East Park

Downs, Moorland in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

East Park

Recent felling on Coops Wood has opened up a view of the bridge over the Duddon Credit: Mick Garratt

East Park is a picturesque area located in Lancashire, England. It encompasses both downs and moorland, providing visitors with a diverse and stunning natural landscape. Covering an expansive area, the park offers a range of outdoor activities and beautiful views for nature enthusiasts and tourists alike.

The downs in East Park are characterized by rolling hills and open grasslands. The gently sloping terrain allows for leisurely walks and picnics, while also providing ample space for recreational activities such as kite flying and frisbee. The downs are adorned with vibrant wildflowers during the spring and summer months, creating a colorful and scenic backdrop.

In contrast, the moorland in East Park offers a more rugged and untamed landscape. Here, visitors can explore vast heather-covered hills and rocky outcrops. The moorland is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds of prey and rare plant species. Hiking enthusiasts can embark on challenging trails that meander through the moorland, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

East Park also boasts several amenities to enhance visitors' experiences. There are well-maintained paths and trails suitable for both walking and cycling, ensuring accessibility for all. Additionally, the park offers picnic areas, restroom facilities, and designated parking areas.

Overall, East Park in Lancashire is a haven for nature lovers seeking a serene and captivating outdoor experience. With its combination of downs and moorland, visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty and tranquility of the Lancashire countryside.

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East Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.282054/-3.2052455 or Grid Reference SD2188. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Recent felling on Coops Wood has opened up a view of the bridge over the Duddon

Mick Garratt

Duddon iron furnace (disused)

A charcoal burning blast furnace dating from 1736. Isaac Wilkinson's cylinder bellows powered by water were first applied here. It is a Scheduled Ancient Monument but is temporarily closed to the public while structural issues are considered. There is a good view from the bridleway that goes past the site.

Chris Allen

Pivot type mark

This Pivot style mark can be found on the SE parapet of the bridge.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket (G3075)

This OS Flush Bracket can be found on a roadside building at Duddon Bridge Farm. It marks a point 10.398m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on a rock face west side of the road. It marks a point 31.425m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Cottages, Duddon Bridge

JThomas

A595, Duddon Bridge

Towards Broughton in Furness.

JThomas

River Duddon from Duddon Bridge

JThomas

Duddon Bridge Cottage, Duddon Bridge

JThomas

Elizabeth II postbox on the A595, Duddon Bridge

Postbox No. LA20 68. See SD1988 : Smithy Lane, Duddon Bridge for context.

JThomas

Smithy Lane, Duddon Bridge

Showing position of Postbox No. LA20 68. See SD1988 : Elizabeth II postbox on the A595, Duddon Bridge for postbox.

JThomas

A595 at Galloper Pool Bridge

Colin Pyle

A595 north west of High Cross

Colin Pyle

Remains of wooden ballast bin

Only a few rotten pieces of wood remain from this ballast bin beside the former Furness Railway Coniston Branch near Moss Side. Built from old wooden railway sleepers it is difficult to place an age on this ballast bin, but it is possible it pre-dates the formation of the London Midland and Scottish Railway in 1923 who later introduced concrete bins (see photograph NY2924 : LMS Standard Concrete Ballast Bin). Positioned approximately every mile, more frequently on curved track, ballast bins were used to store small stone chippings which were used by the railway Lengthsmen to pack and adjust the railway sleepers. Using only a jack and a shovel, an experienced Lengthsman could judge exactly the right quantity of chippings to use to obtain a perfect ‘top’ to the rail and they often took great pride in the quality of their work. The Coniston Branch closed to passengers in October 1958 and to all traffic with effect from the 30 April 1962 although the last train had run during the preceding week. The track bed in front of the ballast bin is deep in mud and trampled by cows.

Adrian Taylor

Woodland in East Park

This woodland is in the grounds of the Broughton Tower Estate. An ornamental lake can be glimpsed through the trees in the right background.

Adrian Taylor

Ornamental lake, East Park

This is the southernmost of two ornamental lakes in the East Park of the Broughton Tower Estate. Although on private land the public has access from the public bridleway on the track bed of the former railway from Foxfield to Coniston which is adjacent. There is also a public footpath crossing the narrow isthmus between the two lakes.

Adrian Taylor

Remains of Weather Cock on Rawfold Bank, with Duddon Hall in view

A "Weather Cock" is marked at this position on OS maps: 6 inch, published 1850 and 25 inch, published 1913. This iron pole is currently situated at the location. Duddon Hall can be seen in the centre of the picture.

Alan Jolley

Reading the charter, Broughton in Furness 1976

The granting of a royal charter to hold a fair in Broughton is commemorated annually on 1st August in the village square. In 1976 I assume that the ceremony was held on the 2nd August as the 1st fell on a Sunday.

Jim Barton

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East Park is located at Grid Ref: SD2188 (Lat: 54.282054, Lng: -3.2052455)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria