Title: Thursby Travel Guide: Best of Thursby, Carlisle Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Thursby](https://expedia.co.uk/Thursby-Hotels.d3000714407.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Thursby](https://expedia.co.uk/Thursby-Holiday-Rentals.d3000714407.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Thursby](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Thursby.d3000714407.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Thursby Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Thursby.d3000714407.Car-Hire-Guide)[Thursby Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Thursby.d3000714407.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Thursby Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Site of Curthwaite station, 1986. View eastward, towards Carlisle: ex-Maryport & Carlisle Workington - Maryport - Carlisle secondary main line. The station had been closed from 12/6/50 (goods, 6/1/58), but the line remains active.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009369/e9ac1245-b96d-439e-a2aa-ab450ea65e02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009369/e9ac1245-b96d-439e-a2aa-ab450ea65e02.jpg) by [Ben Brooksbank](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/44502) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Site of Curthwaite station, 1986. View eastward, towards Carlisle: ex-Maryport & Carlisle Workington - Maryport - Carlisle secondary main line. The station had been closed from 12/6/50 (goods, 6/1/58), but the line remains active.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009369/e9ac1245-b96d-439e-a2aa-ab450ea65e02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009369/e9ac1245-b96d-439e-a2aa-ab450ea65e02.jpg) by [Ben Brooksbank](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/44502) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![View of East Curthwaite A hamlet in a predominantly agricultural area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009369/7c7583b0-adb8-4ee3-a206-8e5e19a0a27c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009369/7c7583b0-adb8-4ee3-a206-8e5e19a0a27c.jpg) by [Rose and Trev Clough](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/14719) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Thursby Things to do - Top hotels in Thursby - Top Holiday Rentals in Thursby ![Crown and Mitre Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/527800/527747/2a35b7c1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crown and Mitre Hotel 4 English Street Carlisle England £77 10 Mar - 11 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews) Warm and spacious comfortable room, helpful staff, pleasant ambience, conveniently situated. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F03%2F2026&endDate=11%2F03%2F2026&selected=527747&PinnedHotelID=527747&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000714407) ![North Lakes Hotel And Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/894800/894703/65f2dd92_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### North Lakes Hotel And Spa Ullswater Road Penrith England £110 19 Feb - 20 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Penrith. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (974 reviews) Hotel was lovely, a warm welcome on arrival. Beds were comfy and shower was great. We loved the gym and spa area. It would have been nice for the hotel to let us know prior to arrival there would be renovations during our stay, we had no communication about this happening. We were woken up with the ... Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=894703&PinnedHotelID=894703&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000714407) ![County Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/522300/522300/55f99d26_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### County Hotel 9 Botchergate Carlisle England £44 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star hotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 7.2/10 Good! (1,004 reviews) Rooms clean but old and noise outside room at night but ear plugs issued (not hotels fault). Good breakfast. Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=522300&PinnedHotelID=522300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000714407) [See all 2,476 properties in Thursby](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=3000714407) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![The Halston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35130000/35127300/35127212/aa19f5b1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Halston 20-34 Warwick Rd Carlisle England Stay at this aparthotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (277 reviews) Room was quiet and large. Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlisle-Hotels-The-Halston.h35127212.Hotel-Information) ![Luxury lodge, Bassenthwaite,Nr Keswick, at the foot of Skiddaw.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36350000/36349100/36349083/58841582_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Luxury lodge, Bassenthwaite,Nr Keswick, at the foot of Skiddaw. Keswick England Stay at this cabin in Keswick. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Bassenthwaite Lake and Church Bay are ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (256 reviews) The hosts were excellent every time I spoke to Julie she contacted me straight away. The lodge was just beautiful and surroundings. The lodge had every comfort one needs when you go away. It was warm, comfy , and spotless. And we had a lovely bottle of wine and brewing up facilities plus biscuits ... Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Keswick-Hotels-Luxury-Lodge.h36349083.Hotel-Information) ![Luxury, romantic boathouse on the shores of Lake Ullswater, perfect for special occasions.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40190000/40189600/40189584/1b8e81a5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Luxury, romantic boathouse on the shores of Lake Ullswater, perfect for special occasions. Ullswater Cumbria Stay at this cottage in Penrith. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and balconies. Popular attractions Ullswater and Dalemain Country Park are located nearby. 10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews) A piece of heaven A beautiful 4 day stay in a gorgeous location. Very relaxing with stunning scenery. Easy to book and excellent clear arrival details. The boathouse is so unique with care paid to every detail to make our stay so enjoyable. We will recommend to friends and family. Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Penrith-Hotels-Luxury.h40189584.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Thursby](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000714407&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Thursby hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000714407&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000714407&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000714407&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000714407&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000714407&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000714407&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![The Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6561/5574b872-2612-42a7-90c8-e4664c8ae613.