Beckfoot

Settlement in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Beckfoot

B5300 west of Wolsty Hall
B5300 west of Wolsty Hall Credit: Colin Pyle

Beckfoot is a small village located in the county of Cumberland, in the northwest of England. Situated near the western coast of the country, it lies close to the town of Silloth and is part of the Allerdale district. With a population of around 300 residents, Beckfoot is a tight-knit community that offers a peaceful and tranquil environment.

The village is nestled amidst picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and scenic landscapes surrounding it. It is particularly known for its proximity to the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which attracts visitors from far and wide. The area offers stunning views of the Solway Firth, a large estuary that separates England from Scotland.

Beckfoot itself is primarily a residential area, with a scattering of traditional houses and cottages. The village also boasts a small primary school, providing education for the local children. While there are no major amenities in Beckfoot, residents have easy access to the nearby town of Silloth, which offers a range of shops, services, and leisure facilities.

The village is rich in history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to Roman times. The surrounding area is dotted with ancient ruins and landmarks, adding to the sense of heritage and charm. The local community takes pride in preserving their history and traditions, with occasional events and festivities celebrating the village's past.

Overall, Beckfoot is a quaint and idyllic village that offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking a slower pace of life, surrounded by natural beauty and steeped in history.

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Beckfoot Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.835354/-3.411507 or Grid Reference NY0949. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

B5300 west of Wolsty Hall
B5300 west of Wolsty Hall
Looking across the Solway Firth
Looking across the Solway Firth
Entering Beckfoot
Entering Beckfoot
Stubble field near Beckfoot
Stubble field near Beckfoot
Minor road junction with the B5300
Minor road junction with the B5300
B5300 coastal road Looking north - direction Silloth.
B5300 coastal road
Looking north - direction Silloth.
Entering Beckfoot Heading south west on the B5300 coastal road.
Entering Beckfoot
Heading south west on the B5300 coastal road.
The lane to New Mawbray Well, New Mawbray is what it said on the road sign. On the map it is called Newtown, with Mawbray itself about 2 miles further south, in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NY0846">NY0846</a>.
The lane to New Mawbray
Well, New Mawbray is what it said on the road sign. On the map it is called Newtown, with Mawbray itself about 2 miles further south, in NY0846.
Beach near Beckfoot
Beach near Beckfoot
B5300 passing Wolsty Bank
B5300 passing Wolsty Bank
Geese and buildings at New House Farm
Geese and buildings at New House Farm
Sand in the wind On a cool June day on the beach near Beckfoot, looking towards Silloth to the North, taken at low tide.
Sand in the wind
On a cool June day on the beach near Beckfoot, looking towards Silloth to the North, taken at low tide.
Direction Sign – Signpost Located on the south side of the t junction at New House, near Beckfoot in Holme St Cuthbert parish. 3 arms and pawn finial.

Milestone Society National ID: CU_NY0950
Direction Sign – Signpost
Located on the south side of the t junction at New House, near Beckfoot in Holme St Cuthbert parish. 3 arms and pawn finial. Milestone Society National ID: CU_NY0950
The beach south of Silloth. The sand is quite red in colour, and there are many red sandstone rocks on the beach.  This view is looking across towards Scotland.
The beach south of Silloth.
The sand is quite red in colour, and there are many red sandstone rocks on the beach. This view is looking across towards Scotland.
Beach and low dunes near Silloth
Beach and low dunes near Silloth
Sheep The mother was lame and had difficulty in keeping up with her two lambs
Sheep
The mother was lame and had difficulty in keeping up with her two lambs
The Solway Firth from Wolsty Looking across the wet sands with the tide out and across to Criffel in Kirkcudbrightshire.
The Solway Firth from Wolsty
Looking across the wet sands with the tide out and across to Criffel in Kirkcudbrightshire.
Wolsty Bank These grassy dunes are a nature reserve. A few houses in Beckfoot are visible beyond.
Wolsty Bank
These grassy dunes are a nature reserve. A few houses in Beckfoot are visible beyond.
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Beckfoot is located at Grid Ref: NY0949 (Lat: 54.835354, Lng: -3.411507)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Allerdale

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.835354,-3.411507
Post Box
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: CA7 99
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 54.8321899/-3.4144321
Bus Stop
Cemetery (N bound)
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Naptan Indicator: opp
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Naptan Street: B5300
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Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.8332455/-3.4135599
Bus Stop
Cemetery (S bound)
Naptan AtcoCode: 090002352227
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Cemetery (S bound)
Naptan Indicator: o/s
Naptan Landmark: o/s Cemetery
Naptan NaptanCode: cumadwpa
Naptan Street: B5300
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.8330015/-3.413676
Beckfoot
Is In: Cumbria
Place: village
Wikidata: Q4878702
Wikipedia: en:Beckfoot
Lat/Long: 54.8323169/-3.4130746
Site of a Roman Tower
Historic: yes
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.8332938/-3.4069116
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.8323521/-3.408802
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.832114/-3.410574
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.8318807/-3.4123294
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.8316043/-3.4142862
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.8329839/-3.4096267
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.8336503/-3.4104805
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.8348455/-3.4118557
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