Penny Bridge

Settlement in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

Penny Bridge

Bent hawthorn tree at Lads Head
Bent hawthorn tree at Lads Head Credit: Neil Theasby

Penny Bridge is a small village located in the South Lakeland district of Lancashire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles north of Ulverston and 10 miles southwest of Kendal, it is nestled amidst picturesque countryside and offers a tranquil and idyllic setting.

The village takes its name from the bridge that spans the Penny Bridge Beck, a charming stream that flows through the heart of the community. The bridge itself is a distinctive stone structure, believed to date back to the 17th century, and adds to the character and charm of the area.

Penny Bridge is primarily a residential area with a close-knit and friendly community. The village boasts a range of traditional stone-built cottages, giving it a quintessentially English feel. The surrounding countryside offers stunning views of rolling hills, lush fields, and nearby woodlands, making it a popular destination for walkers and nature enthusiasts.

Despite its small size, Penny Bridge has a few amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a local pub, a post office, and a village hall that hosts various community events throughout the year. Additionally, the nearby town of Ulverston provides easy access to a wider range of amenities, including shops, supermarkets, and schools.

Overall, Penny Bridge is a charming and peaceful village, perfect for those seeking a rural retreat while still having access to nearby towns and facilities. Its natural beauty and community spirit make it a delightful place to call home in the heart of Lancashire.

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Penny Bridge Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.237491/-3.0600232 or Grid Reference SD3182. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bent hawthorn tree at Lads Head
Bent hawthorn tree at Lads Head
A view of Cold Yeat Farm
A view of Cold Yeat Farm
High Scathwaite Farm
High Scathwaite Farm
At Lads Head looking north to The Lake District hills
At Lads Head looking north to The Lake District hills
A Sunny September Morning Entering Lads Head Plantation
A Sunny September Morning
Entering Lads Head Plantation
Estuary of the River Leven
Estuary of the River Leven
River Crake at Greenodd Near its confluence with the River Leven
River Crake at Greenodd
Near its confluence with the River Leven
Pasture south of Spark Bridge The River Crake runs left to right with trees along its bank at the far side of this field.
Pasture south of Spark Bridge
The River Crake runs left to right with trees along its bank at the far side of this field.
Farmland at Penny Bridge The River Crake runs across this farmland short of its confluence with the River Leven
Farmland at Penny Bridge
The River Crake runs across this farmland short of its confluence with the River Leven
Old Bridge Marker on Roam Bridge, Colton Bridge Marker set in the north parapet of Roam Bridge, Colton Beck, on the A590. Colton parish. Inscribed C C ROAM BRIDGE / WIDENED 1936.

Milestone Society National ID: LA_COLTON02br
Old Bridge Marker on Roam Bridge, Colton
Bridge Marker set in the north parapet of Roam Bridge, Colton Beck, on the A590. Colton parish. Inscribed C C ROAM BRIDGE / WIDENED 1936. Milestone Society National ID: LA_COLTON02br
Summer Hill A Georgian mansion near Spark Bridge, Cumbria
Summer Hill
A Georgian mansion near Spark Bridge, Cumbria
Sheep pasture near Wood End
Sheep pasture near Wood End
Greenodd Sands
Greenodd Sands
Footpath at Summer Hill Passing west of the small estate with its Georgian country house
Footpath at Summer Hill
Passing west of the small estate with its Georgian country house
Road to Penny Bridge from Arrad Foot
Road to Penny Bridge from Arrad Foot
Lane to Smithy Green
Lane to Smithy Green
Oak Vale, Penny Bridge
Oak Vale, Penny Bridge
Spark Bridge The old bridge carries traffic over the River Crake.
Spark Bridge
The old bridge carries traffic over the River Crake.
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Penny Bridge is located at Grid Ref: SD3182 (Lat: 54.237491, Lng: -3.0600232)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

What 3 Words

///yachting.ruby.dugouts. Near Ulverston, Cumbria

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.237491,-3.0600232
Penny Bridge
Place: village
Source: npe
Lat/Long: 54.2376751/-3.0601159
Greenodd
Place: village
Source: npe
Wikidata: Q31123
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Bus Stop
Greenodd (E bound)
Bench: yes
Check Date Shelter: 2022-04-13
Naptan AtcoCode: 090079210718
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Naptan BusStopType: MKD
Naptan CommonName: Texaco Garage (S bound)
Naptan Indicator: opp
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Naptan Street: A5092
Naptan Verified: no
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.2350894/-3.0550859
Bus Stop
Smithy Cottage (S bound)
Bench: no
Bin: no
Local Ref: AT
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Naptan Bearing: S
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Shelter: yes
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Lat/Long: 54.2385457/-3.0596546
Bus Stop
Smithy Cottage (N bound)
Local Ref: AT
Naptan AtcoCode: 090079213300
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
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Naptan Indicator: at
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Naptan NaptanCode: cumdgwpm
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Naptan Verified: no
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.2384812/-3.0598371
Bus Stop
Greenodd (N bound)
Naptan AtcoCode: 090079213505
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
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Naptan Indicator: o/s
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Naptan Street: A5092
Naptan Verified: no
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.2350584/-3.0552451
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 54.2348989/-3.0550268
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 54.2390786/-3.0647034
Telephone
Booth: KX100
Covered: booth
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 54.2349557/-3.0551832
Peter Hutchinson
Addr City: Greenodd
Addr Housename: Fair View
Addr Postcode: LA12 7RD
Addr Street: Main Street
Fhrs Id: 299698
Shop: butcher
Lat/Long: 54.2345485/-3.0545781
Defibrillator
Defibrillator Location: outside Greenodd Village Hall
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 54.2347528/-3.0550376
Addr City: Greenodd
Addr Postcode: LA12 7QZ
Addr Street: Main Street
Disused Shop: bakery
Old Name: The Bakehouse
Lat/Long: 54.2343037/-3.054636
Heritage: 2
Heritage Operator: Historic England
Historic: milestone
Inscription: 17
Listed Status: Grade II
Wikidata: Q26556982
Lat/Long: 54.2409866/-3.0596124
Post Box
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: LA12 13
Lat/Long: 54.2375776/-3.0600713
The Porterage Co.
Addr City: Greenodd
Addr Postcode: LA12 7RT
Addr Street: Crakeside Business Park
Addr Unit: 4b
Fhrs Id: 299064
Shop: wine
Lat/Long: 54.2352195/-3.0535502
Penny Bridge War Memorial
Description: Lychgate
Historic: memorial
Material: wood;stone
Memorial: war_memorial
Lat/Long: 54.234715/-3.0606514
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 54.2364535/-3.0591852
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Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
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Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 54.2349786/-3.0614271
Direction: E
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 14
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 54.2362053/-3.0601024
Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 54.2391117/-3.0603441
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 54.2353834/-3.053348
Give Way
Direction: forward
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Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 54.2352634/-3.055158
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: On outside wall of pub.
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 54.2374654/-3.0600579
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.2401619/-3.0646672
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.2392716/-3.063909
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.2387778/-3.0634684
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.2379103/-3.0626944
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.2371727/-3.0620669
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.2364087/-3.061399
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.2359294/-3.0614085
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.2390757/-3.0626302
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.2394674/-3.0615202
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