Aspatria

Settlement in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Aspatria

B5301 near Arkleby Mill
B5301 near Arkleby Mill Credit: Colin Pyle

Aspatria is a small town located in the county of Cumberland, in the northwest region of England. Situated about 10 miles northeast of the city of Carlisle, Aspatria is nestled in the picturesque countryside of the Lake District National Park.

With a population of approximately 2,500 people, Aspatria maintains a close-knit community feel. The town's history dates back to the medieval period when it was a prominent agricultural center. Today, agriculture remains an important aspect of Aspatria's economy, with farming and livestock farming playing a significant role in the local industry.

Aspatria is characterized by its charming rural setting, with rolling hills and scenic landscapes surrounding the town. The area offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and exploring the nearby lakes and forests.

The town itself boasts a range of amenities and services to cater to its residents. There are several local shops, pubs, and restaurants, providing essential goods and leisure options. Aspatria also has a primary school, a secondary school, and a community center that hosts various events and activities throughout the year.

Transportation in Aspatria is primarily facilitated by the road network, with easy access to the A596, which connects the town to Carlisle and other nearby towns. Additionally, the Aspatria railway station provides direct train services to Carlisle, allowing for convenient travel to larger cities and beyond.

Overall, Aspatria offers a peaceful and idyllic living environment with its natural beauty, close community ties, and convenient amenities.

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Aspatria Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.76347/-3.333446 or Grid Reference NY1441. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

B5301 near Arkleby Mill
B5301 near Arkleby Mill
Aspataria Station, looking to Carlisle
Aspataria Station, looking to Carlisle
Railway bridge Sheep by railway bridge near Ellen Villa
Railway bridge
Sheep by railway bridge near Ellen Villa
Noble Temple On Harriston Road, built for the improvement of the inhabitants of Aspatria through lectures and meetings
Noble Temple
On Harriston Road, built for the improvement of the inhabitants of Aspatria through lectures and meetings
Railway towards Carlisle View from Lawson Street
Railway towards Carlisle
View from Lawson Street
St Mungo's Park housing On North Road
St Mungo's Park housing
On North Road
Church of St Kentigern
Church of St Kentigern
St Kentigern's Church and churchyard on north side of A596
St Kentigern's Church and churchyard on north side of A596
Houses and hair salon on north side of Queen Street
Houses and hair salon on north side of Queen Street
Benchmark on gatepost at gateway on south side of A596 west of Aspatria Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark levelled at 85.803m above Newlyn Datum verified 1970
Benchmark on gatepost at gateway on south side of A596 west of Aspatria
Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark levelled at 85.803m above Newlyn Datum verified 1970
Gateway to field on south side A596 opposite Castlemont There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7648426">NY1341 : Benchmark on gatepost at gateway on south side of A596 west of Aspatria</a> on the inside face of the stone gatepost at the far side of the gateway
Gateway to field on south side A596 opposite Castlemont
There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark NY1341 : Benchmark on gatepost at gateway on south side of A596 west of Aspatria on the inside face of the stone gatepost at the far side of the gateway
Farmland access track heading west northwest of Aspatria
Farmland access track heading west northwest of Aspatria
St Kentigern's Church Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark levelled at 74.976m above Newlyn Datum was verifed in 1970 at the base of the right hand tower buttress. The mark has apparently been lost to raising the footpath to the tower door.
St Kentigern's Church
Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark levelled at 74.976m above Newlyn Datum was verifed in 1970 at the base of the right hand tower buttress. The mark has apparently been lost to raising the footpath to the tower door.
Tower of St Kentigern's Church with pinnacles The right hand pinnacle with weather vane is an Ordnance Survey intersected station trig point, <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://trigpointing.uk/trig/9003" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://trigpointing.uk/trig/9003">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Tower of St Kentigern's Church with pinnacles
The right hand pinnacle with weather vane is an Ordnance Survey intersected station trig point, LinkExternal link
St Kentigern's Church
St Kentigern's Church
Entrance to Castlemont from north side of A596
Entrance to Castlemont from north side of A596
Town welcome sign at west end of town
Town welcome sign at west end of town
Milk churns on flower box on south side of West Street
Milk churns on flower box on south side of West Street
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Aspatria is located at Grid Ref: NY1441 (Lat: 54.76347, Lng: -3.333446)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Allerdale

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Crossing
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Doctors
Aspatria Medical Group
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