Askham Hall

Take a stroll through the beautiful Grade II listed gardens with views of the river Lowther.

Askham, Penrith, CA10 2PF

Tel: 01931 712350

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Power Lines Undergrounded at Goosegreen, Matterdale

Electricity North West – the region’s power network operator – has removed 850m overhead power lines and eight electricity poles at Goosegreen, Matterdale, at a cost of £149,000.
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