News

Communities across Cumberland are celebrating a season of success following their outstanding achievements at this year’s Cumbria in Bloom Awards, marking the 40th anniversary of the competition.

Cumberland Council is pleased to announce the completion of Route 38: The Cargo Link, a key new section of Carlisle’s growing cycling network which forms part of the National Cycle Network Route 7.

Preparations are underway for this year’s Cumberland Council Fireshow - set to take place in Bitts Park, Carlisle on Saturday 1 November. The centre piece bonfire is now under construction and more than 2,000 spectacular sparkling fireworks, set to music, will also light up the sky.

Cumberland Council is inviting residents, businesses, and visitors to share their views on Cumberland’s Highways and Transport services through a new feedback survey, which launched today.

Cumberland Council will commence its annual cattle grid replacement programme this November, beginning with essential works at the Hardknott cattle grid near Cockley Beck.

Cumberland Council is pleased to confirm that the brand-new section between Brisco Roundabout and Redcat Roundabout on the Carlisle Southern Link Road (CSLR) is now open to traffic.

All schoolchildren aged up to 16 years old from the Cumberland area will be able to go for a swim in a choice of five indoor pools for only 10p over the school summer holidays.

Cumberland Council is launching a region-wide campaign to improve road safety and tackle abuse against public-facing staff, following last year’s successful initiative around road closures and works.

As the chill of winter approaches, Cumberland Council is rolling out its proactive ‘Winter Ready’ campaign, a one-stop hub of support, advice, and resources to help residents and businesses across the region prepare for the colder months ahead.

Cumberland Council is delighted to announce the installation of a brand-new Signalised Puffin Pedestrian Crossing on the A597, Church Road/Main Road in Harrington, starting Sunday 26 October.