Fishcarling Head

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Westmorland South Lakeland

England

Fishcarling Head

Milnthorpe market In Milnthorpe, Friday is market day.
Milnthorpe market Credit: Phil and Juliette Platt

Fishcarling Head is a prominent headland located in Westmorland, a coastal county in the northwestern region of England. Situated along the picturesque coastline, it offers breathtaking views of the Irish Sea and is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

The headland is characterized by its rugged cliffs, which rise dramatically from the sea, providing a stunning backdrop for nature enthusiasts and photographers. The cliffs are composed of sedimentary rock, showcasing layers of different geological formations that have been shaped by the relentless forces of erosion over millions of years.

At the top of Fishcarling Head, there is a grassy plateau that offers a vantage point for visitors to take in the panoramic vistas of the surrounding coastline. On clear days, it is possible to see as far as the Isle of Man, adding to the allure of this coastal feature.

The area surrounding Fishcarling Head is abundant in marine life, making it a haven for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts. Seabirds such as gulls, puffins, and cormorants can be observed nesting in the cliffs, while seals and dolphins are frequently spotted swimming in the waters below.

Access to Fishcarling Head is facilitated by a well-maintained footpath that leads visitors through a scenic coastal landscape. The headland is easily accessible by car or public transportation, and parking facilities are available nearby.

Overall, Fishcarling Head offers a unique combination of geological beauty, stunning coastal views, and abundant wildlife, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts in Westmorland.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.234013/-2.793551 or Grid Reference SD4882. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Milnthorpe market In Milnthorpe, Friday is market day.
Milnthorpe market
In Milnthorpe, Friday is market day.
From the steps of St. Thomas' Looking down at the market square in Milnthorpe.
From the steps of St. Thomas'
Looking down at the market square in Milnthorpe.
Barn in Milnthorpe In grassland north of the town centre.
Barn in Milnthorpe
In grassland north of the town centre.
View of the Kent estuary From St. Anthony's Hill, Milnthorpe.
View of the Kent estuary
From St. Anthony's Hill, Milnthorpe.
Portion of Anglian cross, St Peter's Church, Heversham Located inside the porch is the partial shaft of this cross which could be as early as 7th century.
Portion of Anglian cross, St Peter's Church, Heversham
Located inside the porch is the partial shaft of this cross which could be as early as 7th century.
Parish chest, St Peter's Church, Heversham A printed note nearby states:
'Parish chest c. 1400
Formerly in the vestry - it is the only piece of furniture to survive the fire of 1601. It was used as a strong box by parishioners until c. 1900. It is the largest and oldest Parish chest in Westmorland'.
Parish chest, St Peter's Church, Heversham
A printed note nearby states: 'Parish chest c. 1400 Formerly in the vestry - it is the only piece of furniture to survive the fire of 1601. It was used as a strong box by parishioners until c. 1900. It is the largest and oldest Parish chest in Westmorland'.
Park Road Flats on Park Road.
Park Road
Flats on Park Road.
Middle Foulshaw Middle Foulshaw Farm.
Middle Foulshaw
Middle Foulshaw Farm.
Storth Builders Merchants in Storth.
Storth
Builders Merchants in Storth.
The Ship Inn, Sandside
The Ship Inn, Sandside
Sign for the Ship Inn, Sandside
Sign for the Ship Inn, Sandside
Sands at Sandside The channel seems to have shifted from the position on the map, allowing easy access at low tide.
Sands at Sandside
The channel seems to have shifted from the position on the map, allowing easy access at low tide.
Restaurant on Park Road, Sandside
Restaurant on Park Road, Sandside
Bungalow on Park Road (B5292)
Bungalow on Park Road (B5292)
The River Bela From Milnthorpe Bridge.
The River Bela
From Milnthorpe Bridge.
Coastal grazing off Marsh Road
Coastal grazing off Marsh Road
Farm buildings, Marsh Farm
Farm buildings, Marsh Farm
College Green
College Green
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Fishcarling Head is located at Grid Ref: SD4882 (Lat: 54.234013, Lng: -2.793551)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Located within 500m of 54.234013,-2.793551
Source: PGS
Lat/Long: 54.2362628/-2.7975674
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 54.2365186/-2.7913775
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 54.2379531/-2.7918202
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 54.2349539/-2.7909024
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 54.2340231/-2.7906165
Fishcarling Head
Natural: cape
Lat/Long: 54.2334889/-2.7954292
Passing Place
Lat/Long: 54.2315376/-2.7884841
Barrier: entrance
Lat/Long: 54.2379901/-2.79165
Barrier: entrance
Lat/Long: 54.2379529/-2.7916386
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