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l could talk all day about Cumbria’s hidden gem

I’VE been asked to say ‘a few words’ about the joys of walking in the Eden Valley at the launch of a new tourism initiative at Rheged next week.

Last updated 22 June 2011
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Following in King Edward’s footsteps

From the gate of St Micheal’s Church, head west along the road towards the centre of Burgh by Sands. After 150 yards, before reaching the main part of the village, turn right along a narrow lane.

Last updated 22 June 2011
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Time to stabilise all your muscles

I’m often met with a blank stare when I mention to a new class member that what I intend to do to them is re-awaken their stabilising muscles – sometimes referred to as the accessory muscles.

Last updated 22 June 2011
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Scott touches down as Lions nil Sea Eagles

KELLS centre Scott Lofthouse scored a fantastic long-range try as BARLA Great Britain Lions made it two wins from two on their Australia tour.

Last updated 18 June 2011
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Inside story: Andy Langford, footballer

Last updated 26 January 2011
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Resolutions faltered? Try the Great Swapathon

THIS month is all about the Great Swapathon – a new and innovative Change4Life campaign that aims to get everyone swapping their unhealthy habits for healthier ones.

Last updated 26 January 2011
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Wild camping’s still fun... but where’s my pillow?

I WENT wild-camping in the Pennines last month – and came back with a loud and clear message from my body: “I am not going to put up with such basic conditions any longer!”

Last updated 22 September 2010
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Help others... go for a run!

THIS year’s Cumber-land Building Society Great Cumbrian Run takes place on Sunday, October 10 with a field of over 2,000 expected to take to the streets of Carlisle for the 28th year of the event.

Last updated 22 September 2010
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In the spotlight Cleator Moor Celtic FC

Last updated 22 September 2010
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Range of cycling activities on offer

Youngsters always look forward to the summer holidays – but they can be bad for their health.

Last updated 11 August 2010
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It’s tough at the top but, boy, is it worth it

From the main car park, head back out on to the main road and turn right. Turn right again along a surfaced lane immediately after crossing the bridge over Glenridding Beck – towards Mires Beck and Helvellyn.

Last updated 16 June 2010
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Last updated 16 June 2010
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Pilates can really help you get back to good health

If I ran a business and my personnel office told me that output was down due to the fact that 10 per cent of the workforce were off sick, I’d be pretty anxious.

Last updated 16 June 2010
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Free way to learn to swim

Q I’ve heard that Free swimming lessons are available is this correct? I’d love to improve my ability in the water how do I go about this? A It is definitely never too late to start learning to swim! As an additional part of the Governments swim4life campaign, free swimming sessions are now on offer to ages 11 and over at swimming pools managed by Carlisle Leisure Limited.

Last updated 16 June 2010
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The magnificent seven

The fantastic Rural Transport Scheme has been running in Workington since 2006 and enables children from all over Allerdale to attend the superb summer camp at Workington Leisure Centre without worrying about how to get there and back.Our superb summer camp runs Monday to Friday right throughout the school holiday. You can come along for the full week or you can pick and chose the days you would like. If you are aged 16 and under you can swim for free at your local Carlisle Leisure Limited pools. There are loads of sessions on the summer programmes, full details are available on the website www.carlisleleisure.comSuperb over eight’s holiday fun! During the week of August 2 to 6 our Outdoor Sports Camp will take place. Each day will feature a different activity, including football, tennis, golf, athletics and hockey.The Sands Summer Camp is arguably one of the busiest and most established programmes in Cumbria. Visit Carlisle’s premier play area this summer! There is a whole host of activities you can enjoy, a lot of it available free of charge. The fantastic interactive water feature is perfect for a warm summer’s day. The play area also has a superb pirate ship, sand pit and swings, great for all ages.Keswick Leisure Pool is a great day out for all the family. Complete with wave machine and water slide this is a perfect venue for all ages.

Last updated 16 June 2010
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Can I end my Wainwright collection on a real high?

I’ve never been much of a ‘collector’. I briefly flirted with stamps as a child and – confession time – I still have a horde of Abba memorabilia in my loft. (In my defence, it was the 1970s and I was very young!) But – and here’s another confession – I have recently become hooked on the Wainwrights.

Last updated 16 June 2010
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