As the New Year approaches, Cumberland Council invites individuals to adopt a purposeful resolution for 2026: volunteer as a driver with our Voluntary Social Car Scheme!
Cumberland Council, in partnership with bus operators Stagecoach and Reays, is delighted to reveal the third phase of its Cumberland Go bus network expansion, with brand-new services launching Monday 5 January 2026.
Cumberland Council has welcomed confirmation from Active Travel England that the authority will receive a multi‑year funding settlement worth £4.5 million to support walking, wheeling and cycling across the area.
Cumberland Council will be carrying out essential maintenance works on Durranhill Viaduct which are scheduled to begin in early January 2026. The structure carries the C1045 (Eastern Way), which links Warwick Road (A69) and London Road (A6), over Durranhill Road and the Carlisle–Settle and Carlisle–Newcastle railway lines.
Work on the Carlisle Southern Link Road (CSLR) has continued to progress during a difficult month that has been disrupted by some challenging weather. As we move towards the final stages of construction for this major infrastructure project, the cold temperatures and wet conditions are causing delays.
Cumberland residents are reminded that the second phase of the Cumberland Go bus network launches on Monday 1 December 2025, bringing improved connections and more frequent services across Cumberland.
Work on the Carlisle Southern Link Road (CSLR) continues to progress at pace as we move closer to the completion of this infrastructure project for Carlisle and the wider region.
Work on the Carlisle Southern Link Road (CSLR) continues to progress at pace as we move closer to the completion of this infrastructure project for Carlisle and the wider region.
Cumberland Council will begin footway and drainage improvement works on Blackwell Road, Carlisle starting Monday 24 November 2025, for approximately eight working days, subject to weather and site conditions.
