Distington

Settlement in Cumberland Copeland

England

Distington

A595 north east of Lowca Credit: Colin Pyle

Distington is a small village located in the county of Cumberland, in the North West of England. It is situated approximately 3 miles southwest of the town of Workington, and is surrounded by picturesque countryside and rolling hills.

The village is home to a population of around 2,500 people, and is known for its close-knit community and friendly atmosphere. Distington boasts a range of amenities, including a primary school, village hall, post office, and a few local shops and pubs. The nearby towns of Workington and Whitehaven offer a wider range of services and facilities, such as supermarkets, leisure centers, and secondary schools.

The village is well-connected in terms of transportation, with regular bus services running to and from the neighboring towns. The A595 road, which passes through Distington, provides easy access to the rest of the county and beyond.

Distington is also known for its rich industrial heritage. Historically, the village was heavily involved in coal mining and iron ore extraction, with several mines and collieries operating in the area. Today, remnants of this industrial past can still be seen, including disused mine buildings and railway lines.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Distington offers plenty of opportunities to explore the surrounding countryside. The village is located close to the Lake District National Park, a popular destination for hiking, cycling, and enjoying the stunning natural landscapes.

In summary, Distington is a charming village in Cumberland, offering a peaceful and close-knit community, a range of amenities, and easy access to both rural and urban areas.

Show me another place!

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Distington Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.596387/-3.539705 or Grid Reference NY0023. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A595 north east of Lowca

Colin Pyle

A595 at Distington

Colin Pyle

A596 at Lillyhall

Colin Pyle

Distington War Memorial

Distington War Memorial commemorates the fallen of Distington, Pica, Winscales and Dyonside. It was unveiled on 16th of April 1921 by Major C A Valentine TD, of Ellerkeld, Workington, and dedicated by the Reverend T Foster Edwards. The memorial commemorates 53 local servicemen who lost their lives in the First World War. It was made by Messrs Beattie and Co. and paid for by public subscription. Later, the monument was further dedicated to 21 local men who were killed in the Second World War. The memorial was restored in 1992 and was moved a short distance from its original location in 2001 due to road improvements.

Colin Kinnear

Leaving Lakes College bound for Whitehaven

SHH 389X leaves Lakes College on a shuttle service to Whitehaven on the final day of Leyland National 51.

James T M Towill

Old Milestone by the A595, south of Distington

Metal plate attached to stone post by the A595, in parish of DISTINGTON (COPELAND District), Common End, near first house and signs to Workington Crematorium; North of Boot Bridge, on grass verge, on West side of road. Whitehaven plate stone, erected by the Whitehaven turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : TO WORKINGTON / 4 / TO COCKERMOUTH / 10 MILES : : {plate missing} (WHITEHAVEN / 4) : Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1336037 Link

Milestone Society National ID: CU_WHWO04

Barbara Todd

Lay-by on A595 heading to Whitehaven

Steve Fareham

Trig point of Park House

The trig point known to the OS as Park House stands in a field adjacent to a farm lane with a footpath close to the village of Distington. Beyond the pillar the town of Workington can be discerned with the Solway Firth and Criffel beyond that.

Trevor Littlewood

Distington (Joint) station, with train 1951

View SW, towards Cleator Moor (Cleator & Workington Junction Railway, with excursion train returning to Carlisle from Egremont headed by LMS 4F 0-6-0 No. 44461 (built 5/28, withdrawn 9/64). The line to the left is to Rowrah and Kelton Fell.

Walter Dendy, deceased

Distington (Joint) station, 1951

View SW, towards Cleator Moor (ahead), left to Rowrah and Kelton Fell also WC&E line to Parton and Ullock. The station was closed finally 13/4/31 (goods C&WJ 1/7/63). Passenger services were withdrawn during the 1920s; goods gradually during the 20s and 30s, and to Cleator Moor until 9/61, then only as a diversionary route. (See also NY0124 : Distington (Joint) station, with train 1951).

Walter Dendy, deceased

Old Milestone by the A595, south of Distington

Milestone Society National ID: CU_WHWO04.

CF Smith

Old Milestone by the A595, north of Distington

Metal plates attached to stone post by the A595, in parish of WINSCALES (ALLERDALE District), East of secondary school, Distington T-junction, in front of Toyota garage, on grass verge, on North West side of road, East of new roundabout. Whitehaven plate stone, erected by the Whitehaven turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : TO WORKINGTON / 3 / TO COCKERMOUTH / 9 MILES : : TO / WHITEHAVEN / 5 MILES : Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1312130 Link

Milestone Society National ID: CU_WHWO05.

CF Smith