Braystones

Settlement in Cumberland Copeland

England

Braystones

Rocky foreshore near Nethertown — Rocky foreshore near Nethertown Credit: JThomas

Braystones is a small village located on the western coast of Cumbria, England. Situated within the civil parish of Beckermet, the village is nestled between the larger towns of Whitehaven and Seascale. With a population of around 200 residents, Braystones offers a tranquil and picturesque setting for its inhabitants.

The village is renowned for its stunning coastal views, with the Irish Sea stretching out before it. Beach access is readily available, attracting locals and visitors alike to enjoy the sandy shores and breathtaking sunsets. The nearby fells, including the notable Cumbrian Mountains, provide opportunities for hiking and outdoor activities.

Braystones boasts a close-knit community, with a local pub, The Greyhound Inn, serving as a popular meeting spot for residents and tourists. The village also has a church, St. Bridget's, which dates back to the 12th century and holds historical significance.

The village is well-connected via road and rail links. The nearby Braystones railway station provides convenient transportation to and from major cities such as Carlisle and Barrow-in-Furness. Additionally, the A595 road runs through the village, making it easily accessible by car.

While Braystones may be small in size, it offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle for those seeking a coastal retreat. Its natural beauty, friendly community, and convenient location make it a desirable place to reside or visit in the heart of Cumberland.

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Rocky foreshore near Nethertown

Rocky foreshore near Nethertown

Beach south of Nethertown View over a coastal holiday home.

Beach south of Nethertown

View over a coastal holiday home.

A drain to the south of Nethertown

A drain to the south of Nethertown

The road to Braystones

The road to Braystones

Trig point of Harnsey Moss The trig point known to the OS as Harnsey Moss is on the Cumbrian coast north-west of the power station at Sellafield; that complex can be seen in the distance.

Trig point of Harnsey Moss

The trig point known to the OS as Harnsey Moss is on the Cumbrian coast north-west of the power station at Sellafield; that complex can be seen in the distance.

Trevor Littlewood

Beach bungalow, Braystones Beach Many of the beach bungalows date back to the late 19th Century. Some were fishermen&#039;s huts originally but many were built to house the navvies that were building the Carlisle Furness railway. The railway line runs immediately behind and above the bungalows. Most of the old structures have been replaced but some like the one pictured largely retain their original form albeit with some extensions.

Beach bungalow, Braystones Beach

Many of the beach bungalows date back to the late 19th Century. Some were fishermen's huts originally but many were built to house the navvies that were building the Carlisle Furness railway. The railway line runs immediately behind and above the bungalows. Most of the old structures have been replaced but some like the one pictured largely retain their original form albeit with some extensions.

Braystones beach, Cumbria Taken in 1968 above the railway embankment carrying the West Cumberland, Barrow to Workington line, single track at this point, Blackcombe in the distance.

Braystones beach, Cumbria

Taken in 1968 above the railway embankment carrying the West Cumberland, Barrow to Workington line, single track at this point, Blackcombe in the distance.

Braystones wet beach. The picture does not show the cold but the wind was icy today.

Braystones wet beach.

The picture does not show the cold but the wind was icy today.

The beach at Braystones Looking across the sand and rocks of NX9905 and NX9906 from the level crossing beside Braystones station.

The beach at Braystones

Looking across the sand and rocks of NX9905 and NX9906 from the level crossing beside Braystones station.

The beach at Braystones Looking across the beach with the tide out at sunset. Taken from the east side of the railway, just north of the station.

The beach at Braystones

Looking across the beach with the tide out at sunset. Taken from the east side of the railway, just north of the station.

Braystones beach Looking along the beach towards Nethertown just after sunset. The bungalows beside the railway are just visible.

Braystones beach

Looking along the beach towards Nethertown just after sunset. The bungalows beside the railway are just visible.

Nethertown Coastal Dwellings and Shingle Beach Once a shanty Town built by the railway gangs.

Nethertown Coastal Dwellings and Shingle Beach

Once a shanty Town built by the railway gangs.

Nethertown Railway Dwellings, Caravan Park and Sellafield A View from the railway bridge at Nethertown.

Nethertown Railway Dwellings, Caravan Park and Sellafield

A View from the railway bridge at Nethertown.

The beach at Braystone

The beach at Braystone

The beach at Nethertown

The beach at Nethertown

Scramble / mountain bike track

Scramble / mountain bike track

Small valley by the railway line

Small valley by the railway line

Mill Farm near Beckermet

Mill Farm near Beckermet

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Braystones is located at Grid Ref: NY0005 (Lat: 54.439139, Lng: -3.533368)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Copeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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