Dalston Parish Council

Report Local Issues

Planning Applications
Environmental issues
Bins / Recycling
Cumberland Council
Roads, Travel & Parking

Road Closures

Closures & Road Works

Dog Fouling and Fly Tipping

There has been a huge increase in dog fouling and fly tipping within the parish.
Police Desk Dalston

Rural Summer Fun Time Dalston Recreation Centre

Join us for fun activities including games, fun play and arts and crafts. Only £10 per session for ages 5-11. All children must bring a packed lunch and refreshments.

Dates

  • Wednesday 22nd July
  • Wednesday 12th August
  • Wednesday 26th August

Times

  • 9.00am – 3.00pm

For more information or to book please visit better.org.uk/lessons-and-courses then chose Book a lesson or course > Select Carlisle and Holiday club

Police Desk Dalston

Police Desk

PCSO Graham Kirkpatrick will be in Dalston Co-op on Sunday 30th August, 1pm to 3pm to answer any queries. Please come along.

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL (FOOTPATH NO. 114040 IN THE PARISH OF DALSTON) (TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF PEDESTRIANS) ORDER 2025

The Secretary of State for Transport has granted an extension of the abovenamed Order until 30 April 2027, or until the works are completed, whichever is soonest.

A copy of the notice is attached for your reference and a plan showing the affected section.

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL (FOOTPATH NO. 114044 IN THE PARISH OF DALSTON) (TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF PEDESTRIANS) ORDER 2026

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL (CALDEW CYCLEWAY) (TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF PEDESTRIANS AND CYCLISTS) ORDER 2026

The Orders will come into operation on 20 July 2026 and may continue in force for a period of up to six months from that date.

Welcome to Dalston Parish Council

Dalston parish is one of the larger ones in Cumbria with a population of 2590 (2011 census results) and covers a geographical area of about 11,900 acres (4,822 hectares). The Cumbrian Way passes through the parish and is used by walkers and general tourists alike all year-round.

It has several hamlets and Dalston village with the rivers Caldew and the Roe running through it. The Caldew is a site of special scientific interest. Both rivers have flood implications which are seen on an ever increasing frequency.

Latest News

Keep up to date with news and events

21 July 2026
News
Caldewhurst to Station Road Update  Upon removing the surface layer this evening, it became apparent that there is insufficient construction depth at the northern end of Phase One, after the railway bridge towards Caldewhurst. This issue was not...
17 July 2026
News
Road Closures
 CUMBERLAND COUNCIL (FOOTPATH NO. 114044 IN THE PARISH OF DALSTON) (TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF PEDESTRIANS) ORDER 2026 CUMBERLAND COUNCIL (CALDEW CYCLEWAY) (TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF PEDESTRIANS AND CYCLISTS) ORDER 2026 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ...
06 July 2026
Road Closures
Location B5299 Carlisle Road from its junction with Station Road, extending in a north direction for approx 640m. Alternative Route will be signposted and available via the unrestricted sections of the B5299, A689, A595 & B5305. ...
21 July 2026
News
Caldewhurst to Station Road Update  Upon removing the surface layer this evening, it became apparent that there is insufficient construction depth at the northern end of Phase One, after the railway bridge towards Caldewhurst. This issue was not...
17 July 2026
News
Road Closures
 CUMBERLAND COUNCIL (FOOTPATH NO. 114044 IN THE PARISH OF DALSTON) (TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF PEDESTRIANS) ORDER 2026 CUMBERLAND COUNCIL (CALDEW CYCLEWAY) (TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF PEDESTRIANS AND CYCLISTS) ORDER 2026 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ...
06 July 2026
Road Closures
Location B5299 Carlisle Road from its junction with Station Road, extending in a north direction for approx 640m. Alternative Route will be signposted and available via the unrestricted sections of the B5299, A689, A595 & B5305. ...

Upcoming Events

28
Jul
Forge Green
1pm

08
Sep
Forge Green
7.15pm