & Blues in the UK and features soulful gospel, hot pianists, cool saxophones and inspiring vocalists. You can also dance as well as listening to wonderful music. Lots to see, lots to do and all set in the beautiful surroundings of Keswick, in the heart of the Lake District.

www.keswickjazzandbluesfestival.co.uk

Poppies Weeping Window 23 May - 8th July 2018 at Carlisle Castle The iconic Weeping Window sculpture, by artist Paul Cummins and designer Tom Piper, will be installed for all to see at Carlisle Castle from 23 May - 8 July 2018. Having been the HQ of the Border Regiment throughout the First World War, the castle makes a fitting location to host Weeping Window as part of the final year of 14-18 NOW's UK-wide tour.

www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/carlisle-castle/poppies-weeping-window-at-carlisle-castle/

ISSUE 18. MAY 2018

The Bank End Ramble

Beginning at the Maritime Museum in Maryport, the walk climbs the sea brows yielding spectacular views of the historic town and the wide Solway Firth beyond. The route meanders to the north into the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, an internationally important landscape. Then back, via the long promenade, to Maryport harbour once more. Distance: 3.5 miles | Easy, ideal for families. Guide: You can download full walk details below. http://providerfiles.thedms.co.uk/eandamedia/CU/5052300_3.pdf

Local produce at its finest Farmer’s market at Brampton Last weekend of each month

If you want to experience fine local food from local producers then you might enjoy Brampton Farmers Market. It runs on the last weekend of every month and provides delicious fresh produce at affordable prices.

You’ll find everything you need including free-range meat, fish, eggs, cheese, bread, vegetables, cakes, jams, honey and chutneys, mostly produced within 50 miles of Brampton.

The market is always an enjoyable social occasion too, so do go along and meet the friendly, knowledgeable stallholders for ingredients and advice on how to cook them.

For full details visit: www.sustainablebrampton.org

The Lodge Club Once you have stayed at the Tranquil Otter, you are automatically entitled to receive Lodge Club benefits each time your return. When you book again you get 5% off plus a gift of Prosecco & hand-made chocolates from Saunders. Each member of your party is eligible for Lodge Club benefits, that is, 5% off plus gift when they book.

HerCiti Café Maryport Harbour

Enjoy some lunch or afternoon tea at HerCiti, an acclaimed and unique café in the pretty harbour town of Maryport. Trip Advisor reviews are outstanding, with many reviewers calling it a ‘hidden gem’. The café is famous for it’s tasty home made food and the cosy interior.

Irish Street, CA15 8AB, Maryport http://www.herciti.co.uk/ Captain Nelson’s Tavern Maryport Harbour

This popular pub serves great food, fine ales and offers a friendly atmosphere. The prices are reasonable, and the portions are very generous.

South Quay, Maryport CA15 8AB www.facebook.com/CaptainNelsonTavern You’d like a spa treatment but you forgot to book…

Georgia and Rachel from Eden Beauty who come to the Tranquil Otter to give treatments to our guests do get booked up. But it’s worth a last minute call on 07818 071373

Alternatives include: Angerton Beauty & Holistic Therapies on 0772 5302591 The Beauty Loft - 01228 712827 www.ortongrange.co.uk/beautyloft Contact Us: Here to Help We are here to help. Would you like this flyer by email with links? Send us an email. If you need extras, or maps, please let us know as early as you can by email so that we can organise these for you. info@thetranquilotter.co.uk 01228 576661

Leah: Queen of the Realm She loves to roam. We’d like your help in making sure she comes home for dinner.

www.thetranquilotter.co.uk/dog/meet-leah-queen-realm/

Plenty of other things to see and do The area surrounding The Tranquil Otter is full of history, nature and an abundance of things to do and see. We have quite a selection on our website. So, do take a look at things we’ve compiled and see if any of them take your fancy.

Also, if you stumble across something amazing, we’d love to hear from you so we can share it with future guests.

www.thetranquilotter.co.uk/things-to-do/