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Drigg Point

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Cumberland Copeland

England

Drigg Point

Ordnance Survey Pivot This OS pivot can be found on the SE face of the railway bridge. It marks a point 5.444m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Pivot Credit: Adrian Dust

Drigg Point is a captivating coastal feature located in Cumberland, England. Positioned on the western edge of the county, it is a prominent headland that juts out into the Irish Sea. With its stunning natural beauty and historical significance, Drigg Point has become a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

The headland is characterized by its rugged cliffs, which rise dramatically from the sea. These cliffs are composed of layers of sedimentary rock, providing a glimpse into the geological history of the area. The constant erosion by the waves has created picturesque sea stacks and caves, adding to the allure of the landscape.

Drigg Point is also known for its rich biodiversity. The surrounding waters are home to a variety of marine life, including seals, dolphins, and numerous species of fish. The headland itself is covered in a diverse range of flora and fauna, offering a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

In addition to its natural appeal, Drigg Point holds historical significance. The headland was once used as a lookout point during World War II, with remnants of military structures still visible today. It is also believed to have been a landing site for Viking raiders in the past, highlighting its historical importance.

Visitors to Drigg Point can take advantage of the coastal footpath that runs along the cliff tops, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding sea and coastline. The headland is easily accessible by road and offers ample parking facilities for visitors.

Overall, Drigg Point is a must-visit destination for those seeking a combination of natural beauty, historical interest, and outdoor adventure.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.344104/-3.4308156 or Grid Reference SD0795. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ordnance Survey Pivot This OS pivot can be found on the SE face of the railway bridge. It marks a point 5.444m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Pivot
This OS pivot can be found on the SE face of the railway bridge. It marks a point 5.444m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the building west side of the slip way at the south end of Main Street. It marks a point 5.093m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the building west side of the slip way at the south end of Main Street. It marks a point 5.093m above mean sea level.
Ravenglass 'River Mite' reversing onto a train which would form a mid-morning departure to Dalegarth.
Ravenglass
'River Mite' reversing onto a train which would form a mid-morning departure to Dalegarth.
Ravenglass 'River Mite' with the train which would form a mid-morning departure to Dalegarth. The first carriage is one of a batch recently manufactured in the workshop of the Ffestiniog Railway.
Ravenglass
'River Mite' with the train which would form a mid-morning departure to Dalegarth. The first carriage is one of a batch recently manufactured in the workshop of the Ffestiniog Railway.
Ravenglass station on the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway Whillan Beck propels its empty carriages into the shed after arrival from Dalegarth.
Ravenglass station on the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway
Whillan Beck propels its empty carriages into the shed after arrival from Dalegarth.
Whillan Beck on the turntable at Ravenglass Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway
Whillan Beck on the turntable at Ravenglass
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway
Ravenglass street scene Ravenglass seems very different from other Lakeland villages - use of pebbledash tells you something about the weather.
Ravenglass street scene
Ravenglass seems very different from other Lakeland villages - use of pebbledash tells you something about the weather.
Ravenglass shoreline Where the River Esk joins the Irish Sea.
Ravenglass shoreline
Where the River Esk joins the Irish Sea.
Roman Bath House Remains, Ravenglass Ravenglass Roman Bath House is a ruined ancient Roman bath house at Ravenglass, Cumbria, England. Belonging to a 2nd-century Roman fort and naval base. The bath house is described by Matthew Hyde in his update to the Pevsner Guide to Cumbria as "an astonishing survival". The still standing walls are 13 ft (4 m) high, there are patches of the internal rendering, in dull red and white cement, and traces of the splayed window openings remain. The relatively good state of preservation of the bath house is believed to be attributable to its being adapted for domestic use in the medieval period. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ravenglass_Roman_Bath_House" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ravenglass_Roman_Bath_House">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>
Roman Bath House Remains, Ravenglass
Ravenglass Roman Bath House is a ruined ancient Roman bath house at Ravenglass, Cumbria, England. Belonging to a 2nd-century Roman fort and naval base. The bath house is described by Matthew Hyde in his update to the Pevsner Guide to Cumbria as "an astonishing survival". The still standing walls are 13 ft (4 m) high, there are patches of the internal rendering, in dull red and white cement, and traces of the splayed window openings remain. The relatively good state of preservation of the bath house is believed to be attributable to its being adapted for domestic use in the medieval period. LinkExternal link
Rusty Anchor, Ravenglass
Rusty Anchor, Ravenglass
Signal Box, Ravenglass
Signal Box, Ravenglass
Ravenglass Railway Station The platform for trains to Barrow and Lancaster.
Ravenglass Railway Station
The platform for trains to Barrow and Lancaster.
Ravenglass Railway Station A train for either Barrow or Lancaster. Two carriages is now the normal formation, but occasionally just a single carriage runs during the quieter mid-day period.
Ravenglass Railway Station
A train for either Barrow or Lancaster. Two carriages is now the normal formation, but occasionally just a single carriage runs during the quieter mid-day period.
Man at work On the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway a man is pushing a narrow gauge flat wagon loaded with two wheel skates along a siding near the railway's workshop. The southern end of the down platform of Ravenglass Station on The Cumbrian Coast Line is in the background.
Man at work
On the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway a man is pushing a narrow gauge flat wagon loaded with two wheel skates along a siding near the railway's workshop. The southern end of the down platform of Ravenglass Station on The Cumbrian Coast Line is in the background.
Shelagh of Eskdale Lifted off her bogies and mounted on stands, the 15” gauge locomotive Shelagh of Eskdale is being overhauled in the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway’s workshop at Ravenglass. The workshop was housed in the former Furness Railway goods shed, but a serious fire in March 2013 resulted in £600,000 of damage and the loss of most of the building. A local man from Seascale who worked on the railway was subsequently imprisoned for arson. A small part of the original stone built structure (behind the locomotive) was incorporated into the longer and higher replacement building with improved maintenance facilities including inspection pits.
Shelagh of Eskdale
Lifted off her bogies and mounted on stands, the 15” gauge locomotive Shelagh of Eskdale is being overhauled in the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway’s workshop at Ravenglass. The workshop was housed in the former Furness Railway goods shed, but a serious fire in March 2013 resulted in £600,000 of damage and the loss of most of the building. A local man from Seascale who worked on the railway was subsequently imprisoned for arson. A small part of the original stone built structure (behind the locomotive) was incorporated into the longer and higher replacement building with improved maintenance facilities including inspection pits.
Ravenglass Mudflats at the estuary of the River Esk.
Ravenglass
Mudflats at the estuary of the River Esk.
Ravenglass Mudflats at the estuary of the River Esk.
Ravenglass
Mudflats at the estuary of the River Esk.
Ravenglass Looking towards Main Street, from the mudflats.
Ravenglass
Looking towards Main Street, from the mudflats.
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Drigg Point is located at Grid Ref: SD0795 (Lat: 54.344104, Lng: -3.4308156)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Copeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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