Bransty

Settlement in Cumberland Copeland

England

Bransty

Bransty is a small village located in the county of Cumberland, in northwest England. Situated on the coast, it is part of the larger town of Whitehaven. With a population of around 2,000 residents, it offers a peaceful and tight-knit community atmosphere.

The village is characterized by its picturesque surroundings, with stunning views of the Irish Sea and the nearby Cumbrian Mountains. Bransty is known for its charming Victorian-era architecture, with many well-preserved buildings adding to its historical charm.

The village is home to a number of amenities and facilities that cater to the needs of its residents. These include a primary school, a community center, a post office, and several shops and local businesses. There are also several parks and green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and leisure.

Bransty has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to Roman times. The village played a significant role in the development of the coal mining industry in the region during the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, remnants of this industrial past can still be seen, offering a glimpse into the village's heritage.

Despite its small size, Bransty benefits from its close proximity to Whitehaven, which provides additional amenities and services. The larger town offers a wider range of shopping, entertainment, and employment opportunities, making it easily accessible for Bransty's residents.

Overall, Bransty is a charming and idyllic village, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and community spirit.

Show me another place!

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Bransty Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.556307/-3.585082 or Grid Reference NX9719. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A595 at Parton Brow

Colin Pyle

Tanyard Bay

Class 156 number 156471 forming the 14.38 train from Whitehaven to Carlisle rounds Tanyard Bay on the approach to Parton.

Adrian Taylor

Bridge number 10

Parton was originally a fishing community and it was cut off from the sea when the Whitehaven Junction Railway was opened in 1847. Several small bridges were constructed to allow passage from the village to the shore. This one is bridge number 10, with the national identifier CBC2/10 (Carnforth-Barrow-Carlisle section 2 bridge number 10). The signal number BY22R is for the down (northbound) line towards Carlisle and is controlled from Bransty Signalbox at Whitehaven. The signal head is angled to allow adequate sighting on this sharply curved section of track.

Adrian Taylor

Old Milestone by A595, East of Police Station; 50m West Brewery Bottom

Recently restored The Milestone is located on grass verge on the North of the road. Parish of Parton (Copeland District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Whitehaven plate stone design, erected by the Whitehaven turnpike trust in the 19th Century. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link Inscription reads:- TO WORKINGTON / 6 MILES : : TO WHITEHAVEN / 2 MILES Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1312397 Link

Milestone Society National ID: CU_WHWO02

Karen Kelso

Low Moresby (road) towards the A595

Ian S

Parton railway station, Cumbria

Opened in 1847 by the Whitehaven Junction Railway (later part of the London & North Western Railway empire) on the line from Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle. View north towards Harrington and Carlisle.

Nigel Thompson

Parton Milestone

Grade II listed milestone beside the A595. "mid C19. Single sandstone block c2 ft high with chamfered top; square in plan, set diagonally to road. Painted white with rectangular cast-iron plate to north face; border and raised sans-serif lettering picked out in black: TO WHITEHAVEN 2 MILES. Plate missing from south face". The missing plate showed Workington 6 miles & Cockermouth 12 miles.

David Rogers

Parton station

One of the stations you may not have heard of, and few people use. Near the rocky beach.

Chris Morgan

Coastline at Parton

Chris Morgan

Swingpump Lane, Whitehaven

Colin Pyle

Whitehaven Tunnel

The north entrance of Whitehaven Tunnel; the end of the platform ramp of Platform 2 of Whitehaven Station (photograph NX9718 : Platform 2, Whitehaven Station) is visible in the right foreground (see also photographs NX9718 : Whitehaven Tunnel and NX9718 : Air Shaft No.5, Whitehaven Tunnel). The small antenna visible at the crown of the brick arch is to permit two way communication with trains in the tunnel. The England Coast Path and National Cycle Route 72 pass over the flat roofed section of the tunnel in the foreground.

Adrian Taylor

England Coast Path

At this point the England Coast Path follows a minor road that runs along land previously occupied by railway tracks serving William Pit. The substantial stone abutment supported a bridge over the Cumbrian Coast Line (originally the Whitehaven Junction Railway) which carried a tubway and a standard gauge railway track leading from William Pit to a spoil heap on the sea shore. The Cumbrian Coast Line runs between the metal palisade fences.

Adrian Taylor

Platform 2, Whitehaven Station

Platform 2 at Whitehaven Station, formerly known as Whitehaven Bransty Station to distinguish it from Whitehaven Corkickle Station at the other end of Whitehaven Tunnel, the entrance of which is directly behind the photographer (see NX9718 : Whitehaven Tunnel). The 15 sign denotes a speed restriction of 15 miles per hour for down (northbound) trains through the sharply curved station platform.

Adrian Taylor

Railway and sea, Redness Point

The Cumbrian Coast Line runs close to the sea north of Whitehaven at Redness Point.

Adrian Taylor

Leyland Olympian on Strand Street, Whitehaven

An Olympian in Northumbria livery and a familiar sight on the coast on the other side of the country in times gone by. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

Greater Manchester PTE Leyland National at Whitehaven Harbour

Dating from 1975 and owned by the SELNEC Preservation Society. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

'Best Bus Around' on West Strand, Whitehaven

A Leyland National 2 on West Strand near Whitehaven Harbour resplendent in Strathtay Scottish livery. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

Suburban Express at Whitehaven Harbour

Dating from 1973, the Suburban Express diverged away from the standard Leyland National design, with a high flat floor front to rear. Out of the two demonstrators produced, this is the sole survivor. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

Show me another place!

Bransty is located at Grid Ref: NX9719 (Lat: 54.556307, Lng: -3.585082)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Copeland

Police Authority: Cumbria