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Barbon

Civil Parish in Westmorland South Lakeland

England

Barbon

New footbridge on Barkin Beck This bridge was erected in 2016 to replace an earlier one <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2194085">SD6582 : Footbridge near Fell House</a> that had been washed away in "Storm Desmond" the previous winter. It includes access ramps, although I don't know how far people with walking difficulties would get on the far side.
New footbridge on Barkin Beck Credit: Stephen Craven

Barbon is a civil parish located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is part of the district of South Lakeland and is situated in the historic county of Westmorland. The parish is bordered by the parishes of Middleton in Lonsdale, Casterton, Barrow, and Dent.

Barbon is a small village nestled in the picturesque countryside of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and charming stone-built houses. It is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for those seeking a rural retreat.

The village is home to St. Bartholomew's Church, a beautiful Grade II listed building dating back to the 18th century. The church is a prominent feature of the village and is often visited by locals and tourists alike.

Barbon is also famous for its annual sheepdog trials, which attract participants and spectators from far and wide. These trials showcase the skill and intelligence of working sheepdogs as they compete in various tasks and challenges.

Despite its small size, Barbon offers a range of amenities to its residents and visitors. There is a village hall that hosts community events and gatherings, and a local pub where locals and visitors can enjoy a drink or a meal.

Overall, Barbon is a charming and idyllic village, offering a peaceful retreat in the heart of the stunning Yorkshire Dales.

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New footbridge on Barkin Beck This bridge was erected in 2016 to replace an earlier one <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2194085">SD6582 : Footbridge near Fell House</a> that had been washed away in "Storm Desmond" the previous winter. It includes access ramps, although I don't know how far people with walking difficulties would get on the far side.
New footbridge on Barkin Beck
This bridge was erected in 2016 to replace an earlier one SD6582 : Footbridge near Fell House that had been washed away in "Storm Desmond" the previous winter. It includes access ramps, although I don't know how far people with walking difficulties would get on the far side.
Ford over Barkin Beck There's supposed to be a ford here, which may be used by quad bikes etc., but for those on foot there's now a convenient footbridge just upstream <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6981054">SD6582 : New footbridge on Barkin Beck</a>.
Ford over Barkin Beck
There's supposed to be a ford here, which may be used by quad bikes etc., but for those on foot there's now a convenient footbridge just upstream SD6582 : New footbridge on Barkin Beck.
Road junction in Barbondale The signpost points left to Barbon and Sedbergh; right to Dent and Hawes; and behind the camera to Casterton and Kirkby Lonsdale. There's also a cycle route sign for the Lakes and Dales Loop.
Road junction in Barbondale
The signpost points left to Barbon and Sedbergh; right to Dent and Hawes; and behind the camera to Casterton and Kirkby Lonsdale. There's also a cycle route sign for the Lakes and Dales Loop.
Barbon St Bartholomew Unusually the tower, which contains six bells, is at the east rather than west end.
Barbon St Bartholomew
Unusually the tower, which contains six bells, is at the east rather than west end.
Barbon St Bartholomew - interior There's a good if brief description on the Church Heritage Record <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://facultyonline.churchofengland.org/CHR/ChurchDetails.aspx?id=2057#Home" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://facultyonline.churchofengland.org/CHR/ChurchDetails.aspx?id=2057#Home">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> as well as the Historic England listing.
Barbon St Bartholomew - interior
There's a good if brief description on the Church Heritage Record LinkExternal link as well as the Historic England listing.
Barbon St Bartholomew - war memorial Even a small village like this lost seven men in the Great War.
Barbon St Bartholomew - war memorial
Even a small village like this lost seven men in the Great War.
Barbon St Bartholomew - Lord and Lady Shuttleworth's memorial Wooden panelling beneath the west window forms tribute to Ughtred James, 1st Baron Shuttleworth (1844-1939) and his wife Blanche (1851-1924) of Barbon Manor. I presume Lawrence and Edward named on the church's war memorial <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6981118">SD6382 : Barbon St Bartholomew - war memorial</a> were their sons.
Barbon St Bartholomew - Lord and Lady Shuttleworth's memorial
Wooden panelling beneath the west window forms tribute to Ughtred James, 1st Baron Shuttleworth (1844-1939) and his wife Blanche (1851-1924) of Barbon Manor. I presume Lawrence and Edward named on the church's war memorial SD6382 : Barbon St Bartholomew - war memorial were their sons.
Barbon St Bartholomew - west window "This window is dedicated to Louisa wife of Sir Woodbine Parish KCH by her daughter Blanche M Kay Shuttleworth". The Shuttleworths were Lords of the Manor, and Blanche is in her turn commemorated in the panelling below the window <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6981128">SD6382 : Barbon St Bartholomew - Lord and Lady Shuttleworth's memorial</a>. The central motif is the Good Shepherd, a popular one of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Barbon St Bartholomew - west window
"This window is dedicated to Louisa wife of Sir Woodbine Parish KCH by her daughter Blanche M Kay Shuttleworth". The Shuttleworths were Lords of the Manor, and Blanche is in her turn commemorated in the panelling below the window SD6382 : Barbon St Bartholomew - Lord and Lady Shuttleworth's memorial. The central motif is the Good Shepherd, a popular one of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Barbon St Bartholomew - small stained glass window "In memory of James Harrison St Stephen's Day 1900". James had been vicar of the parish since 1872.
Barbon St Bartholomew - small stained glass window
"In memory of James Harrison St Stephen's Day 1900". James had been vicar of the parish since 1872.
Barbon St Bartholomew - sundial In the church grounds.
Barbon St Bartholomew - sundial
In the church grounds.
Snow on the Fells An early morning view towards Brownthwaite and Casterton Fell from Whoop Hall. Overnight snow has changed the scene.
Snow on the Fells
An early morning view towards Brownthwaite and Casterton Fell from Whoop Hall. Overnight snow has changed the scene.
Barbon High and Low fells from Scout Hill Looking across Kirkby Lonsdale valley
Barbon High and Low fells from Scout Hill
Looking across Kirkby Lonsdale valley
Woodland track in Barbondale
Woodland track in Barbondale
Barbon Manor One-time home of the historian Roger Fulford, and featured in the annual Barbon hill-climb challenge.
Barbon Manor
One-time home of the historian Roger Fulford, and featured in the annual Barbon hill-climb challenge.
Barbon road sign Traditional metal posts - spot of rust. Hawes is a long way off. Barbon Manor in the distance.
Barbon road sign
Traditional metal posts - spot of rust. Hawes is a long way off. Barbon Manor in the distance.
Barbondale below Blindbeck Barbon Beck flows well in late summer.
Barbondale below Blindbeck
Barbon Beck flows well in late summer.
Path to Blindbeck Bridge Lovely path climbs gently up the dale from Barbon.
Path to Blindbeck Bridge
Lovely path climbs gently up the dale from Barbon.
The road from Barbon Manor The private access road from Barbon Manor to Barbon village near Pencil Brow; the Lune Valley is in the background. The road is also a public bridleway.
The road from Barbon Manor
The private access road from Barbon Manor to Barbon village near Pencil Brow; the Lune Valley is in the background. The road is also a public bridleway.
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Barbon is located at Grid Ref: SD6582 (Lat: 54.235881, Lng: -2.538332)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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