Dunnerdale

Settlement in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

Dunnerdale

Building at Seathwaite
Building at Seathwaite Credit: P Gaskell

Dunnerdale is a picturesque valley located in the southern part of the county of Lancashire, England. Nestled within the Lake District National Park, it is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil surroundings. The valley is situated between the larger towns of Broughton-in-Furness and Ulverston, and is primarily accessed via a scenic route known as the Duddon Valley Road.

Dunnerdale is characterized by its rolling hills, lush green pastures, and enchanting woodlands. The River Duddon, which runs through the valley, adds to its charm and provides a serene backdrop for visitors. The area is popular among hikers, nature enthusiasts, and those seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The valley is dotted with small hamlets and scattered farmhouses, giving it a rural and idyllic atmosphere. The local community is tight-knit and friendly, with residents often engaging in agricultural activities and maintaining the traditional way of life. The valley's rich history can be traced back to ancient times, with remnants of old settlements and stone circles still visible in certain areas.

Outdoor activities are abundant in Dunnerdale, with numerous walking trails and cycling routes offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The valley also provides opportunities for fishing, birdwatching, and wildlife spotting, with an array of flora and fauna to be discovered.

Dunnerdale is a hidden gem within Lancashire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature and experience the tranquility of rural life. Its unspoiled landscapes and welcoming atmosphere make it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Lake District.

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Dunnerdale Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.347739/-3.2112442 or Grid Reference SD2195. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Building at Seathwaite
Building at Seathwaite
Vernacular farm building at Hall Dunnerdale
Vernacular farm building at Hall Dunnerdale
Vernacular farm building at The Crook
Vernacular farm building at The Crook
Site of Commonwood Quarries For more information see Heritagegateway.org.uk <<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?resourceID=801&uid=2887969" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?resourceID=801&uid=2887969">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> > [accessed 14 October 2023]

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Site of Commonwood Quarries
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Tales of a Tarmac Lane—Barn, Bend, and Blue Pipe A glimpse down a paved path leading to a leftward bend, featuring a stone barn sporting a slate roof, with its barn entrance sealed shut by corrugated steel. A conspicuous coil of blue water pipe leans nonchalently against the barn&amp;#039;s side wall.
Tales of a Tarmac Lane—Barn, Bend, and Blue Pipe
A glimpse down a paved path leading to a leftward bend, featuring a stone barn sporting a slate roof, with its barn entrance sealed shut by corrugated steel. A conspicuous coil of blue water pipe leans nonchalently against the barn's side wall.
Flanked by dry stone walls, a lane bearing the scar of road works
Flanked by dry stone walls, a lane bearing the scar of road works
Confluence of Tarn Beck with the River Duddon
Confluence of Tarn Beck with the River Duddon
Kiln Bank Looking down a small stream over Kiln Bank, with a view to Dunnerdale beyond in gentle, afternoon light with lengthening shadows.
Kiln Bank
Looking down a small stream over Kiln Bank, with a view to Dunnerdale beyond in gentle, afternoon light with lengthening shadows.
Viewpoint, Kiln Bank A surprising, and welcome stopping place on the steep road across the Dunnerdale Fells.
Viewpoint, Kiln Bank
A surprising, and welcome stopping place on the steep road across the Dunnerdale Fells.
Footbridge over the River Duddon There are stepping stones a short distance downstream (to the right), but nobody in their right minds would risk them when this bridge, constructed in 1934, is available. The stones are large and often sloping, and a slip could easily result in a broken ankle, or worse.

For the acknowledgement to the bridge builder, see &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4699873&quot;&gt;SD2296 : River Duddon footbridge plaque&lt;/a&gt;.
Footbridge over the River Duddon
There are stepping stones a short distance downstream (to the right), but nobody in their right minds would risk them when this bridge, constructed in 1934, is available. The stones are large and often sloping, and a slip could easily result in a broken ankle, or worse. For the acknowledgement to the bridge builder, see SD2296 : River Duddon footbridge plaque.
River Duddon footbridge plaque The plaque on the bridge seen in &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4699863&quot;&gt;SD2296 : Footbridge over the River Duddon&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3796711&quot;&gt;SD2296 : Stone footbridge over River Duddon&lt;/a&gt;. 

