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Holker

Settlement in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

Holker

Holker Hall Gardens Viewed from an upstairs window of the Hall, which dates back to the early 1600s.
Holker Hall Gardens Credit: pam fray

Holker is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated in the South Lakeland district, it lies near the southern shores of the estuary of the River Leven. The village is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, with the Lake District National Park to the north and Morecambe Bay to the west.

Historically, Holker was part of the parish of Cartmel and was originally an agricultural village. Over time, it has evolved into a popular tourist destination due to its picturesque location and close proximity to the Lake District. The village is home to Holker Hall, a stately home that dates back to the 16th century. Holker Hall is renowned for its beautiful gardens, which attract visitors from near and far.

In addition to its natural attractions, Holker hosts various events throughout the year, including the Holker Garden Festival, which showcases horticulture and gardening expertise. The festival attracts gardening enthusiasts and experts from all over the country.

The village itself is small and charming, with a few local amenities such as a village shop and a pub. Surrounding the village are rolling hills and farmland, providing a peaceful and idyllic setting.

Overall, Holker is a quaint village in Lancashire that offers visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty of the Lake District while enjoying the tranquility of a rural setting.

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Holker Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.190501/-2.983882 or Grid Reference SD3577. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Holker Hall Gardens Viewed from an upstairs window of the Hall, which dates back to the early 1600s.
Holker Hall Gardens
Viewed from an upstairs window of the Hall, which dates back to the early 1600s.
Holker Hall Gardens The Summer Garden.
Holker Hall Gardens
The Summer Garden.
Holker Hall Gardens The Summer Garden.
Holker Hall Gardens
The Summer Garden.
Holker Hall and Gardens Viewed from the Summer Garden. The Hall dates back to the early 1600s.
Holker Hall and Gardens
Viewed from the Summer Garden. The Hall dates back to the early 1600s.
Holker Hall Gardens The fountain.
Holker Hall Gardens
The fountain.
Holker Hall Gardens The fountain with rainbow.
Holker Hall Gardens
The fountain with rainbow.
Holker Hall Gardens Seed heads of a clematis.
Holker Hall Gardens
Seed heads of a clematis.
Holker Hall Gardens Autumn crocus.
Holker Hall Gardens
Autumn crocus.
Holker Hall Gardens "Fairyland" area.
Holker Hall Gardens
"Fairyland" area.
The Labyrinth and Holker Hall Dating back to the early 1600s, Holker Hall has been home to the Preston, Lowther and Cavendish families. The New Wing was rebuilt after a disastrous fire in March 1871.
The Labyrinth and Holker Hall
Dating back to the early 1600s, Holker Hall has been home to the Preston, Lowther and Cavendish families. The New Wing was rebuilt after a disastrous fire in March 1871.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on No57 Main Street. It marks a point 12.137m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on No57 Main Street. It marks a point 12.137m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the south angle of St John's Church. It marks a point 15.241m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the south angle of St John's Church. It marks a point 15.241m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the Old School House. It marks a point 17.661m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the Old School House. It marks a point 17.661m above mean sea level.
Gorse bushes on How Barrow Hampsfell is in the background beyond the Cartmel Valley.
Gorse bushes on How Barrow
Hampsfell is in the background beyond the Cartmel Valley.
Track near Lower Birkby The track is a public footpath leading from Outlands to Walton Hall. In the background the cluster of trees on Mount Barnard or St. Bernard’s Mount are the few remaining of what was once a substantial beech hanger; a prominent and attractive landmark feature in views from the Furness Peninsula and Morecambe Bay areas. Storms in the 1970s started the destruction and subsequent neglect has reduced this woodland feature to the last few stragglers.
Track near Lower Birkby
The track is a public footpath leading from Outlands to Walton Hall. In the background the cluster of trees on Mount Barnard or St. Bernard’s Mount are the few remaining of what was once a substantial beech hanger; a prominent and attractive landmark feature in views from the Furness Peninsula and Morecambe Bay areas. Storms in the 1970s started the destruction and subsequent neglect has reduced this woodland feature to the last few stragglers.
Lane near High Bank Side The lane is a public bridleway to Cartmel village. The mixed deciduous and conifer woodland of Lane Park in the background has been clear felled and the timber stacked for removal.
Lane near High Bank Side
The lane is a public bridleway to Cartmel village. The mixed deciduous and conifer woodland of Lane Park in the background has been clear felled and the timber stacked for removal.
Track near Yaw Yeat Wood Although well inland this lane is the route of the Cumbria Coastal Way and currently forms a link between sections of the England Coast Path.
Track near Yaw Yeat Wood
Although well inland this lane is the route of the Cumbria Coastal Way and currently forms a link between sections of the England Coast Path.
Main Street, Flookburgh The old post office is included in this view. There do not appear to be any shops or traders along Main Street now, except at the eastern end (village centre).
Main Street, Flookburgh
The old post office is included in this view. There do not appear to be any shops or traders along Main Street now, except at the eastern end (village centre).
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Holker is located at Grid Ref: SD3577 (Lat: 54.190501, Lng: -2.983882)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Located within 500m of 54.190501,-2.983882
Holker Hall
Naptan AtcoCode: 090079322377
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Holker Hall
Naptan Indicator: o/s
Naptan Landmark: o/s Main Gate for Holker Hall
Naptan NaptanCode: cumdjdta
Naptan Street: B5278
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.1884687/-2.9816837
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Toilets
Lat/Long: 54.1875457/-2.9824241
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Toilets
Lat/Long: 54.1879884/-2.982737
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Post Box
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: LA11 139
Royal Cypher: VR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102356
Lat/Long: 54.1866018/-2.9810203
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