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Branthwaite

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Branthwaite

Cottages at Fell Side The Cumbria Way low level alternative route from Skiddaw House to Nether Row follows the minor road from Green Head past these cottages at Fell Side (next photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7389300">NY3037 : The Cumbria Way, Fell Side</a>).
Cottages at Fell Side Credit: Adrian Taylor

Branthwaite is a rural village located in the beautiful county of Cumberland in North West England. Situated amidst the picturesque landscapes of the Lake District National Park, the village is nestled within the rolling hills and green pastures that typify this region. With a population of around 200 residents, Branthwaite offers a peaceful and tranquil setting, perfect for those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The village itself comprises a collection of charming stone houses, many of which date back several centuries, giving it a sense of history and character. The local community is tight-knit and friendly, creating a welcoming atmosphere for both residents and visitors alike. Branthwaite is known for its strong sense of community spirit, with various social events and activities organized throughout the year, such as summer fairs and Christmas markets.

Nature lovers will find plenty to explore in and around Branthwaite, as the area is abundant with natural beauty. The village is surrounded by lush woodlands, meandering rivers, and picturesque walking trails, making it an ideal base for outdoor enthusiasts. Additionally, the nearby Lake District offers endless opportunities for hiking, boating, and enjoying the stunning scenery.

While Branthwaite may be a small village, it benefits from its close proximity to larger towns and cities. The market town of Cockermouth is just a short drive away, providing residents with access to a range of amenities, including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. Overall, Branthwaite offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle in the heart of the Cumberland countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.725338/-3.091512 or Grid Reference NY2937. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cottages at Fell Side The Cumbria Way low level alternative route from Skiddaw House to Nether Row follows the minor road from Green Head past these cottages at Fell Side (next photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7389300">NY3037 : The Cumbria Way, Fell Side</a>).
Cottages at Fell Side
The Cumbria Way low level alternative route from Skiddaw House to Nether Row follows the minor road from Green Head past these cottages at Fell Side (next photograph NY3037 : The Cumbria Way, Fell Side).
The Cumbria Way, Fell Side Fell Side is a small farming community at the northernmost edge of the Lake District fells. It is on the route of The Cumbria Way low level alternative route from Skiddaw House to Nether Row (next photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7384814">NY3037 : Cottages at Fell Side</a>).
The Cumbria Way, Fell Side
Fell Side is a small farming community at the northernmost edge of the Lake District fells. It is on the route of The Cumbria Way low level alternative route from Skiddaw House to Nether Row (next photograph NY3037 : Cottages at Fell Side).
The Cumbria Way near Branthwaite This minor road is the low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way long distance path, from Skiddaw House to Nether Row (next photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7384823">NY3037 : The Cumbria Way, Fell Side</a>).
The Cumbria Way near Branthwaite
This minor road is the low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way long distance path, from Skiddaw House to Nether Row (next photograph NY3037 : The Cumbria Way, Fell Side).
The Cumbria Way, Fell Side The Cumbria Way long distance path leaves the road at Fell Side and follows an access track between stone walls (next photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7389466">NY3037 : The Cumbria Way, Fell Side</a>). The track is a public footpath leading to Little Fellside and Nether Row.
The Cumbria Way, Fell Side
The Cumbria Way long distance path leaves the road at Fell Side and follows an access track between stone walls (next photograph NY3037 : The Cumbria Way, Fell Side). The track is a public footpath leading to Little Fellside and Nether Row.
The Cumbria Way near Fell Side The low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way follows the public footpath from Fell Side to Nether Row along the access track to Little Fellside.
The Cumbria Way near Fell Side
The low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way follows the public footpath from Fell Side to Nether Row along the access track to Little Fellside.
The Cumbria Way, Fell Side The low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way follows the public footpath from Fell Side to Nether Row along the access track to Little Fellside (next photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7389459">NY3037 : The Cumbria Way near Fell Side</a>).
The Cumbria Way, Fell Side
The low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way follows the public footpath from Fell Side to Nether Row along the access track to Little Fellside (next photograph NY3037 : The Cumbria Way near Fell Side).
Caldbeck Bunkhouse Located beside The Cumbria Way at Fell Side, Caldbeck Bunkhouse is run by the Youth Hostel Association and is reserved for group bookings.
Caldbeck Bunkhouse
Located beside The Cumbria Way at Fell Side, Caldbeck Bunkhouse is run by the Youth Hostel Association and is reserved for group bookings.
The Cumbria Way, Little Fellside This grassy track is a public footpath from Fell Side to Potts Gill and Nether Row. It is the low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way between Skiddaw House and Nether Row near Caldbeck.
The Cumbria Way, Little Fellside
This grassy track is a public footpath from Fell Side to Potts Gill and Nether Row. It is the low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way between Skiddaw House and Nether Row near Caldbeck.
