Aughertree

Settlement in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Aughertree

Aughertree is a small village located in the county of Cumberland in North West England. It is situated approximately 6 miles southeast of the town of Brampton and 12 miles southwest of the city of Carlisle. The village is nestled between the rolling hills and picturesque countryside of the Eden Valley.

With a population of around 150 residents, Aughertree is a close-knit and tight community. The village mainly consists of traditional stone cottages and farmhouses, adding to its rustic charm. The surrounding area is predominantly agricultural, with lush green fields and farmland stretching as far as the eye can see.

Aughertree benefits from its peaceful and tranquil setting, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking a quieter way of life. The village is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with good road links to both Brampton and Carlisle.

While Aughertree itself does not have many amenities, residents have easy access to a range of facilities and services in nearby towns. The village is within reach of schools, shops, healthcare facilities, and leisure activities.

The picturesque countryside surrounding Aughertree offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The area is also rich in history, with several historical landmarks and sites of interest nearby, including Naworth Castle and Lanercost Priory.

In summary, Aughertree is a small rural village in Cumberland, offering a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle amidst stunning natural beauty.

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Aughertree Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.735493/-3.159348 or Grid Reference NY2538. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sandale

Alexander P Kapp

Crossroads and houses in Ireby

Ireby is a small village lying just outside the Lake District national park.

Trevor Littlewood

Track to disused quarries, north of Uldale

Now used to access fields. On the north side of the Uldale - Ireby road.

Christine Johnstone

Farmland north of Uldale

About 190 metres above sea level.

Christine Johnstone

The Uldale to Ireby road, alongside spring-fed trees

Looking north-west.

Christine Johnstone

Farmland in the valley of the River Ellen

With Uldale's Townend Farm in the distance.

Christine Johnstone

The national park boundary, south of Dale Side

Also a civil parish boundary. The fell [south, beyond the trees] is in Ireby & Uldale, within the Lake District National Park. The flat sheep pasture in the foreground is in Boltons, outside the park.

Christine Johnstone

B5299 heading south-east, near Square Plantation

Several long stretches of the road between Boltongate and Caldbeck are dead straight.

Christine Johnstone

Sheep pasture south-west of Square Plantation

Looking north from the B5299 towards distant Middle Plantation.

Christine Johnstone

Sheep pasture alongside the B5299 near Dale Side

Looking west-northwest, towards the distant Scottish hills on the other side of the Solway Firth.

Christine Johnstone

The northern flank of Aughertree Fell

Looking west from the B5299. The fell, on the far side of the much-quarried former valley, is open access land in the Lake District National Park. The sheep pasture on this side is neither.

Christine Johnstone

Formerly quarried valley, north of Aughertree Fell

Looking south from the B5299.

Christine Johnstone

The B5299 heading north-west near Snowhill Cottage

There is a 28 metre spot height on the summit [by the distant tree].

Christine Johnstone

Farmland south of the B5299, near Snowhill Cottage

The drystone wall running across the centre of the picture forms at least three boundaries. The open access land in the national park to the south [far side] is in Caldbeck parish, the private farmland outside the park [near side] is in Boltons.

Christine Johnstone