Blackbank

Settlement in Cumberland Carlisle

England

Blackbank

Sheep in a field near Gretna Sheep grazing on the English side of the border. — Sheep in a field near Gretna Credit: David Dixon

Blackbank is a small village located in the county of Cumberland, England. Situated in the picturesque countryside, it lies approximately 10 miles southwest of the city of Carlisle. The village is nestled in a valley surrounded by lush green hills, providing a picturesque and serene setting for its inhabitants.

Blackbank has a rich history that dates back centuries. It was originally a farming community, with agriculture being the main source of livelihood for its residents. Over the years, the village has expanded and developed, but it has managed to retain its rural charm and character.

The heart of Blackbank is its village square, which is lined with a few local shops, a traditional pub, and a village hall. The pub, known as The Black Swan, is a popular meeting place for locals and visitors alike, offering a warm and friendly atmosphere and serving traditional English food and ales.

The surrounding countryside offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities, making Blackbank an attractive destination for nature enthusiasts. There are several walking and cycling trails that wind through the rolling hills, providing breathtaking views of the landscape. Additionally, the nearby River Eden offers opportunities for fishing and boating.

Despite its small size, Blackbank has a strong sense of community, hosting various events and festivals throughout the year. The villagers take great pride in their close-knit community and work together to maintain the village's unique charm.

Overall, Blackbank, Cumberland is a delightful village that offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle, surrounded by natural beauty and a strong sense of community.

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Blackbank Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.99763/-3.0201962 or Grid Reference NY3467. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sheep in a field near Gretna

Sheep grazing on the English side of the border.

David Dixon

M6 approaching Guards Mill Bridge

Alpin Stewart

Almost in Scotland

Having left the M6 at Junction 45 and turned onto the B7076, we are now only about 350 yards away from the England/Scotland border at Gretna. The Solway Firth is just visible above the hedge.

David Dixon

Green Mill Road

Entrance to Green Mill Road off the A6071 Longtown.

Steve Houldsworth

Drainage ditch

Situated off the A6071 on the left just past Green Mill Road as you head towards Gretna Green.

Steve Houldsworth

Gateway A6071

What looks like a gateway to a logging track situated off the A6071. Woodland has recently been cleared from this site.

Steve Houldsworth

Course of old railway south of Gretna

This appears on hardly any maps, but a 1" OS map of 1925 shows a single track railway leaving the Gretna branch at about the right-hand edge of this view. It passes under the West Coast main line and south of Gretna village, where a couple of establishments of some sort are served. It then eventually joins up with the Glasgow and South Western line west of Eastriggs, about where the current military junction is. This was a military railway serving the widely spread areas of the WWI Gretna ordnance factory.

Robin Webster

Bus shelter at junction to Blackbank from A6071

Roger Templeman

Benchmark on Plump Bridge

Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark levelled at 13.748m above Newlyn Datum verified 1974

Roger Templeman

Northern parapet of Plump Bridge beside old road at approach to Plumpe Farm

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark NY3368 : Benchmark on Plump Bridge on the road face of the parapet at its far end

Roger Templeman

Royal Bank of Scotland milepost on north side of road west of Plumpe Farm

The post indicates Gretna Green 1, Gretna 1½, Carlisle 11, on National Cycle Network Route 7

Roger Templeman

Benchmark on top of milestone indicating 11 miles to Carlisle

Ordnance Survey pivot benchmark levelled at 26.651m above Newlyn Datum verified 1974.

Roger Templeman

Carlisle 11 milestone on north side of road west of Mill Hill

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark NY3367 : Benchmark on top of milestone indicating 11 miles to Carlisle on top of the milestone

Roger Templeman

Gretna Loaning heading towards Longtown at Mill Hill

There is an old milestone NY3367 : Carlisle 11 milestone on north side of road west of Mill Hill on the verge at the left hand side of the image

Roger Templeman

Sheep in field between minor road east of Mill Hill and A6071

Roger Templeman

Sheep and tree in field between Gretna Loaning and Borders east of Mill Hill

Luke Shaw

Sark Bridge taking old road over River Sark at Scotland / England border

Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark was levelled at 51.106 feet above Liverpool Datum during the 1GL Carlisle to Sark Bridge, through Longtown Survey of 1844-1845 on the left hand parapet of the bridge. The surveyor's description was 'No. 32 Bolt in North pier of Sark Bridge, at boundary of England and Scotland ; 2.18 ft. below mark on top of battlement'

Roger Templeman