Carlisle Racecourse is situated at Blackwell on the outskirts of the historic border city of Carlisle. Set in open countryside, the undulating course provides high quality racing every month of the year. When people hear the name Gretna Green their thoughts often step back in time to the history of runaway marriages. The Old Blacksmith's Shop is at the heart of this fascinating tradition. Thomas Carlyle may have rubbed shoulders with Darwin, Dickens and Thackeray, but he never forgot his roots and insisted that his final resting place should be Ecclefechan, the village where his birthplace still stands.
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Distances by road will be longer. A convenient base for touring the Northern Lake District and Borders. Facilities include a bar, restaurant and leisure club comprising a heated indoor swimming pool, spa bath, fitness room, solarium and a children's playground. The Posthouse Carlisle is in an ideal location for breaks exploring the Lake District and Scottish Borders area. Excellent facilities, including a health club with pool and relaxed restaurant, makes this an ideal family choice.