Briar Rigg

Settlement in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Briar Rigg

Greta in Fitz Park Looking along the River Greta.
Greta in Fitz Park Credit: DS Pugh

Briar Rigg is a small village located in the county of Cumberland, in the northwestern part of England. Situated in the picturesque Lake District National Park, it is surrounded by stunning natural beauty. The village is nestled between rolling hills and is known for its serene atmosphere and charming countryside views.

With a population of around 200 residents, Briar Rigg maintains a close-knit community feel. The village is characterized by traditional stone houses, some dating back several centuries, which add to its quaint and timeless appeal. The local architecture reflects the region's heritage and history.

The village offers a range of amenities to its residents and visitors. There is a small village shop that provides daily essentials, along with a cozy pub where locals gather for a friendly chat and visitors can enjoy a taste of the local cuisine. A primary school is also located within the village, providing education for the children in the area.

The surrounding area of Briar Rigg offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities. The village is near several walking and hiking trails, allowing visitors to explore the scenic beauty of the Lake District. Additionally, the nearby lakes and rivers provide opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water-based activities.

Briar Rigg is a peaceful and idyllic village that offers a retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its picturesque setting, sense of community, and access to the natural wonders of the Lake District make it a desirable destination for those seeking tranquility and a connection with nature.

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Briar Rigg Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.605541/-3.1321587 or Grid Reference NY2623. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Greta in Fitz Park Looking along the River Greta.
Greta in Fitz Park
Looking along the River Greta.
Sports pitches in Fitz Park Looking across the top of the cricket field in Fitz Park.
Sports pitches in Fitz Park
Looking across the top of the cricket field in Fitz Park.
Downstream along the Greta Looking down the river from Station Street.
Downstream along the Greta
Looking down the river from Station Street.
Greta from Station Street Looking downstream along the River Greta.
Greta from Station Street
Looking downstream along the River Greta.
Crazy golf in Hope Park Looking across some of the holes on the crazy golf course.
Crazy golf in Hope Park
Looking across some of the holes on the crazy golf course.
Rowing boats for hire A couple of rowing boats moored for hire near Keswick on Derwent Water.
Rowing boats for hire
A couple of rowing boats moored for hire near Keswick on Derwent Water.
Towards Derwent Isle Looking across to Derwent Isle from a rowing boat on Derwent Water.
Towards Derwent Isle
Looking across to Derwent Isle from a rowing boat on Derwent Water.
Northern edge of Lord's Island Looking towards Lord's Island from a rowing boat. The lake was very low, and I scraped the rowing boat along the mud from here and along the whole of the eastern side of Lord's Island until the boat refloated around here. A Derwent Water launch can be seen in the distance.
Northern edge of Lord's Island
Looking towards Lord's Island from a rowing boat. The lake was very low, and I scraped the rowing boat along the mud from here and along the whole of the eastern side of Lord's Island until the boat refloated around here. A Derwent Water launch can be seen in the distance.
Lord's Island On the right is Lord's Island viewed from a rowing boat. The lake was very low, and I scraped the rowing boat along the mud from here and along the whole of the eastern side of Lord's Island until the boat refloated around here.
Lord's Island
On the right is Lord's Island viewed from a rowing boat. The lake was very low, and I scraped the rowing boat along the mud from here and along the whole of the eastern side of Lord's Island until the boat refloated around here.
Strandshag Bay Looking towards the shore of Derwent Water from a rowing boat near Lord's Island.
Strandshag Bay
Looking towards the shore of Derwent Water from a rowing boat near Lord's Island.
Looking across Derwent Water A view over Derwent Water from a rowing boat near Lord's Island.
Looking across Derwent Water
A view over Derwent Water from a rowing boat near Lord's Island.
Hope Park Looking across some of the gardens in Hope Park.
Hope Park
Looking across some of the gardens in Hope Park.
Market Square Looking across Market Square in Keswick from beside the Moot Hall.
Market Square
Looking across Market Square in Keswick from beside the Moot Hall.
Bend in the Greta Looking upstream along the River Greta.
Bend in the Greta
Looking upstream along the River Greta.
Greta near Crossthwaite Road Looking downstream along the River Greta.
Greta near Crossthwaite Road
Looking downstream along the River Greta.
Downstream along the River Greta Looking along the river as it flows beside Crossthwaite Road.
Downstream along the River Greta
Looking along the river as it flows beside Crossthwaite Road.
Towards Crossthwaite Road Looking out of the car parks and Fitz Park onto Crossthwaite Road.
Towards Crossthwaite Road
Looking out of the car parks and Fitz Park onto Crossthwaite Road.
Path through Fitz Park Looking along a path from Crossthwaite Road through Fitz Park.
Path through Fitz Park
Looking along a path from Crossthwaite Road through Fitz Park.
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Briar Rigg is located at Grid Ref: NY2623 (Lat: 54.605541, Lng: -3.1321587)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Allerdale

