Love Parks Week
2011
Saturday 23 July to Sunday 31 July
2011
You are invited to enjoy Carlisle’s action-packed, nine-day
programme of FREE Love Parks Week
events.
This includes:
Saturday, 23 July - Love Trees
This is the 'International Year of Forests', so celebrate the
launch of Carlisle Love Parks Week 2011 and the areas wonderful
trees, woods and forests by enjoying a city centre woodland
experience, with activities throughout the day.
Sunday, 24 July - River Caldew Guided
Walk
Explore the River Caldew on this guided 8.5 mile walk of medium
difficulty. Meet by the footbridge at the southern end of Denton
Street, Denton Holme, Carlisle (CA2 5LJ). Please phone 01228 817158
to let the organisers know you are coming.
Sunday, 24 July - Stagecoach Open-top Bus
Tours
11am and 2pm, starting and ending at Tullie
House Museum, Castle Street, Carlisle. Thanks to Stagecoach, we are
delighted to invite you to join us on one of two FREE guided open
top bus tours of historic Carlisle and its beautiful parks and
green spaces.
Monday, 25 July - Cityhopper Walk
A guided walk exploring the Kingmoor Nature Reserves (possibly the
oldest nature reserves in Britain) in partnership with Reays
Cityhopper buses.
Monday, 25 July - Tai Chi in Chance's
Park
Relax with the ancient and gentle Chinese art of Tai Chi. Suitable
for everyone, this expertly led taster session will cover basic
principles of posture, balance, relaxation and energising, to teach
a simple sequence of Tai Chi for you to try at home.
Tuesday 26 July - Party on the Plot
Gardening related fun and activities for all ages down on the
allotment, brought to you by 'Fit to Grow in Currock'.
Various days - 'On yer bike!'
A cycling taster-session for all-comers with an obstacle course and
a range of bikes to try, including tandems and tricycles.
Tuesday 26 July - Lakes Alive present 'The Banquet' at
Talkin Tarn
Lakes Alive present a banquet for one and all! Gather together your
family, friends and neighbours for an evening of amusement and
enchantment in the beguiling setting of Talkin Tarn Country
Park.
Wednesday 27 July - Waggy Walk
Go for a walk with one of Carlisle's Countryside Rangers and 'Happy
Paws Dog Walking' as they devote time to 'man's best friend' in
Bitts Park. Get training advice as you walk. Ideal for socialising
both young and older dogs whilst enjoying the park.
Thursday 28 July - Forest Adventures in Chance's
Park
Celebrate 2011 as the 'International Year of Forests' with
bushcraft, adventure and outdoor activities for all ages with
ancient parkland of Chance's Park.
Thursday 28 July - Zumba in Portland
Square
People of all shapes, sizes and ages can try
this exhilarating, easy-to-follow, Latin inspired, calorie-burning
dance fitness craze in Portland Square.
Friday 29 July - Orienteering at Hammond's
Pond
Join Border Liners for an orienteering event around beautiful
Hammond's Pond. You can progress at your own pace, walking, jogging
or running around the course of your choice.
Friday 29 July - Adults tennis taster
session
This general introduction to tennis for adults (age 16+) will be
delivered by a qualified LTA coach and tailored for
individuals.
Saturday 30 July - Carlisle Angling
Association
Have a go at fly fishing and bait fishing and improve your fishing
skills with qualified instructors. Try fly tying; learn about
wildlife of the River Eden with experts from Eden Rivers Trust; and
take part in competitions and a quiz at the end of the day.
Saturday 30 July - Bandstand in Bitts
Park
Carlisle’s new moveable Bandstand will be hosting a brass band
concert in the beautiful setting of the Victoria Gardens. Bring a
picnic and a rug and sit back to enjoy music in the great
outdoors.
Sunday 31 July - Flicks at Bitts
The finale to Carlisle Love Parks Week 2011 will be a FREE open-air
screening of two blockbuster films in Bitts Park - Disney/Pixar's
'WALL-E' (Cert. U) and lively sing-along musical 'Grease' (Cert.
PG)
There's lots more going on, please see the programme
(below) for a full list of events.
Carlisle City Council would like to thank the following for
their invaluable support for Carlisle Love Parks Week 2011:
Barnardos, Carlisle Cathedral, The Lanes Shopping Centre, Tullie
House Museum Trust, 'Outfit', On Yer Bike, Solway Coast AONB,
Impact Housing, RSPB, Natural England, Cumbria Wildlife Trust,
Carlisle Youth Zone, Cumbria Constabulary, Cumbria Fire &
Rescue Service, Riverside, BTCV and Sure Start Children's
Centres.