Perhaps the most famous ghost story linked to the castle is that of Tom Skelton, or Tom Fool, a former jester who decapitated a suitor to Helwise Pennington and now haunts the halls of the castle.

Cumbria has the highest number of dog-friendly walking trails in England. Dog owners have been searching for the best spots to take their pets out for exercise with Google searches for ‘dog trails’ ...

Described as being quick to learn, Teddy thrives on human company, making him an ideal companion for people who are home most of the day. Currently in the care of Animal Rescue Cumbria, Teddy would be ...

With cyber threats on the rise, Cumbria Police are urging people to take extra care online. Safer Internet Day takes place today (February 10) and officers and staff in the county will be educating ...

BARROW AFC head coach Paul Gallagher feels the big moments are costing his side. The Bluebirds lost 2-1 away to Notts County at the weekend, but the Bluebirds boss felt his side should have had a late ...

BARROW Raiders head coach Paul Crarey praised his side for their hard work in their Challenge Cup defeat to Super League side York Knights.

A character on EastEnders will be diagnosed with epilepsy, an incurable neurological disorder, the BBC soap has confirmed.

The Good Racing Company and Leeds Rhinos Rugby League club have joined forces to help raise funds for Motor Neurone Disease causes. With an aim to keep the late Rob Burrow’s legacy at the heart of ...

Booths was named Drinks Buying Team of the Year at the Drinks Retailing Awards 2026, which took place on February 3, at The Dorchester Hotel in London. Judges described the retailer’s drinks selection ...

Kirsty Muir missed out on Great Britain’s first medal of the Milan and Cortina Winter Olympics by less than half a point at the Livigno Snow Park. Scotland’s Muir scored 76.05 on her final run in the ...

Joe Tizzard is keen to see where Alexei stands in the bigger picture when he runs in the BetMGM Kingwell Hurdle at Wincanton on Saturday. The current champion hurdler Golden Ace is one of six ...

A new Chambers of Commerce report is calling for the government to reform the apprenticeship system. Suzanne Caldwell, managing director of Cumbria Chamber of Commerce, has backed recommendations from ...