Millbeck

Settlement in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Millbeck

Information Board on Round How This information board beside The Cumbria Way features the adjacent 17 hectare (41 acre) Gale Ghyll Woods, a part of the Mirehouse Estate.
The Ordnance Survey spell Gale Ghyll as the traditional Gale Gill. Ghyll was introduced as a fashionable alternative spelling in Victorian times. — Information Board on Round How Credit: Adrian Taylor

Millbeck is a picturesque village nestled in the county of Cumberland, located in the northwest region of England. Situated in the Lake District National Park, it is surrounded by stunning natural beauty and boasts a tranquil and idyllic setting.

The village is characterized by its traditional stone houses and charming cottages, giving it a quintessential English countryside feel. The local community is small and close-knit, with a population of around 300 residents.

Millbeck is renowned for its lush green landscapes and rolling hills, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. The village is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with an extensive network of walking trails and hiking routes to explore. One popular trail is the ascent of Skiddaw, one of the highest peaks in the Lake District.

Despite its rural location, Millbeck is conveniently located near the market town of Keswick, which is just a short drive away. Keswick offers a range of amenities including shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities, providing residents with easy access to modern conveniences.

Millbeck also benefits from its proximity to Derwentwater, a stunning lake that offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and water sports. The lake is surrounded by woodlands and offers a serene escape for nature lovers.

In summary, Millbeck is a charming and picturesque village in Cumberland, offering a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Lake District. With its stunning natural landscapes and close proximity to Keswick and Derwentwater, it is an ideal destination for both residents and visitors seeking a rural escape.

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Millbeck Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.625479/-3.150795 or Grid Reference NY2526. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Information Board on Round How

This information board beside The Cumbria Way features the adjacent 17 hectare (41 acre) Gale Ghyll Woods, a part of the Mirehouse Estate. The Ordnance Survey spell Gale Ghyll as the traditional Gale Gill. Ghyll was introduced as a fashionable alternative spelling in Victorian times.

Adrian Taylor

The Cumbria Way, Round How

The public bridleway from Briar Rigg to Latrigg Car Park is the route of The Cumbria Way and crosses open ground above Round How (next photograph NY2725 : The Cumbria Way above Round How). The information board (photograph NY2725 : Information Board on Round How) features the 17 hectare (41 acre) Gale Ghyll Woods that lie below the bridleway between Round How and Latrigg Car Park. The path leading steeply up to the right leads on to Mallen Dodd and ultimately to the summit of Latrigg; a more easily graded path can be gained by following the bridleway for a further 425m (470 yards).

Adrian Taylor

Path Junction above Round How

The path leading to the left through the gate is a permitted bridleway through Gale Ghyll Woods; the main right hand path is the public bridleway from Briar Rigg to Latrigg Car Park and the route of The Cumbria Way (next photograph NY2725 : The Cumbria Way by Gale Ghyll Woods).

Adrian Taylor

The Cumbria Way above Round How

The Cumbria Way, a 74 mile long distance trail from Ulverston to Carlisle follows the public bridleway from Briar Rigg to Latrigg Car Park beside Gale Ghyll Woods (next photograph NY2725 : Path Junction above Round How). This is also a popular walking route from Keswick to the summit of Skiddaw.

Adrian Taylor

A66 Keswick Bypass near Crosthwaite

Colin Pyle

Old Milestone, A591, Millbeck

The milestone is located east of Crookelty Bridge, on the verge by the wall, on the north side of the road. Parish of Keswick (Allerdale District). Carved stone post, Cockermouth numeral design, erected by the Keswick turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- 2 Milestone Society National ID: CU_KWCM02

Terry Moore

The Path on Jenkin Hill

Anthony Parkes

Tangled Iron on the Summit of Little Man

Anthony Parkes

Deforested Hillside at Underscar

Anthony Parkes

Hotel at Applethwaite

Anthony Parkes

Carl Side

David Brown

Direction Sign â Signpost off the A591 towards Applethwaite

Located on the northeast side of the junction of the A591 with the unclassified road to Applethwaite, Underskiddaw parish. 1 arm and pawn finial. For an earlier photo, see Link. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: CU_NY2525A

B Todd

The North Western Fells from Carl Side

... There are 29 fells listed by A Wainwright in his book The North Western Fells (first published sixty years ago) and this panorama from Carl Side near Skiddaw shows many of them. On the lower ground, from left to right, are Derwentwater, Portinscale, Braithwaite, Thornthwaite and a small part of Bassenthwaite Lake. The nearby summit of Dodd, with its scattered trees, hides part of that lake. On the left, with sunlit slopes overlooking Derwentwater, is that walkers' favourite, Cat Bells. Just right of centre, below the last fluffy cloud, is Grasmoor, at 852m the highest in the region. Thornthwaite Forest is the large area of trees to the right. It is my intention, after further study, to identify more of the fells seen here. Details will be added in due course. by David Purchase

Michael Earnshaw