South End

Settlement in Lancashire Barrow-in-Furness

England

South End

Entrance to the car park off Mawflat Lane
Entrance to the car park off Mawflat Lane Credit: Jonathan Thacker

South End is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, in the northwest of England. Situated on the southern bank of the River Ribble, the village is known for its picturesque surroundings and serene atmosphere. With a population of around 1,500 residents, South End offers a close-knit community feel.

The village boasts a rich history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Roman era. Today, remnants of its past can still be seen in the form of historic buildings and landmarks. The local church, St. Mary's, is a prominent feature, with its beautiful architecture and stained glass windows.

Nature lovers are drawn to South End for its stunning natural beauty. The village is surrounded by lush green fields and offers breathtaking views of the river. The nearby Ribble Estuary is a haven for birdwatchers, as it is home to a wide variety of bird species, including wintering wildfowl and waders.

Although small in size, South End offers a range of amenities for its residents. There is a local primary school, a village hall, and a few small shops and businesses. For more extensive shopping and entertainment options, the nearby town of Preston is easily accessible.

South End is well-connected to other parts of Lancashire and beyond via road and rail links. The M6 motorway is within close proximity, providing convenient access to major cities such as Manchester and Liverpool.

Overall, South End is a charming village with a rich history, picturesque landscapes, and a strong sense of community. It offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life, while still providing easy access to nearby amenities and attractions.

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South End Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.056718/-3.2235974 or Grid Reference SD2063. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Entrance to the car park off Mawflat Lane
Entrance to the car park off Mawflat Lane
Old access road to sea DEEP puddles
Old access road to sea
DEEP puddles
Cross Dyke Scar sands
Cross Dyke Scar sands
Track, Walney Island With the light on Hare Hill in the distance
Track, Walney Island
With the light on Hare Hill in the distance
Track at the north end of Low Bank
Track at the north end of Low Bank
Slipway through the sea defences
Slipway through the sea defences
Beach at White Horse Scar
Beach at White Horse Scar
Beach at Cross Dike Scar
Beach at Cross Dike Scar
Car park near Cross Dike Scar
Car park near Cross Dike Scar
Mawflat Lane, Walney Island
Mawflat Lane, Walney Island
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the 'pill box' type structure west side of the road. It marks a point 7.498m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the 'pill box' type structure west side of the road. It marks a point 7.498m above mean sea level.
Beach at Cross Dike Scar, Walney Island
Beach at Cross Dike Scar, Walney Island
Lone Fisherman at White Horse Scar, Walney Island
Lone Fisherman at White Horse Scar, Walney Island
Track to Car Park
Track to Car Park
Pool at Hillock Whins With grazing cattle.
Pool at Hillock Whins
With grazing cattle.
Beach at Low Bank At low water. The row of boulders appear to have been positioned to reduce erosion.
Beach at Low Bank
At low water. The row of boulders appear to have been positioned to reduce erosion.
Gate and Track off Mawflat Lane Walney Island is a long, comparatively narrow island across a narrow channel (The Walney Channel) from the southwestern end of the Furness Peninsula. It acts as a huge natural breakwater for that peninsula and for the town of Barrow in Furness in particular. It is attached to Barrow and the mainland by a swing bridge from Vickerstown, effectively a suburb of Barrow, which straddles the central section of the island.
Walney is about 11 miles (18km) long curling eastwards at its southern end; it is however only about a mile wide at its widest point, and for much of its length far narrower than this. It has an area of roughly 5 sq.miles (13 km²) making it the eighth largest offshore island of England; its population of 10,651 (2011 Census) makes it the sixth most populous however.
The central chunk of the island is built up with the estates of Vickerstown, but most of the rest of the island especially to the south is rural, unspoilt salt flats with an insteresting and convoluted coast. There is an airfield at the north of the island near the settlement of North Scales. The only other village on the island is Biggar, on the road southwards, which has a fine public house, The Queen's Arms.
Gate and Track off Mawflat Lane
Walney Island is a long, comparatively narrow island across a narrow channel (The Walney Channel) from the southwestern end of the Furness Peninsula. It acts as a huge natural breakwater for that peninsula and for the town of Barrow in Furness in particular. It is attached to Barrow and the mainland by a swing bridge from Vickerstown, effectively a suburb of Barrow, which straddles the central section of the island. Walney is about 11 miles (18km) long curling eastwards at its southern end; it is however only about a mile wide at its widest point, and for much of its length far narrower than this. It has an area of roughly 5 sq.miles (13 km²) making it the eighth largest offshore island of England; its population of 10,651 (2011 Census) makes it the sixth most populous however. The central chunk of the island is built up with the estates of Vickerstown, but most of the rest of the island especially to the south is rural, unspoilt salt flats with an insteresting and convoluted coast. There is an airfield at the north of the island near the settlement of North Scales. The only other village on the island is Biggar, on the road southwards, which has a fine public house, The Queen's Arms.
Walney Island, Mawflat Lane Walney Island is a long, comparatively narrow island across a narrow channel (The Walney Channel) from the southwestern end of the Furness Peninsula. It acts as a huge natural breakwater for that peninsula and for the town of Barrow in Furness in particular. It is attached to Barrow and the mainland by a swing bridge from Vickerstown, effectively a suburb of Barrow, which straddles the central section of the island.
Walney is about 11 miles (18km) long curling eastwards at its southern end; it is however only about a mile wide at its widest point, and for much of its length far narrower than this. It has an area of roughly 5 sq.miles (13 km²) making it the eighth largest offshore island of England; its population of 10,651 (2011 Census) makes it the sixth most populous however.
The central chunk of the island is built up with the estates of Vickerstown, but most of the rest of the island especially to the south is rural, unspoilt salt flats with an insteresting and convoluted coast. There is an airfield at the north of the island near the settlement of North Scales. The only other village on the island is Biggar, on the road southwards, which has a fine public house, The Queen's Arms.
Walney Island, Mawflat Lane
Walney Island is a long, comparatively narrow island across a narrow channel (The Walney Channel) from the southwestern end of the Furness Peninsula. It acts as a huge natural breakwater for that peninsula and for the town of Barrow in Furness in particular. It is attached to Barrow and the mainland by a swing bridge from Vickerstown, effectively a suburb of Barrow, which straddles the central section of the island. Walney is about 11 miles (18km) long curling eastwards at its southern end; it is however only about a mile wide at its widest point, and for much of its length far narrower than this. It has an area of roughly 5 sq.miles (13 km²) making it the eighth largest offshore island of England; its population of 10,651 (2011 Census) makes it the sixth most populous however. The central chunk of the island is built up with the estates of Vickerstown, but most of the rest of the island especially to the south is rural, unspoilt salt flats with an insteresting and convoluted coast. There is an airfield at the north of the island near the settlement of North Scales. The only other village on the island is Biggar, on the road southwards, which has a fine public house, The Queen's Arms.
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South End is located at Grid Ref: SD2063 (Lat: 54.056718, Lng: -3.2235974)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Barrow-in-Furness

Police Authority: Cumbria

What 3 Words

///hazy.defeated.daisy. Near Barrow in Furness, Cumbria

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Hare Hill
Ele: 18
Natural: peak
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