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.605541,-3.1321587
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:45; Sa 11:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: CA12 276
Royal Cypher: GVIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102169
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 54.6020293/-3.1295217
Bus Stop
Fire Station
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 090002370667
Naptan Bearing: W
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Naptan CommonName: Fire Station
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Naptan LocalityCode: E0055490
Naptan NaptanCode: cumadwtw
Naptan Street: Penrith Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Ref: cumadwtw
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.6026916/-3.1275929
Bus Stop
Fire Station
Bench: no
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 090002370668
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan BusStopType: MKD
Naptan CommonName: Fire Station
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Fire Station
Naptan LocalityCode: E0055490
Naptan NaptanCode: cumagada
Naptan Street: Penrith Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Ref: cumagada
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 54.6028186/-3.1274726
Bus Stop
Leisure Centre (N bound)
Bus: yes
Local Ref: IN
Naptan AtcoCode: 090002373025
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Leisure Centre (N bound)
Naptan Indicator: in
Naptan Landmark: Brundholme Road
Naptan NaptanCode: cumagamp
Naptan Street: Brundholme Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.6046672/-3.1316264
Bus Stop
Leisure Centre (S bound)
Bus: yes
Local Ref: IN
Naptan AtcoCode: 090002373026
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Leisure Centre (S bound)
Naptan Indicator: in
Naptan Landmark: Brundholme Road
Naptan NaptanCode: cumagamt
Naptan Street: Brundholme Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.6047584/-3.1314895
Bus Stop
Briar Rigg o/s no. 12
Bus: yes
Local Ref: IN
Naptan AtcoCode: 090002373027
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Briar Rigg o/s no. 12
Naptan Indicator: in
Naptan Landmark: Spoonygreen Lane
Naptan NaptanCode: cumagamw
Naptan Street: Brundholme Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.6068311/-3.1356964
Bus Stop
Briar Rigg opp no. 13
Bus: yes
Local Ref: IN
Naptan AtcoCode: 090002373028
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Briar Rigg opp no. 13
Naptan Indicator: in
Naptan Landmark: Spoonygreen Lane
Naptan NaptanCode: cumagapa
Naptan Street: Brundholme Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.6069674/-3.1355299
Bus Stop
Greta Bank
Bench: no
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Lit: no
Local Ref: AT
Naptan AtcoCode: 090002374210
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan BusStopType: MKD
Naptan CommonName: Greta Bank
Naptan Indicator: at
Naptan Landmark: War Memorial
Naptan LocalityCode: E0055490
Naptan NaptanCode: cumdpwda
Naptan Street: Penrith Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Ref: cumdpwda
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 54.6014123/-3.1334326
Disused Amenity: toilets
Lat/Long: 54.6039521/-3.1308759
Bench
Lat/Long: 54.6039888/-3.1312414
Cafe
Cafe West
Addr Housename: Keswick Museum
Addr Street: Station Road
Lat/Long: 54.6031044/-3.1331548
Recycling
Location: overground
Recycling Batteries: no
Recycling Books: yes
Recycling Cans: yes
Recycling Cardboard: yes
Recycling Clothes: yes
Recycling Electrical Appliances: no
Recycling Glass: no
Recycling Glass Bottles: yes
Recycling Green Waste: no
Recycling Magazines: yes
Recycling Newspaper: yes
Recycling Paper: yes
Recycling Paper Packaging: yes
Recycling Plastic: no
Recycling Plastic Bottles: yes
Recycling Plastic Packaging: no
Recycling Scrap Metal: no
Recycling Small Appliances: no
Recycling Waste: no
Recycling Wood: no
Recycling Type: container
Source: Observation - I live nearby
Lat/Long: 54.602227/-3.1364968
Crossing: informal
Lat/Long: 54.6055759/-3.1317318
Greta Bank
Bus: yes
Public Transport: stop_position
Lat/Long: 54.601355/-3.1333946
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 54.6064662/-3.1360342
Source: estimate
Lat/Long: 54.601896/-3.1340212
Addr Housename: Rowanrigg
