11 Victorian Homes in Cumbria Sell for £550,000
A once-magnificent street of 11 Grade II listed Victorian houses in St Bees, Cumbria, is to be auctioned. Can a developer finally restore this historic terrace to its former glory?
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Cumbria school faces closure after Labour VAT hike
Hunter Hall, a picturesque prep school in Cumbria, will close before Christmas unless it raises £180,000 in emergency funding, blaming Labour's VAT on school fees for a pupil exodus.
Farm fined £50k after worker killed by missing screw
A Cumbria egg producer fined £50,000 after Alban Watts was strangled by machinery. HSE found a missing 50p screw could have prevented the tragedy. Learn about workplace safety failures.
Archaeologists find 'proof' of human activity near Noah's Ark
Scientists discover evidence of human life near the alleged ruins of Noah's Ark on Mount Ararat, potentially rewriting ancient history. Explore the groundbreaking findings.
3,000-Year-Old Bronze Age Boats Go on Public Display
After a 13-year conservation project, three Bronze Age log boats preserved for over 3,000 years will be displayed at Flag Fen Archaeology Park. Discover the ancient secrets of fenland travel.
Bronze Age boats found in Cambridgeshire after 3,000 years
After a 13-year conservation, three Bronze Age log boats discovered near Whittlesey are set for public display at Flag Fen. Discover the secrets they reveal about ancient fenland life.
M6 closed in Cumbria due to severe flooding
M6 northbound closed between J41 and J42 near Carlisle due to flooding, causing major rush-hour delays. Diversion via A6 through rural villages. Follow live updates.
M6 closed northbound after driver medical episode
The M6 in Cumbria is closed northbound after a lorry driver suffered a medical emergency, requiring an air ambulance. Follow our live updates for diversion routes.
Askham: Lake District's Secret Village With 500 Residents
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District, the charming village of Askham offers the perfect rural retreat with stunning scenery, traditional pubs, and breathtaking walks away from the crowds.
Teenager dies at Cumbria mental health unit
Exclusive: Grieving family demands investigation after 17-year-old boy dies while under NHS care at Cumbria's Carleton Clinic, raising serious questions about mental health facility safety protocols.
Major landslip causes West Coast Main Line travel chaos
Severe disruption hits one of Britain's busiest rail routes as emergency repairs continue following significant landslip in Cumbria, with passengers facing extended delays and replacement services.
Cumbria landslide derails train, causes major rail disruption
Dramatic landslide in Cumbria derails train carriage and causes widespread rail chaos, with major delays expected for days as emergency repairs continue on damaged line.
Pearl Mussels Make Surprising Return to UK Rivers
Freshwater pearl mussels, once hunted to near extinction in Britain, are making a remarkable comeback in Cumbrian rivers thanks to dedicated conservation efforts.
Cumbria Train Derailment Disrupts Glasgow Line Services
Major travel disruption hits Cumbria as train derails near Carlisle, affecting Glasgow Central services. Emergency services respond to incident causing significant delays and cancellations.
Cumbria Train Derailment Disrupts Services
Emergency services rushed to the scene of a train derailment in Cumbria, causing significant disruption to rail services between Carlisle and Oxenholme. No serious injuries reported.
Severe Flooding Paralyzes Rail Network in North West
Torrential downpours trigger widespread disruption with rail services suspended between Glasgow and England, multiple lines closed in Cumbria, and significant delays expected to continue throughout Monday.
Cumbria Train Panic: Passengers Fear Another Disaster
Panic erupted on a Cumbria train as passengers feared a repeat of Britain's worst rail disasters after a sudden emergency stop and smoke filled the carriages.
UK rail chaos after Huntingdon stabbing and Cumbria derailment
Comprehensive guide to ongoing rail disruption across Britain after violent incident at Huntingdon station and significant Cumbria derailment. Latest service updates and passenger advice.
Train breakdown strands passengers for hours in Cumbria
A major rail disruption left Avanti West Coast passengers stranded for over three hours near Penrith after train failure, requiring emergency medical assistance for vulnerable travellers.
Cumbria train derailment: Major emergency response
A major emergency operation is underway in Cumbria after a train derailment near Carlisle. Multiple emergency services are responding to the incident with early reports suggesting significant damage.
Freight train derails in Cumbria, major rail disruption
A freight train derailment near Carlisle has caused significant disruption to Avanti West Coast services, with emergency services responding to the incident in Cumbria. Network Rail engineers are working to restore services on this vital transport corrido
Cumbria train derailment sparks major emergency response
Major incident declared after Avanti West Coast train derailment near Penrith causes significant travel chaos and emergency service mobilisation across Cumbria.
Freight Train Derailment Closes West Coast Main Line in Cumbria
A significant freight train derailment near Shap, Cumbria has prompted a major emergency response, closing the West Coast Main Line and causing widespread travel chaos across the region.
Cumbria Train Derailment: Emergency Services Respond
Major emergency response underway after train derailment in Cumbria. Multiple services responding to incident near Carlisle with disruption expected for hours.
Remote Control Farming Revolution in Cumbria
Discover how Cumbrian farmers are embracing remote-controlled machinery to work smarter, reduce environmental impact and secure the future of family farming in challenging landscapes.
Ancient Green Mummy Mystery Solved by Scientists
Archaeologists unravel the mystery behind a remarkably preserved green-hued mummy from 16th-century Poland, revealing startling copper preservation secrets.
Typhoon reveals ancient Alaskan archaeological treasures
In an extraordinary twist of nature, the remnants of Typhoon Merbok have revealed a significant archaeological discovery on Alaska's western coast, unearthing artefacts that had remained hidden for generations.
80,000 UK Homes Face Flood Risk as Met Office Issues Warnings
Severe flood warnings issued for Cumbria and Lancashire as heavy rainfall threatens thousands of properties. Met Office alerts residents to prepare for potential evacuation.
Sandi Toksvig investigates Cambridge's medieval mass grave mystery
Television star Sandi Toksvig unveils a chilling Cambridge discovery where archaeologists use crime scene techniques to solve a 900-year-old mass murder mystery.
Ancient turf maze discovered in Cumbrian garden
A remarkable archaeological discovery in Cumbria reveals a medieval turf maze hidden beneath a modern garden, offering a fascinating glimpse into Britain's forgotten pastime of spiritual walking meditation.
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