Fishing Rock

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Cumberland Copeland

England

Fishing Rock

A595 at Parton Brow
A595 at Parton Brow Credit: Colin Pyle

Fishing Rock, located in Cumberland, is a prominent coastal feature that stands as a headland and point along the coastline. This majestic rock formation is situated on the eastern coast of Cumberland County, in the northeastern region of the United States. With its picturesque location, it has become a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

Fishing Rock is characterized by its towering cliffs, which jut out into the Atlantic Ocean. The rock is composed of sedimentary layers that have been shaped over millions of years by the constant erosion caused by wind and waves. Its unique geological structure has made it a significant landmark in the area.

The name "Fishing Rock" is derived from its historical association with the local fishing industry. For generations, fishermen have utilized this headland as a vantage point for spotting schools of fish and navigating their boats. The rock's strategic location offers an unobstructed view of the surrounding waters, making it an ideal spot for anglers to cast their lines.

Aside from its fishing significance, Fishing Rock also serves as a natural habitat for various marine species. The rock's rocky crevices and tidal pools provide shelter and food for a diverse array of marine life, including crabs, barnacles, and small fish.

Overall, Fishing Rock in Cumberland stands as a magnificent coastal feature, serving as a headland and point that offers not only breathtaking views but also plays a crucial role in the local fishing industry and provides a thriving ecosystem for marine organisms.

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Fishing Rock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.567456/-3.5841988 or Grid Reference NX9720. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A595 at Parton Brow
A595 at Parton Brow
A595 north of Parton
A595 north of Parton
Tanyard Bay Class 156 number 156471 forming the 14.38 train from Whitehaven to Carlisle rounds Tanyard Bay on the approach to Parton.
Tanyard Bay
Class 156 number 156471 forming the 14.38 train from Whitehaven to Carlisle rounds Tanyard Bay on the approach to Parton.
Bridge number 10 Parton was originally a fishing community and it was cut off from the sea when the Whitehaven Junction Railway was opened in 1847.  Several small bridges were constructed to allow passage from the village to the shore.  This one is bridge number 10, with the national identifier CBC2/10 (Carnforth-Barrow-Carlisle section 2 bridge number 10).
The signal number BY22R is for the down (northbound) line towards Carlisle and is controlled from Bransty Signalbox at Whitehaven.  The signal head is angled to allow adequate sighting on this sharply curved section of track.
Bridge number 10
Parton was originally a fishing community and it was cut off from the sea when the Whitehaven Junction Railway was opened in 1847. Several small bridges were constructed to allow passage from the village to the shore. This one is bridge number 10, with the national identifier CBC2/10 (Carnforth-Barrow-Carlisle section 2 bridge number 10). The signal number BY22R is for the down (northbound) line towards Carlisle and is controlled from Bransty Signalbox at Whitehaven. The signal head is angled to allow adequate sighting on this sharply curved section of track.
St Bridget's Church, Moresby St Bridget's is the parish church of Moresby, located near Moresby Hall, just north of Parton. The present church was built in 1822, replacing an earlier 13th century church here - the ancient chancel arch of the old church stands in the churchyard. The church is on the site of a former Roman camp, known as Gabrosentum. St Bridget's Church is Grade II listed on the National Heritage List for England.
St Bridget's Church, Moresby
St Bridget's is the parish church of Moresby, located near Moresby Hall, just north of Parton. The present church was built in 1822, replacing an earlier 13th century church here - the ancient chancel arch of the old church stands in the churchyard. The church is on the site of a former Roman camp, known as Gabrosentum. St Bridget's Church is Grade II listed on the National Heritage List for England.
Old Milestone by A595, East of Police Station; 50m West Brewery Bottom Recently restored 
The Milestone is located on grass verge on the North of the road.  Parish of Parton (Copeland District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Whitehaven plate stone design, erected by the Whitehaven turnpike trust in the 19th Century. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5623131" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5623131">Link</a> 

Inscription reads:- TO WORKINGTON / 6 MILES : : TO WHITEHAVEN / 2 MILES  Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1312397 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1312397" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1312397">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> 

Milestone Society National ID: CU_WHWO02
Old Milestone by A595, East of Police Station; 50m West Brewery Bottom
Recently restored The Milestone is located on grass verge on the North of the road.  Parish of Parton (Copeland District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Whitehaven plate stone design, erected by the Whitehaven turnpike trust in the 19th Century. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link  Inscription reads:- TO WORKINGTON / 6 MILES : : TO WHITEHAVEN / 2 MILES Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1312397 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: CU_WHWO02
St. Bridgets Church and Site of Roman Moresby Fort, Parton Moresby Roman Fort was built probably built after 130AD by 20th Legion.

