Self catering holidays in Carlisle - Cumbria Lake District

Carlisle is a small county town located in Cumbria County in north western part of England. Carlisle is located 16 km south from the Scottish border and at the convergence of the rivers Caldew, Eden and Petteril. Carlisle is also the largest settlement in the county of Cumbria because of which, it is also considered as the commercial centre for Cumbria County Council and Carlisle City Council. It is because of its pleasant location, the visitors come to this town to enjoy self-catering holidays.

Carlisle, also known as the border city, is also the commercial and cultural centre of North Cumbria because of the commercial development the town has been through. The popular attractions here include heritage centres, museums and main campuses of University of Cumbria. Industrial development in Carlisle began in the early 19th century, with the establishment of textile mills and food manufacturing units established mostly in Denton Holme, Caldewgate and Wrapping areas. One of the key locations of the town is the Carlisle Castle, which has a very important place in the history. The Castle is managed by English Heritage and is open for the visitors to enjoy history about the local division of British army. Self-catering holidays in Carlisle makes the stay all the more interesting for the tourists.