Lat/Long: 54.6048443/-3.1330617
Addr Housename: Whitecraggs
Lat/Long: 54.6047714/-3.1326406
Addr Housenumber: 7
Lat/Long: 54.6023585/-3.1368853
Addr Housename: Briar
Lat/Long: 54.6051675/-3.1324609
Addr Housenumber: 19
Lat/Long: 54.6025511/-3.1367405
Addr Housename: Methera
Lat/Long: 54.6049734/-3.1325735
Addr Housenumber: 23
Lat/Long: 54.6056304/-3.1347649
Addr Housenumber: 33
Lat/Long: 54.6059086/-3.1344698
Addr Housenumber: 29
Lat/Long: 54.605542/-3.1340836
Addr Housename: Briar Rigg House
Lat/Long: 54.6057423/-3.1331314
Addr Housenumber: 30
Lat/Long: 54.6056864/-3.1339388
Addr Housename: Long
Lat/Long: 54.6050355/-3.1334479
Addr Housenumber: 31
Lat/Long: 54.605792/-3.1339683
Addr Housenumber: 28
Lat/Long: 54.60543/-3.1340729
Addr Housenumber: 32
Lat/Long: 54.6058838/-3.1342016
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:00; Sa 11:00
Note: "From 15th September 2014, the final collection will be made no earlier than 9:00am Monday to Friday and 07:00am on Saturday."
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: CA12 312
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 54.606572/-3.1346322
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:00; Sa 11:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: CA12 137
Royal Cypher: GVIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102169
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 54.60373/-3.1305138
Historic: memorial
Memorial: war_memorial
Lat/Long: 54.6013177/-3.1342422
Two Chimneys
Addr City: Keswick
Addr Housenumber: 2
Addr Postcode: CA12 4JN
Addr Street: Low Brigham
Phone: +44 1768 775859
Tourism: guest_house
Website: https://www.twochimneys-keswick.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 54.6031184/-3.125818
Telephone
Booth: KX100
Covered: booth
Lat/Long: 54.6031608/-3.1261595
Cragside
Addr City: Keswick
Addr Housenumber: 39
Addr Postcode: CA12 4HX
Addr Street: Blencathra Street
Phone: +44 17687 73344
Tourism: guest_house
Website: https://www.cragside-keswick.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 54.6013728/-3.129459
Addr Housename: Buttermere Cottage
Addr Street: Penrith Road
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 54.6019582/-3.1302716
Addr Housename: Crummock Cottage
Addr Street: Penrith Road
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 54.6020002/-3.1301391
Addr Housename: Ennerdale Cottage
Addr Street: Penrith Road
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 54.6020411/-3.1299789
Addr Housename: Lee Terrace
Addr Street: Penrith Road
Fixme: approximate
Lat/Long: 54.6020918/-3.1298144
Cumbria Army Cadet Force
Building: yes
Fixme: approximate; incomplete
Lat/Long: 54.6032375/-3.1260557
Entrance: main
Lat/Long: 54.6038451/-3.1320505
Bench
Lat/Long: 54.6037958/-3.1319296
Bench
Lat/Long: 54.6038797/-3.13214
Fire Station
Bus: yes
Public Transport: stop_position
Lat/Long: 54.6027458/-3.1276378
Fire Station
Bus: yes
Public Transport: stop_position
Lat/Long: 54.6028043/-3.1274644
Entrance: main
Lat/Long: 54.6020934/-3.135038
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 54.6021361/-3.1337557
Bicycle Parking
Access: yes
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 10
Covered: no
Fee: no
Lat/Long: 54.6032078/-3.1330716
Traffic Calming: island
Lat/Long: 54.6019416/-3.1367439
Keswick
Historic Railway: station
Railway: site
Wikidata: Q6395286
Wikipedia: en:Keswick railway station
Lat/Long: 54.6038815/-3.1305576
Cafe
YHA Cafe
Addr City: Keswick
Addr Housename: YHA Keswick
Addr Postcode: CA12 5LH
Addr Street: Station Road
Branch: Keswick
Brand Wikidata: Q8059214
Brand Wikipedia: en:Youth Hostels Association (England & Wales)
Delivery: no
Email: keswick@yha.org.uk
Fhrs Id: 268235
Highchair: yes
Internet Access: yes
Internet Access Fee: no
Level: 0
Note: Open to the Public
Opening Hours: Mo-Su 07:00-23:00
Outdoor Seating: no
Phone: +44 345 371 9746
Ref Vatin: GB856420717
Smoking: no
Takeaway: yes
Website: https://www.yha.org.uk/hostel/yha-keswick
Wheelchair: no
Wikidata: Q8059214
Wikimedia Commons: File:Keswick_Youth_Hostel_-_geograph.org.uk_-_510169.jpg
Wikipedia: en:Youth Hostels Association (England & Wales)
Lat/Long: 54.6020602/-3.1350172
Bench
Lat/Long: 54.6036588/-3.1367905
Bench
Lat/Long: 54.604907/-3.13786
Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 54.6052824/-3.135635
