Barugh

Settlement in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Barugh

Blaithwaite House driveway In early May the trees are coming in to leaf and have not yet achieved their darker summer green. — Blaithwaite House driveway Credit: Adrian Taylor

Barugh is a small village located in the county of Cumberland, England. It is situated in the picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and green fields. The village is part of the larger civil parish of Barugh, which includes several other nearby hamlets.

In terms of size, Barugh is relatively small, with a population of around 200 residents. The village is characterized by its charming, traditional architecture, with many houses dating back several centuries. The centerpiece of Barugh is the St. Michael and All Angels Church, a beautiful medieval structure that stands as a testament to the village's rich history.

Despite its small size, Barugh offers a range of amenities for its residents. There is a local pub, The Barugh Green Inn, where locals can gather for a pint or enjoy a meal. The village also has a primary school, providing education for the younger residents.

The surrounding area is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, with numerous walking and cycling trails crisscrossing the countryside. The picturesque landscape is dotted with farms and offers breathtaking views at every turn.

Barugh is well-connected to the nearby towns and cities, with good road links allowing for easy access to amenities and services. The village provides a peaceful and tranquil living environment, perfect for those seeking a rural escape.

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Barugh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.808118/-3.2106806 or Grid Reference NY2246. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Blaithwaite House driveway

In early May the trees are coming in to leaf and have not yet achieved their darker summer green.

Adrian Taylor

Benchmark, Woodrow House

Detail of the Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the north face, north east corner of Woodrow House. The benchmark marks a height of 58.8645m above mean sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last verified in 1971.

Adrian Taylor

Toll Bar Cottage

At the cross roads but without the usual jutting out toll booth windows that allow the view along the road

Kevin Waterhouse

Railway heading towards Aspatria

View from Barugh rail bridge

Kevin Waterhouse

Railway heading towards Wigton

View from the Barugh rail bridge

Kevin Waterhouse

Woodrow Hall

View across the fields of the property that has outbuildings without roof tiles and at the other extreme solar panels on the house roof

Kevin Waterhouse

Old Milestone by the A596 in Waverton

Carved stone post by the A596, in parish of WAVERTON (ALLERDALE District), North side of village, by a farm house, in pavement with back to low stone wall with garden hedge, on North side of road. Wigton curved red stone, erected by the Cockermouth & Maryport turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- WORKINGTON 21 WIGTON 2 Carved benchmark and rivet on top. Milestone Society National ID: CU_WGWO02

Barbara Todd

Old Milestone by the A596, southwest of Wigton

Carved stone post by the A596, in parish of Bromfield (Allerdale District), North of Aikbank, on grass verge, on North side of road. Wigton curved red stone, erected by the Cockermouth & Maryport turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- WORKINGTON 20 WIGTON 3 Rivet benchmark on top. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: CU_WGWO03

Barbara Todd

Benchmark on NE face, east angle of Christ Church

Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark levelled at 38.355m above Newlyn Datum verified 1970

Roger Templeman

Christ Church at western quadrant of crossroads in Waverton

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark NY2247 : Benchmark on NE face, east angle of Christ Church on the near corner, right hand face, of the church

Roger Templeman

Toll Bar Cottage on north side of A596

A benchmark was levelled on the toll house at 131.219 feet above Liverpool Datum as Mark 332 during the 1843-1844 Kendal to Carlisle 1GL Survey. The surveyor's description was 'Mark on South-east corner of Waverton Toll-house ; 6.48 ft above surface'. The mark is also shown on the 1892-1914 25" Map when the building was described as a post office. The building has Milestone Society National ID: CB.WAV

Roger Templeman

Milestone with benchmark on top on north side of A596

Ordnance Survey rivet benchmark levelled at 33.073m above Newlyn Datum verified 1970. The mark was previously levelled at 106.712 feet above Liverpool Datum as Mark 330 during the 1843/4 Kendal to Carlisle 1GL Survey. The surveyor's description was 'Mark on top of the 2d milestone from Wigton ; 2.76 ft. above surface'

Roger Templeman

A596 heading west through Waverton

There is a milestone NY2247 : Milestone with benchmark on top on north side of A596 against the boundary wall of Milestone Cottage on the right hand side of the road

Roger Templeman