Little Fellside The public footpath from Fell Side to Potts Gill and Nether Row leaves the concrete access track to Little Fellside and continues ahead along a grassy track in the direction of the waymark arrow. A second public footpath follows the concrete track down through Little Fellside to Moor House. The Ordnance Survey indicates that the low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way follows the stone intake wall at the edge of the open fell on a former, now lost, footpath. This route leads to a missing stile and boggy ground and is impassable. The Cumbria Way waymarks direct northbound walkers along the public footpath to Potts Gill (next photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7421356">NY3137 : The Cumbria Way, Little Fellside</a>).
Little Fellside
The public footpath from Fell Side to Potts Gill and Nether Row leaves the concrete access track to Little Fellside and continues ahead along a grassy track in the direction of the waymark arrow. A second public footpath follows the concrete track down through Little Fellside to Moor House. The Ordnance Survey indicates that the low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way follows the stone intake wall at the edge of the open fell on a former, now lost, footpath. This route leads to a missing stile and boggy ground and is impassable. The Cumbria Way waymarks direct northbound walkers along the public footpath to Potts Gill (next photograph NY3137 : The Cumbria Way, Little Fellside).
Pasture, Caldbeck A large ash seen from the footpath north of Little Fellside.
Pasture, Caldbeck
A large ash seen from the footpath north of Little Fellside.
Old road between Charleton Wath and Holborn Now no more than a farmer’s access track, this old road runs from Longlands to Green Head and is the low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way long distance path (next photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7366762">NY2836 : The Cumbria Way near Holborn</a>).
Old road between Charleton Wath and Holborn
Now no more than a farmer’s access track, this old road runs from Longlands to Green Head and is the low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way long distance path (next photograph NY2836 : The Cumbria Way near Holborn).
The Cumbria Way near Holborn The low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way long distance path follows the old road from Longlands (next photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7393148">NY2837 : The Cumbria Way, Green Head</a>). Approaching Holborn the old road joins the track from Rough Close and Norman and it is a surfaced from here to Green Head.
The Cumbria Way near Holborn
The low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way long distance path follows the old road from Longlands (next photograph NY2837 : The Cumbria Way, Green Head). Approaching Holborn the old road joins the track from Rough Close and Norman and it is a surfaced from here to Green Head.
The Cumbria Way, Green Head The low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way long distance path crosses a small bridge on the approach to the road junction at Green Head. Northbound walkers following The Cumbria Way turn right here (next photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7373604">NY2837 : Cattle Grid, Burblethwaite</a>).
The Cumbria Way, Green Head
The low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way long distance path crosses a small bridge on the approach to the road junction at Green Head. Northbound walkers following The Cumbria Way turn right here (next photograph NY2837 : Cattle Grid, Burblethwaite).
Cattle Grid, Burblethwaite The road from Green head to Fell Side crosses this cattle grid on the approach to the bridge over Burblethwaite Beck. This is the low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way long distance path (next photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7384599">NY2837 : Bridge over Burblethwaite Beck</a>).
Cattle Grid, Burblethwaite
The road from Green head to Fell Side crosses this cattle grid on the approach to the bridge over Burblethwaite Beck. This is the low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way long distance path (next photograph NY2837 : Bridge over Burblethwaite Beck).
Branthwaite The Cumbria Way low level alternative route from Skiddaw House to Nether Row follows the minor road from Green Head to Fell Side through Branthwaite (next photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7384860">NY2937 : Branthwaite</a>).
Branthwaite
The Cumbria Way low level alternative route from Skiddaw House to Nether Row follows the minor road from Green Head to Fell Side through Branthwaite (next photograph NY2937 : Branthwaite).
The Cumbria Way near Bonners Farm The Cumbria Way low level alternative route from Skiddaw House to Nether Row near Caldbeck follows the minor road from Green Head to Fell Side (next photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7384593">NY2937 : Branthwaite</a>). The entrance to Bonners Farm is on the right.
The Cumbria Way near Bonners Farm
The Cumbria Way low level alternative route from Skiddaw House to Nether Row near Caldbeck follows the minor road from Green Head to Fell Side (next photograph NY2937 : Branthwaite). The entrance to Bonners Farm is on the right.
The Cumbria Way near Bonners Farm The Cumbria Way low level alternative route from Skiddaw House to Nether Row near Caldbeck follows the minor road from Green Head to Fell Side (next photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7384594">NY2937 : The Cumbria Way near Bonners Farm</a>).
The Cumbria Way near Bonners Farm
The Cumbria Way low level alternative route from Skiddaw House to Nether Row near Caldbeck follows the minor road from Green Head to Fell Side (next photograph NY2937 : The Cumbria Way near Bonners Farm).
Bridge over Burblethwaite Beck This bridge carries the minor road from Green Head to Fell Side over Burblethwaite Beck. It is also the low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way (next photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7384595">NY2937 : The Cumbria Way near Bonners Farm</a>).
Bridge over Burblethwaite Beck
This bridge carries the minor road from Green Head to Fell Side over Burblethwaite Beck. It is also the low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way (next photograph NY2937 : The Cumbria Way near Bonners Farm).
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Branthwaite is located at Grid Ref: NY2937 (Lat: 54.725338, Lng: -3.091512)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Allerdale

Police Authority: Cumbria

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