The Chancel arch (Right of  Current Church) dates from a former medieval church. Probably C13.
St. Bridgets Church and Site of Roman Moresby Fort, Parton
Moresby Roman Fort was built probably built after 130AD by 20th Legion. The Chancel arch (Right of Current Church) dates from a former medieval church. Probably C13.
St Bridget's Church, Moresby
St Bridget's Church, Moresby
Low Moresby (road) towards the A595
Low Moresby (road) towards the A595
All that remains of old church at Moresby Built upon the site of an old Roman fort
All that remains of old church at Moresby
Built upon the site of an old Roman fort
St. Bridget's church at Moresby
St. Bridget's church at Moresby
Parton railway station, Cumbria Opened in 1847 by the Whitehaven Junction Railway (later part of the London & North Western Railway empire) on the line from Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle. View north towards Harrington and Carlisle.
Parton railway station, Cumbria
Opened in 1847 by the Whitehaven Junction Railway (later part of the London & North Western Railway empire) on the line from Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle. View north towards Harrington and Carlisle.
Parton Milestone Grade II listed milestone beside the A595. "mid C19. Single sandstone block c2 ft high with chamfered top; square in plan, set diagonally to road. Painted white with rectangular
cast-iron plate to north face; border and raised sans-serif lettering picked out
in black: TO WHITEHAVEN 2 MILES. Plate missing from south face". The missing plate showed Workington 6 miles & Cockermouth 12 miles.
Parton Milestone
Grade II listed milestone beside the A595. "mid C19. Single sandstone block c2 ft high with chamfered top; square in plan, set diagonally to road. Painted white with rectangular cast-iron plate to north face; border and raised sans-serif lettering picked out in black: TO WHITEHAVEN 2 MILES. Plate missing from south face". The missing plate showed Workington 6 miles & Cockermouth 12 miles.
Parton station One of the stations you may not have heard of, and few people use. Near the rocky beach.
Parton station
One of the stations you may not have heard of, and few people use. Near the rocky beach.
Coastline between Cunning and Micklam Points
Coastline between Cunning and Micklam Points
Coastline at Parton
Coastline at Parton
Whitehaven Tunnel The north entrance of Whitehaven Tunnel; the end of the platform ramp of Platform 2 of Whitehaven Station (photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7109238">NX9718 : Platform 2, Whitehaven Station</a>) is visible in the right foreground (see also photographs <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2322384">NX9718 : Whitehaven Tunnel</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6862853">NX9718 : Air Shaft No.5, Whitehaven Tunnel</a>).
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.
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.
England Coast Path At this point the England Coast Path follows a minor road that runs along land previously occupied by railway tracks serving William Pit.  The substantial stone abutment supported a bridge over the Cumbrian Coast Line (originally the Whitehaven Junction Railway) which carried a tubway and a standard gauge railway track leading from William Pit to a spoil heap on the sea shore.
The Cumbrian Coast Line runs between the metal palisade fences.
England Coast Path
At this point the England Coast Path follows a minor road that runs along land previously occupied by railway tracks serving William Pit. The substantial stone abutment supported a bridge over the Cumbrian Coast Line (originally the Whitehaven Junction Railway) which carried a tubway and a standard gauge railway track leading from William Pit to a spoil heap on the sea shore. The Cumbrian Coast Line runs between the metal palisade fences.
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Fishing Rock is located at Grid Ref: NX9720 (Lat: 54.567456, Lng: -3.5841988)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Copeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

What 3 Words

///town.rates.remove. Near Whitehaven, Cumbria

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Parton
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Turning Circle
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Bus Stop
Briscoe Bank (S bound)
Bus: yes
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Bus: yes
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Bus Stop
Briscoe Crescent
Bus: yes
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Bench
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Telephone
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Post Box
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Bench
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Brisco Bank
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Seven Acres
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Train: yes
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Parton
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Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: outside St Bridget's C of E School
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
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