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Cockermouth

Chris France (middle) with flat cap and beard and leather jacket and Rebecca Canfield (right) with grey cardigan and glasses and dark brown hair. There is a woman to the left of the pair wearing a chequered jacket.

Brewery back after three years creates 10 jobs

The Cockermouth brewery will sell six beers based on old recipes from the "glory days", owners say.

The outside of the Castlegate and Derwent Surgery site on Isel Road in Cockermouth, Cumbria

GP surgery still needs to improve after warning

CQC inspectors say although leadership at the practice has improved, its effectiveness has dropped.

Google Maps image of Borland Avenue showing houses and several parked cars.

Officers who shot man dead granted anonymity

The firearms specialists have their inquest call granted after warning their safety is at risk.

A general view of Cockermouth Castle from the footpath along the River Derwent. The large structure has missing windows and appears to be like a ruin on the right hand-side, while it looks more like a complete structure on the left. The castle overlooks the river and is in a slightly raised position from the riverbank.

Rare chance to visit town's private castle

The Grade I listed castle is a private home and not generally open to the public.

Looking down over swimming lanes in a pool which has crystal blue waters. There are several swimmers swimming up and down the lanes.

Holiday return for kids' 10p swims

The discount scheme returns, offering 10p swims in specific time slots at five Cumbrian pools.

General view of the bluebells at Rannerdale in the Lake District, Cumbria, with Crummock Water in the distance. Beyond the lake mountains rise up into a blue sky dotted with light clouds.

Bluebell display returns to not-so-secret valley

The valley at Rannerdale in Cumbria is known for its bluebell display and gets busy with visitors.

A general view of Cockermouth Castle from the footpath along the River Derwent. The large structure has missing windows and appears to be like a ruin on the right hand-side, while it looks more like a complete structure on the left. The castle overlooks the river and is in a slightly raised position from the riverbank.

Hidden castle reveals swords, spooks and screen stars

Cockermouth Castle's hidden history includes a Hollywood celebrity and rumours of a curious ghost.

A general view of the green space where the forest school classroom is due to be built.

Plans for outdoor forest school classroom approved

Fairfield Primary School says its playing field is underused due to a lack of facilities.

Stock image of a girl with dark hair swimming underwater. She is wearing blue-framed goggles.

Children urged to 'get active' with 10p swims

Discounted sessions for children up to 16 will run at several Cumbrian pools over the Easter break.