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Carlisle Fireshow 2011

About the event

This year the Carlisle Fireshow celebrates its 25th anniversary and is set to be another sparkling spectacular not to be missed. The community event will be based on an 'Olympics 2012' theme, in celebration of Carlisle being chosen as one of the host cities for the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Route next June.

The 40-foot bonfire will take centre stage in Bitts Park, with more than 2,000 spectacular fireworks making sure the event goes with a bang! More details...

Park & ride...

This year there will be a Park & Ride service. The service will allow the purchase of a return ticket from Wigton, Kingmoor and Rosehill. Tickets will be sold on the day at the pick-up points. More details...

Public information...

Parking in all City Council car parks is free after 6pm. Limited disabled parking although some will be reserved. Viewing platform for wheelchair users. No fireworks or alcohol allowed into the event. More details...

Accommodation...

Whatever your budget, there is no shortage of accommodation on offer in Carlisle, from luxury hotels to comfortable hostels, from self-catering cottages to country-based campsites.
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Eating out...

There are eateries to suit every taste, including vegetarian and gluten-free, and options for every budget. Restaurants, cafes, bars and sandwich shops, you will not be disappointed.
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Carlisle Tourist Information Centre

The Old Town Hall, Green Market, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8JE
tel: 01228 625600
email: tourism@carlisle.gov.uk
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City Centre Map (PDF 1MB)
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