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carlisle Castle 4.5/5(42 reviews) Carlisle Castle is just one of the places to see in Carlisle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlisle-Castle-Carlisle.d6088065.Attraction) ![Lovely garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6561/667f33b2-ff72-45b1-bfd4-ff76e3184ede.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bitts Park 4/5(2 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Bitts Park, a lovely green space in Carlisle. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bitts-Park-Carlisle.d553248621561943398.Attraction) ![A very small museum most if not all aircraft outside, but does have a Vulcan there](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532494439/4d235f59-74c5-4129-b221-44dded65002d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Solway Aviation Museum You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Solway Aviation Museum during your trip to Irthington. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Solway-Aviation-Museum-Carlisle.d553248621532494439.Attraction) #### Carlisle Cathedral 4.5/5(9 reviews) Carlisle Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Carlisle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlisle-Cathedral-Carlisle.d6088057.Attraction) #### Carlisle Racecourse 4.5/5(11 reviews) You can take time to visit Carlisle Racecourse during your travels to St Cuthbert Without. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlisle-Racecourse-Carlisle.d553248621561943395.Attraction) #### The Sands Centre 4.5/5(29 reviews) You can make plans for a show at The Sands Centre during your trip to Carlisle. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Sands-Centre-Carlisle.d553248621561943397.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Hadrian's Wall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45285291/a55e0ef8-4c0e-4b75-91be-dc0c40c92046.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Tour of Roman Britain & Hadrian's Wall from Windermere £650 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-of-roman-britain-hadrians-wall-from-windermere.a45285291.activity-details) [See all activities in Thursby](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Thursby.d3000714407.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Thursby ![driving early morning and this happened just outside of carlise.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6561/0e61b416-5a0e-4d8d-816e-1ade84241b84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Carlisle ![A static light lighthouse, would make an ideal foreground for Astro or LE startrail shots, taken 7th Aug around 9pm and the sun was setting directly behind it, in line with my position. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135803/2c799990-62b5-441b-9e23-19749eee5387.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Wigton ![Site of Curthwaite station, 1986. View eastward, towards Carlisle: ex-Maryport & Carlisle Workington - Maryport - Carlisle secondary main line. The station had been closed from 12/6/50 (goods, 6/1/58), but the line remains active.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009369/e9ac1245-b96d-439e-a2aa-ab450ea65e02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Ben Brooksbank](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/44502) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Westward ![Wooden Sheds stand on a castle site](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975850515/b22367d7-ff33-4bfb-9acc-254cb4850010.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Aikton - Cities near Thursby - Places of interest [Carlisle](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlisle.dx6561)[Wigton](https://expedia.co.uk/Wigton.dx6023717)[Westward](https://expedia.co.uk/Westward.dx3000009369)[Dalston](https://expedia.co.uk/Dalston.dx553248622849347688)[Aikton](https://expedia.co.uk/Aikton.dx553248635975850515) - [Ullswater ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ullswater-Penrith.d11377.Attraction) - [Derwentwater ](https://expedia.co.uk/Derwentwater-Keswick.d6088013.Attraction) - [Carlisle Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlisle-Castle-Carlisle.d6088065.Attraction) - [North Pennines ](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Pennines-England.d3000655548.Attraction) - [Catbells Lakeland Walk ](https://expedia.co.uk/Catbells-Lakeland-Walk-Keswick.d553248621532493355.Attraction) - [Carlisle Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlisle-Cathedral-Carlisle.d6088057.Attraction) - [Carlisle Racecourse ](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlisle-Racecourse-Carlisle.d553248621561943395.Attraction) - [Lake District Wildlife Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-District-Wildlife-Park-Keswick.d553248621532493362.Attraction) - [Bassenthwaite Lake ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bassenthwaite-Lake-England.d553248634855573825.Attraction) - [Penrith Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Penrith-Castle-Penrith.d6088047.Attraction) - [Caerlaverock Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Caerlaverock-Castle-Dumfries.d6092771.Attraction) - [The Sands Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Sands-Centre-Carlisle.d553248621561943397.Attraction) - [Skiddaw ](https://expedia.co.uk/Skiddaw-Keswick.d650079582103117824.Attraction) - [Annandale Distillery ](https://expedia.co.uk/Annandale-Distillery-Annan.d553248633988135367.Attraction) - [Aira Force ](https://expedia.co.uk/Aira-Force-Penrith.d6088029.Attraction) - [Derwent Pencil Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Derwent-Pencil-Museum-Keswick.d6088007.Attraction) - [Theatre By The Lake ](https://expedia.co.uk/Theatre-By-The-Lake-Keswick.d553248635125893470.Attraction) - [Whinlatter Forest Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Whinlatter-Forest-Park-England.d553248621533021011.Attraction) - [Rheged ](https://expedia.co.uk/Rheged-Penrith.d6088051.Attraction) - [Bitts Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bitts-Park-Carlisle.d553248621561943398.Attraction) - [Blencathra ](https://expedia.co.uk/Blencathra-Keswick.d650079423671312384.Attraction) - [Castlerigg Stone Circle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Castlerigg-Stone-Circle-Keswick.d6088011.Attraction) - [Magic Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Magic-Castle-Carlisle.d553248621555971509.Attraction) - [Walby Farm Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Walby-Farm-Park-Carlisle.d659344003112509440.Attraction) - [Talkin Tarn Country Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Talkin-Tarn-Country-Park-Brampton.d553248621532494438.Attraction) - [Isel Hall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Isel-Hall-Cockermouth.d553248621532493353.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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