Bothel

Settlement in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Bothel

Bothel is a small village located in the county of Cumberland, in the northwest of England. Situated approximately 5 miles southwest of the town of Wigton and 11 miles northwest of the city of Carlisle, Bothel is nestled in the picturesque countryside of the Lake District National Park.

The village is known for its charming rural setting, with rolling green hills, meandering streams, and beautiful woodlands surrounding it. Bothel is home to a close-knit community of around 300 residents who enjoy a tranquil and peaceful lifestyle.

Bothel boasts several notable landmarks, including the historic St. Michael's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church features a 14th-century bell tower and is a testament to the village's rich history. Additionally, Bothel is known for its traditional cottages made from local stone, which add to the village's character and charm.

While Bothel is primarily a residential area, it benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities, offering easy access to amenities and services. The village has a local pub, The Greyhound Inn, which serves as a welcoming hub for residents and visitors alike.

Bothel's location within the Lake District National Park makes it an ideal base for outdoor enthusiasts. The village is surrounded by numerous walking trails, offering breathtaking views of the countryside and nearby lakes, such as Bassenthwaite Lake. The area is also popular for fishing, cycling, and birdwatching.

In summary, Bothel is a quaint and picturesque village in Cumberland, known for its idyllic countryside setting, historic church, and welcoming community. Its location within the Lake District National Park makes it a perfect destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

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Bothel Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.738085/-3.2725532 or Grid Reference NY1838. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Milestone by the A595 near Kirkland Green

Metal plate attached to stone post by the A595, in parish of BOTHEL AND THREAPLAND (ALLERDALE District), Overgates, Kirkland Green, on grass verge, on North side of road. Carlisle red stone and curved plate, erected by the Cockermouth & Carlisle turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- CARLISLE 18 MILES WIGTON 7 MILES COCKERMOUTH 8½ MILES Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1144497 Link

Milestone Society National ID: CU_CLCM19.

Barbara Todd

Limekiln Bridge, Bothel

Limekiln Bridge carries the A595 road across Bothel Beck. The Greyhound Inn is in the background and there is an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark near this end of the limestone bridge parapet (photograph NY1839 : Benchmark, Limekiln Bridge, Bothel). The trees have been cut down pending work to improve the road junction.

Adrian Taylor

Benchmark, Limekiln Bridge, Bothel

Detail of the Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the limestone parapet of Limekiln Bridge. The benchmark marked a height of 132.1552m above mean sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last verified in 1971 (location photograph NY1839 : Limekiln Bridge, Bothel) and it has subsequently been destroyed.

Adrian Taylor

Benchmark, former Methodist Chapel, Bothel

Detail of the Ordnance Survey flush bracket benchmark number S0205 on the north angle, north east face of the former Wesleyan Methodist Chapel. The benchmark marks a height of 152.1229m above mean sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last levelled in 1955 and verified in 1969.

Adrian Taylor

Benchmark, Bothel

Detail of the Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the corner of a barn near the former Methodist Chapel in Bothel. The benchmark marks a height of 152.2811m above mean sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last verified in 1969 (location photograph NY1838 : Old farm building, Bothel).

Adrian Taylor

Old farm building, Bothel

This old limestone building was originally part of a farm. The road in the foreground was formerly the A595 from Whitehaven to Carlisle before the village bypass was built. There is an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the sandstone quoin, facing the road on the left hand corner of the building (detail photograph NY1838 : Benchmark, Bothel).

Adrian Taylor

Houses in Bothel

The road was the A595 from Whitehaven to Carlisle before the completion of Bothel bypass.

Adrian Taylor

Bothel

This road through the village was the A595 from Whitehaven to Carlisle until Bothel was bypass was constructed.

Adrian Taylor

Direction Sign - Signpost in Bothel

Located in a garden hedge beside the junction on School Lane, Bothel. Bothel and Threapland parish. 3 arms, 1 missing, and annulus finial. Milestone Society National ID: CU_NY1839

B Todd

Direction Sign - Signpost in Bothel

Located on the north side of the junction south of the village hall in Bothel. Bothel and Threapland parish. 3 arms and annulus finial. Milestone Society National ID: CU_NY1839A

B Todd

Southeast parapet of Limekiln Bridge on east side of A595

Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark NY1839 : Benchmark, Limekiln Bridge, Bothel levelled at 132.155m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1971 on the bridge parapet. Evidently the parapet has been rebuilt recently with loss of the mark: compare this image with NY1839 : Limekiln Bridge, Bothel

Roger Templeman

Junction of roads in Bothel

The left hand road is the former A595, the right hand one is The Croft. There is a finger signpost NY1839 : Direction Sign - Signpost in Bothel in the hedge at the left hand side of the image

Roger Templeman

Bothel village hall at road junction

There is an Cumberland Council Council finger signpost NY1839 : Direction Sign - Signpost in Bothel on the verge at the junction

Roger Templeman

Milestone on SW side of former A595

Roger Templeman

Junction of Old Chapel Close with former A595

There is a milestone NY1839 : Milestone on SW side of former A595 on the verge at the junction

Roger Templeman

Benchmark on former chapel on SW side of former A595

Ordnance Survey flush bracket (serial identifier S0205) benchmark levelled at 152.123m above Newlyn Datum in 1955 verified 1969

Roger Templeman

Former Methodist Chapel on SW side of former A595

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark NY1838 : Benchmark on former chapel on SW side of former A595 on the near corner, road face, of the building which has a stone inscribed Methodist Chapel 1889-2002

Roger Templeman