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Museums Β· North West England

Tullie House

In or near Carlisle.

Paid admissionβ™Ώ Wheelchair: limitedπŸ‘ͺ Family-friendly

Tullie House β€” a museum in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.

Carlisle, The Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, 'Putney Park Lane' by John Atkinson Grimshaw (1836-1893) - geograph.org.uk - 7623472

Michael Garlick β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year
Year-round
Nearest railway station
Carlisle Β· 0.8 km
  • Paid entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Tullie House is a museum located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2022

Imagery Β© Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Official information

Carlisle Castle is a historic fortress that has played a significant role in the conflicts between England and Scotland. Visitors can explore its impressive structures, including the Tudor battery, the 12th-century gatehouse, and the museum dedicated to the Border Regiment's history.

Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Tullie House is a museum located in the Scottish Lowlands. It features exhibits on local history, archaeology, and natural history, highlighting the region's cultural heritage and significance.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
54.8955, -2.9406
District
Cumberland
Parish
Cumberland, unparished area
Postcode
CA3 8BB
Parliamentary constituency
Carlisle
Nearest railway station
Carlisle β€” 0.8 km
Opening
Daily 10am–5pm; last entry at 4.30pm

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Tullie House

Places to stay

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Hotels Β· North West England

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Caravan parks Β· North West England

Hadrians Park

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The Old Bank Gastro House

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Tullie House?
Tullie House is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode CA3 8BB), in the parish of Cumberland, unparished area.
What is Tullie House?
Tullie House β€” a museum in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Tullie House?
The nearest railway station is Carlisle, about 0.8 km away. The nearest town is Carlisle. Drivers can use postcode CA3 8BB.
Is Tullie House a protected site?
Yes β€” Tullie House is part of the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Tullie House?
The nearest railway station is Carlisle, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA3 8BB.