If anyone can tell me who A.F. and R.A.F. are, I would be interested. In context, they are clearly not just &amp;#039;Air Force&amp;#039; and &amp;#039;Royal Air Force&amp;#039;.
River Duddon footbridge plaque
The plaque on the bridge seen in SD2296 : Footbridge over the River Duddon and SD2296 : Stone footbridge over River Duddon. If anyone can tell me who A.F. and R.A.F. are, I would be interested. In context, they are clearly not just 'Air Force' and 'Royal Air Force'.
Postbox on Hall Bridge An unusual spot for a postbox, on a bridge over the River Duddon, but presumably convenient for local residents (and the postman!). The box is seen in more detail in &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1806956&quot;&gt;SD2195 : Postbox, Hall Dunnerdale&lt;/a&gt;.
Postbox on Hall Bridge
An unusual spot for a postbox, on a bridge over the River Duddon, but presumably convenient for local residents (and the postman!). The box is seen in more detail in SD2195 : Postbox, Hall Dunnerdale.
River Duddon From the footbridge near High Wallowbarrow
River Duddon
From the footbridge near High Wallowbarrow
Rake Beck Lovely stream cascading through the woods
Rake Beck
Lovely stream cascading through the woods
Above Low Stoneythwaite On High Wallowbarrow. A house in a great setting.
Above Low Stoneythwaite
On High Wallowbarrow. A house in a great setting.
Wallowbarrow Crag Lichen on the top rocks
Wallowbarrow Crag
Lichen on the top rocks
Caw Slate Mine This is Caw Slate Mine on the western slope of Caw, a 529m peak on the Coniston Fells. The view is north across the Duddon valley with Harter Fell the obvious peak left of centre.
Caw Slate Mine
This is Caw Slate Mine on the western slope of Caw, a 529m peak on the Coniston Fells. The view is north across the Duddon valley with Harter Fell the obvious peak left of centre.
Lake District Mountain Trial The start of the 2016 Mountain Trial see &lt;span class=&quot;nowrap&quot;&gt;&lt;a title=&quot;http://www.ldmta.org.uk/homepage.html&quot; rel=&quot;nofollow ugc noopener&quot; href=&quot;http://www.ldmta.org.uk/homepage.html&quot;&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;&lt;img style=&quot;margin-left:2px;&quot; alt=&quot;External link&quot; title=&quot;External link - shift click to open in new window&quot; src=&quot;https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png&quot; width=&quot;10&quot; height=&quot;10&quot;/&gt;&lt;/span&gt; , a severe test of fitness navigational skills. Setting off is Joss Naylor MBE see &lt;span class=&quot;nowrap&quot;&gt;&lt;a title=&quot;https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joss_Naylorhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joss_Naylor&quot; rel=&quot;nofollow ugc noopener&quot; href=&quot;https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joss_Naylorhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joss_Naylor&quot;&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;&lt;img style=&quot;margin-left:2px;&quot; alt=&quot;External link&quot; title=&quot;External link - shift click to open in new window&quot; src=&quot;https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png&quot; width=&quot;10&quot; height=&quot;10&quot;/&gt;&lt;/span&gt;  fifty years after first winning the event.
Lake District Mountain Trial
The start of the 2016 Mountain Trial see LinkExternal link , a severe test of fitness navigational skills. Setting off is Joss Naylor MBE see LinkExternal link fifty years after first winning the event.
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Dunnerdale is located at Grid Ref: SD2195 (Lat: 54.347739, Lng: -3.2112442)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.347739,-3.2112442
Hall Bridge
Local Ref: BY
Naptan AtcoCode: 090079201535
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Naptan NaptanCode: cumdgwjt
Naptan Street: No name
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Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.3474789/-3.2116126
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Lat/Long: 54.3474427/-3.2116207
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:15; Sa 10:00
Layer: 1
Note: post box is in bridge wall
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: LA20 51
Royal Cypher: GR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273
Lat/Long: 54.3474695/-3.2123175
Low Hall
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 54.3455995/-3.2110012
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Orientation: south_west
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 16
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
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Lat/Long: 54.3494471/-3.2074556
Hall Dunnerdale
Place: village
Source: npe
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3487293/-3.2105119
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3490428/-3.2102736
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3496062/-3.2098175
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3500116/-3.2093784
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3504818/-3.2108443
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3505109/-3.2106424
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3505579/-3.2103576
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