Hensingham

Settlement in Cumberland Copeland

England

Hensingham

B5345 Low Road at Cemetery Lodge Credit: Colin Pyle

Hensingham is a small village located in the county of Cumberland, in the northwest of England. Situated approximately 2 miles from the town of Whitehaven, Hensingham is a rural community with a population of around 4,000 residents.

The village is known for its picturesque countryside, characterized by rolling hills and fields, making it an ideal location for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling. The area is dotted with traditional stone houses and farms, giving it a charming and quaint atmosphere.

Although small in size, Hensingham boasts a range of amenities and services for its residents. These include a primary school, a community center, a post office, and a few local shops. The village is also home to a historic church, St. John's, which dates back to the 12th century and is a significant architectural landmark in the area.

Hensingham benefits from its proximity to the town of Whitehaven, where residents have access to a wider range of facilities, including secondary schools, supermarkets, and leisure centers. Whitehaven also provides employment opportunities for many residents of Hensingham, with its thriving tourism industry and various industries such as healthcare and engineering.

Overall, Hensingham offers a peaceful and close-knit community in a beautiful rural setting, while still providing easy access to the amenities and opportunities of nearby Whitehaven.

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Hensingham Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.538803/-3.569564 or Grid Reference NX9817. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

B5345 Low Road at Cemetery Lodge

Colin Pyle

Swingpump Lane, Whitehaven

Colin Pyle

Whitehaven Tunnel

The north entrance of Whitehaven Tunnel; the end of the platform ramp of Platform 2 of Whitehaven Station (photograph NX9718 : Platform 2, Whitehaven Station) is visible in the right foreground (see also photographs NX9718 : Whitehaven Tunnel and NX9718 : Air Shaft No.5, Whitehaven Tunnel). The small antenna visible at the crown of the brick arch is to permit two way communication with trains in the tunnel. The England Coast Path and National Cycle Route 72 pass over the flat roofed section of the tunnel in the foreground.

Adrian Taylor

Platform 2, Whitehaven Station

Platform 2 at Whitehaven Station, formerly known as Whitehaven Bransty Station to distinguish it from Whitehaven Corkickle Station at the other end of Whitehaven Tunnel, the entrance of which is directly behind the photographer (see NX9718 : Whitehaven Tunnel). The 15 sign denotes a speed restriction of 15 miles per hour for down (northbound) trains through the sharply curved station platform.

Adrian Taylor

Leyland Olympian on Strand Street, Whitehaven

An Olympian in Northumbria livery and a familiar sight on the coast on the other side of the country in times gone by. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

Greater Manchester PTE Leyland National at Whitehaven Harbour

Dating from 1975 and owned by the SELNEC Preservation Society. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

'Best Bus Around' on West Strand, Whitehaven

A Leyland National 2 on West Strand near Whitehaven Harbour resplendent in Strathtay Scottish livery. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

Suburban Express at Whitehaven Harbour

Dating from 1973, the Suburban Express diverged away from the standard Leyland National design, with a high flat floor front to rear. Out of the two demonstrators produced, this is the sole survivor. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

A vintage pair of buses on West Strand, Whitehaven

A Leyland National Mk 1 (B) dating from 1979 and pictured here in Ribble livery. This vehicle was running timetabled trips to the former Leyland National factory at Lillyhall - rather nippy on the gradients heading up through Whitehaven and Distington! A Volvo Olympian in Cleveland Transit livery can be noted to the rear. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

Leyland National Mk 1 (B) by Whitehaven Harbour

Parked up by the harbour, I travelled on this vehicle the previous day for a tour to the former Leyland National factory at Lillyhall. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

Leyland National 'Super National'

Entering service in 1975, this was one of two Super Nationals booked for the Leyland National 50 event. The executive interior of the vehicle included a toilet compartment, cloakroom, servery, aircraft style seats with selectable audio, TV and video, radio telephone, on board mains generator and a Webasto heater. The vehicle was used on corporate hire work in Britain as well as mainland Europe, with famous passengers including Dolly Parton and Fleetwood Mac. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

Suburban Express display

A close up of the restoration display in the Leyland National Suburban Express at Whitehaven Harbourside. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

Duke Street, Whitehaven

An 1980s photo showing the coal conveyor(?) to the harbour looming over the town.

Simon Harmsworth

The Marina

View from West Strand

Kevin Waterhouse

St. Nicholas Church Tower, Whitehaven

St Nicholas' Church was originally built in 1693. In 1701 Mildred Warner Gale, grandmother of American President George Washington, was buried in the churchyard. The church was rebuilt in 1883. It consisted of a nave, chancel, side chapel, clerestory and west tower. On 31st August 1971 fire destroyed much of the nave and sanctuary. Rebuilding was initially considered but instead the church tower was fitted out as an auxiliary chapel and the rest demolished.

Brian Deegan

St. James Church, Whitehaven

Intersected Station Link

It stands in an elevated position overlooking the town. The church was built in 1752–53 at a cost of £3,400 (equivalent to £550,000 in 2021) Link

Brian Deegan

Standing Stones Trigpoint and Golf Course, Whitehaven

Easy road side Trig Link

near the golf course

Brian Deegan

Leyland National on Strand Street, Whitehaven

Formerly Cumbrian Motor Services 353, this Leyland National is celebrating its 50th birthday in 2023 and has been restored by Workington Transport Heritage Trust. The vehicle is seen here on a free passenger service during the first morning of the Leyland National 51 event.

James T M Towill

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Hensingham is located at Grid Ref: NX9817 (Lat: 54.538803, Lng: -3.569564)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Copeland

Police Authority: Cumbria