Broadfield Common

Downs, Moorland in Cumberland Eden

England

Broadfield Common

Ivegill Primary School
Ivegill Primary School Credit: Bob Jenkins

Broadfield Common, located in Cumberland, is a picturesque area encompassing downs, moorland, and beautiful countryside. With its diverse landscape and rich natural beauty, it offers visitors a tranquil and idyllic escape from the bustle of city life.

The common is characterized by gently rolling downs, covered in lush green grasses and dotted with wildflowers during the spring and summer months. These downs provide a stunning backdrop for leisurely walks and picnics, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

In addition to the downs, Broadfield Common also boasts extensive moorland, which is teeming with wildlife and offers a unique habitat for a variety of plant species. The moorland is covered in heather and gorse, creating a stunning purple and yellow carpet that stretches as far as the eye can see.

The common is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers, as it is home to an array of bird species, including skylarks, curlews, and kestrels. Visitors can catch a glimpse of these beautiful creatures as they soar through the clear blue skies or perch on the branches of the common's ancient trees.

Broadfield Common is a place of natural wonder and tranquility, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the breathtaking beauty of the Cumberland countryside. Whether it's a peaceful stroll through the downs or an adventurous hike across the moorland, this area offers a truly unforgettable experience for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

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Broadfield Common Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.794665/-2.9091726 or Grid Reference NY4144. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ivegill Primary School
Ivegill Primary School
Packhorse Bridge Simply named Ivegill Bridge on maps, a local resident reckons it's "donkeys years" old...
Packhorse Bridge
Simply named Ivegill Bridge on maps, a local resident reckons it's "donkeys years" old...
Lalbuss Plantation Pasture with Lalbuss Plantation in the distance
Lalbuss Plantation
Pasture with Lalbuss Plantation in the distance
Building at Knight's Lodge
Building at Knight's Lodge
Coppice Nook
Coppice Nook
Forest House Nicely painted farmhouse to a non-working farm
Forest House
Nicely painted farmhouse to a non-working farm
The Road to Stone Faulds The small wood at the side of the entrance had been partially cleared and the fencing renewed.
The Road to Stone Faulds
The small wood at the side of the entrance had been partially cleared and the fencing renewed.
Red gate Short access road through the wood to the farmland beyond
Red gate
Short access road through the wood to the farmland beyond
Meadow View The minor road to the left goes to Stockwathdale.
Meadow View
The minor road to the left goes to Stockwathdale.
Swallows on telephone wires at East View Farm
Swallows on telephone wires at East View Farm
East View Farm
East View Farm
Farm yard at East View
Farm yard at East View
Bull beef - Keep out Unusual phraseology, but the message is clear
Bull beef - Keep out
Unusual phraseology, but the message is clear
Humps surrounding disused quarry It would be nice to see the ponds behind these mounds, but that would probably require a bit of trespassing.
Humps surrounding disused quarry
It would be nice to see the ponds behind these mounds, but that would probably require a bit of trespassing.
View across High Head Sculpture Valley A popular attraction created by sculptor Jonathan Stamper on his dairy farm, in the valley of the River Ive. More information available at the High Head website : <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://highheadsculpturevalley.co.uk/index.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://highheadsculpturevalley.co.uk/index.htm">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>
View across High Head Sculpture Valley
A popular attraction created by sculptor Jonathan Stamper on his dairy farm, in the valley of the River Ive. More information available at the High Head website : LinkExternal link
High Head Farm Not just a farm here, also an excellent contemporary art gallery, tearoom, farm shop and sculpture park. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://highheadsculpturevalley.co.uk/index.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://highheadsculpturevalley.co.uk/index.htm">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>
High Head Farm
Not just a farm here, also an excellent contemporary art gallery, tearoom, farm shop and sculpture park. LinkExternal link
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Broadfield Common is located at Grid Ref: NY4144 (Lat: 54.794665, Lng: -2.9091726)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Eden

Police Authority: Cumbria

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