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 54.602639/-3.1323744
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 54.6023215/-3.1301711
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 54.6026471/-3.1313731
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 54.6026778/-3.1319494
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 54.6025864/-3.1307793
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 54.6026048/-3.1310485
Sir John Bankes
Historic: memorial
Memorial: bust
Lat/Long: 54.6026098/-3.1325917
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 54.6026514/-3.1321974
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 54.6026478/-3.1322745
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 54.6026696/-3.1320832
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 54.602412/-3.1298868
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 54.6025361/-3.130345
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 54.6027643/-3.1314491
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 54.6023273/-3.1326964
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 54.6022807/-3.132679
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 54.602123/-3.1326282
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 54.6020773/-3.1326104
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 54.6014888/-3.1340056
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 54.6014513/-3.134
Hiking: yes
Information: guidepost
Source: GPS
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.6069493/-3.1353816
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 54.6040165/-3.1338308
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 54.6038162/-3.1336599
Backrest: no
Covered: no
Leisure: picnic_table
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 54.6035882/-3.1333102
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 54.6038179/-3.1336122
Backrest: no
Covered: no
Leisure: picnic_table
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 54.6035775/-3.1335172
Backrest: no
Covered: no
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 54.6039334/-3.1338659
Toilets
Access: yes
Toilets Type: mobile
Unisex: yes
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 54.604102/-3.130811
Waste Basket
Waste: trash
Lat/Long: 54.6033062/-3.1371175
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood+metal
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 54.6064783/-3.137339
Street Lamp
Lamp Mount: bent_mast
Lamp Type: electric
Ref: 491
Lat/Long: 54.60299/-3.1378718
Bench
Lat/Long: 54.6056609/-3.1371106
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 3
Lat/Long: 54.6046251/-3.1385937
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 3
Lat/Long: 54.6047191/-3.1380168
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 3
Lat/Long: 54.6034413/-3.1359545
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 3
Lat/Long: 54.6046938/-3.1381853
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 3
Lat/Long: 54.6033342/-3.1358993
Latrigg Woods
Board Type: nature
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.6095536/-3.130787
The Makers Mill
Opening Hours: Th-Su 10:00-16:00
Shop: art
Website: https://www.themakersmill.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 54.6025657/-3.1359361
Bar
The Fox Tap
Opening Hours: Tu-Sa 14:00-19:00
Lat/Long: 54.6018822/-3.1354182
Bicycle Repair Station
Fee: no
Opening Hours: 24/7
Lat/Long: 54.6025574/-3.1327593
Information: map
Map Size: park
Map Type: yes
Operator: Upper Fitz Park Keswick
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.6025688/-3.1327672
Bicycle Parking
Access: yes
Bicycle Parking: wall_loops
Capacity: 5
Covered: no
Fee: no
Operator: Upper Fitz Park Keswick
Lat/Long: 54.6025495/-3.1327483
Defibrillator
Defibrillator Location: outside Keswick Fire Station
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 54.6025921/-3.1275388
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 54.6012778/-3.1345372
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 54.6023258/-3.1358739
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 4
Lat/Long: 54.6014479/-3.133626
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6065829/-3.1275417
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