North Cumbria — Heritage and History

Carlisle and Cumberland Bank – Wigton, Cumbria

July 4, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

C and C Bank - 1905 - Better known as the Carlisle and Cumberland Bank

Following a recent walk around the town of Wigton, in north Cumbria, we were curious to learn more about some carved stonework we spotted with the … [Read more...]

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Fingerpost sign with crown on top

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March 30, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

Just outside Pooley Bridge and on the junction between Penrith and Tirrel is this unusual fingerpost with a crown on top. Often to be found at … [Read more...]

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Observation post – Burgh by Sands

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May 4, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

Memories of two conflicts are to be found on the salt marshes near to a small village called Burgh by Sands in North Cumbria. King Edward I … [Read more...]

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Lowther Castle

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September 22, 2008 By admin Leave a Comment

Situated just outside of Penrith in North Cumbria is the now derelict castle at Lowther. The 120 acre, Grade II listed site contains the … [Read more...]