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Also in this week's edition:
From a Roman watchtower and a Northern Lights display, to loads of seaside wildlife and some shipbuilding games - the new adventure play area at Maryport Activity Centre has been revealed.
Playtime experts The Soft Brick Company were commissioned to design the exciting new attraction, which is aimed at smaller children. It will be built inside the former theatre space of the harbourside venue, which used to be called the Wave. The building is currently undergoing a major refurbishment as part of the £12 million regeneration of Maryport.
The play park designers have taken their inspiration from Maryport’s coastal location and wildlife, picturesque harbour and Roman history.
For more information on all the regeneration work visit www.cumberland.gov.uk/maryport
A link to a YouTube video showcasing the design is available here: https://youtu.be/QlHrm67VFBQ
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Designs are being finalised for the £2.1 million transformation of key areas of Workington town centre.
The project will include areas of Murray Road, Upton Street and Central Way and will provide around 2,100 square meters of improved public space.
The scheme’s design is due to be finalised in September, with the contract with Flimby-based Thomas Armstrong Ltd being signed off at the end of that month. Work is scheduled to begin early in the new year. It is anticipated that any road closures will be required in the early Spring and these will be publicised closer to the time as the project timeline is confirmed.
The full programme of work should take 10 months to complete, with the new and improved areas fully reopened by Autumn 2025. It will complement other improvements taking place, like the Workington Gateway project at Ramsay Brow, Hall Brow and Hall Park.
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Exciting changes are underway at Carlisle Southern Gateway, and we wanted to share the latest progress on English Street and Victoria Viaduct.
We’ve added beautiful sandstone flags, granite kerbs, and tactile paving, giving the streets a fresh, modern look.
It’s not just the streets getting a facelift—the bus shelter has been fully updated with new glazing, roof glass, and a sparkling clean finish! We’ll be adding a new number plate and timetable case soon.
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An arty new experience is coming to the Taste Cumbria festival in Cockermouth next month.
A Brush and Tipple Paint Party will take place on Friday 27 September, ahead of the main festival on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 September.
Brush and Tipple events combine an arty workshop with a few drinks, so guests can paint and sip at the same time! There will be step-by-step guidance for beginners, all painting supplies are provided, and the aim is to create a relaxing and friendly atmosphere where anyone, of any ability, can explore their arty side. They will be helped to create their own ‘Hairy Hamish’ - using a stylish Highland cow print as their inspiration.
The Paint Party will be held at The Vicky Shared Workspace in High Sand Lane, Cockermouth, from 7pm. Tickets are on sale now priced £28.50 and spaces are very limited so early booking is advised. Guests can bring their own drinks and glasses will be provided.
A reminder that there is some upcoming drop-in events planned in Carlisle.
Let us know the best cycle routes, where cycle parking is needed and how we can help you get out on your bike! Just drop in when you can on the days and times at the centres listed. We’ll use your local knowledge to help guide future cycling developments.
- Saturday 7 September 8am - 10.30am at Morton Manor Community Centre, Wigton Road, CA2 6JP
- Wednesday 11 September 2.30pm - 6pm at the Sands Centre, CA1 1JQ
- Wednesday 25 September 10am - 3pm at Botcherby Community Centre, Victoria Road, CA1 2UE
In return for your honest thoughts, you will receive:
- Free refreshments
- Freebies
- Entered into draw for Amazon gift cards (if you share your email address)
If you can't make any of the scheduled events you could share your thoughts through our mini-survey www.surveymechanics.com/s/CarlisleBikeStorage
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Work has started on upcoming road improvements on the A596, affecting the routes from Aspatria and Low Whinnow to Micklethwaite.
The work will be carried out by the council's contractor Connect Roads and have the following planned.
A596 Low Whinnow to Micklethwaite Resurfacing
- Start Date: Sunday 1 September 2024
- Duration: Three weeks, weather dependant
- Time: 7pm - 6am each night
Resurfacing work on A596 from Low Whinnow to Micklethwaite will begin on Sunday 1 September for three weeks, from 7pm to 6am. These works are also subject to weather conditions and may be adjusted as needed. During this time, the A596 between Low Whinnow and Micklethwaite will be closed of an evening. A signed diversion route will be available, and the council are encouraging residents to plan routes accordingly and follow the diversion signs.
Upcoming road improvements on the A596 | Cumberland Council
Shops in Workington, Silloth and Maryport have been praised following a test purchasing operation organised by Cumberland Council.
Cumberland Council’s Trading Standards service carried out the operation on Tuesday 20 August in Workington and Wednesday 28 August in Silloth and Maryport in their latest crackdown on the sale of cigarettes and vapes to minors.
The exercise aimed to ensure local businesses in Cumberland were complying with legislation and that those under the age of 18 are unable to purchase cigarettes and nicotine containing vapes.
The operation saw all 17 of the retail premises visited challenge the underaged volunteers for identification before refusing the sale.
There are strict laws on the sale of cigarettes and nicotine vaping products, and it is a criminal offence to sell them to persons under the age of 18 years or purchase them on their behalf.
Traders found to be breaking these rules risk being prosecuted and fined up to £2,500.
We have been awarded a share of £317k to provide free cardiovascular checks to employees in their workplace.
The government announced on Friday 30 August that the council has been successful in its bid with Westmorland and Furness Council to be part of the pilot project.
The council will now be working with its partner, Cumbria Health, to roll-out the checks to as many workplaces as possible across Cumberland.
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