Hello Carlisle
With a history that goes back thousands of years, Carlisle is seen as the Great Border City. With loads of history to delve into with its famous castle as well as Hadrian’s Wall nearby, Carlisle is perfect for anyone wanting to explore the past.
If you’re heading further north on a road trip and need somewhere to stop for a break, or you’re a hiker looking for a base to go trekking around the Lake District and the Pennines then Carlisle is a fantastic option.
Top 3 things to do in Carlisle
Carlisle Castle – One of the UK’s truly ancient buildings, this stunning castle was first built in 1092, this is a great place to wander through history, with the walls containing carvings done by prisoners, and the famous tower where Mary, Queen of Scots was held.
Hadrian’s Wall – Carlisle has a wealth of history, including being a stone’s throw from one of the UK’s longest and oldest historical sites in Hadrian’s Wall.
The Lake District – If you’re a fan of the outdoors and nature Carlisle is a fantastic place to use as a base to explore the nearby Lake District. Miles of gorgeous scenery, beautiful lakes, and incredible places to eat make it ideal for anyone who wants to go exploring.
Parking in Carlisle
There’s plenty of parking in the city, but those spaces are in high demand thanks to shoppers, commuters, and people on day trips.
Finding somewhere to park, and somewhere affordable are very different things, with city centre parking being notoriously pricey across the UK. Luckily, we can help.
Electric vehicle charging in Carlisle
We’re bringing the future of EV charging to Carlisle, with chargers already being available on the Mary Street Car Park with more being added all the time.
Our Evology charging network consists of a range of destination chargers meaning you can enjoy your visit to the city whilst easily charging your car.
- Locate EV chargers across the city
- Check the cost of charging in advance
- Easily pay for your charge session
- View charging progress whilst on the move
Disabled parking in Carlisle
Carlisle has multiple disabled parking options, with Blue Badge holders permitted to park for free in council-managed car parks and on-street pay-and-display spots. The Evology Parking app can help you find all the details for our car parks and check not only for accessible parking, but also which sites have accessible facilities nearby.
Pre-booking your space in advance makes your journey smoother and makes sure you aren’t worrying about where to park.
Download our Evology Parking App today!
✓ Pay for parking in a way that suits you
✓ Pre-book your parking space in advance
✓ Plan your trips to cut down on stress
✓ Power over parking in the palm of your hand
Book your space
Easily book your parking space in advance
Park up & pay
Park up and pay across thousands of spaces
Easily find chargers
Find easy-to-use EV chargers across the city