Broughton East

Civil Parish in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

Broughton East

Homemade sign to a tiny community What a unique signpost to a handful of buildings in a totally rural setting — Homemade sign to a tiny community Credit: Andrew Shannon

Broughton East is a civil parish located in the county of Lancashire, England. It is situated in the Ribble Valley district, approximately 10 miles north of the city of Preston. The parish covers an area of about 4 square miles and has a population of around 500 residents.

The village of Broughton East is the main settlement within the civil parish. It is a quaint and picturesque village, known for its rural charm and peaceful atmosphere. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and farmland that adds to its scenic beauty.

Broughton East is home to a few amenities, including a local pub, a primary school, and a village hall. The village hall serves as a community center and hosts various events and activities throughout the year, bringing the residents together.

The parish is well-connected by road, with the A6 passing through the village, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. The M6 motorway is also within close proximity, offering further connectivity and accessibility to the wider region.

The area is known for its rich history, with several historic buildings and landmarks scattered throughout the parish. These include the Grade I listed Broughton Tower, a 14th-century fortified manor house, and the 16th-century Broughton Parish Church, with its stunning architecture and historical significance.

Overall, Broughton East offers a peaceful and idyllic countryside setting, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a quieter lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of larger towns and cities.

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Broughton East Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.216618/-2.959552 or Grid Reference SD3780. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Homemade sign to a tiny community

What a unique signpost to a handful of buildings in a totally rural setting

Andrew Shannon

Footpath ladder above Speel Bank

Ladder to the sky in a beautiful rural setting

Andrew Shannon

Wall Nook cottages

Quiet ultra rural peaceful scene

Andrew Shannon

Old signpost and milestone

At the junction of Green Lane (A590) and Pease Close Lane

Eirian Evans

Public bridleway on Great Allotment

Adrian Taylor

Road near High Gateside

The minor road from Low Wood to Cartmel and Field Broughton.

Adrian Taylor

Gateway near High Gateside

This gateway is at the end of a little used access drive to Greenhurst. The gate posts are made from blocks of limestone. A public footpath runs through the gate and there is an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark at the bottom of the right hand gatepost (photograph SD3781 : Benchmark, High Gateside).

Adrian Taylor

Benchmark, High Gateside

Detail of an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the east gatepost of the driveway to Greenhurst. The benchmark marks a height of 106.2786m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn last verified in 1972 (location photograph SD3781 : Gateway near High Gateside).

Adrian Taylor

Ford near High Cark Hall

Crossed by a public bridleway, a small stone clapper bridge is provided for pedestrians.

Adrian Taylor

Cumbria Coastal Way, Speel Bank

The gate, on the footpath between Grassgarth and Speel Bank Farm is, like almost all the gates on and adjacent to public rights of way in this area, marred by an unwelcoming sign warning against trespass. Far from the sea and more than 150m (500 feet) above sea level, this footpath is nevertheless the route of The Cumbria Coastal Way and the link between established sections of the England Coast Path. This section of the England Coast Path has not yet been defined due to protracted negotiations with Holker Estates.

Adrian Taylor

Rocks near Speel Bank

The small wooden waymark post to the left of the photograph marks the route of the public footpath from Speel Bank Farm to Grassgarth. Far from the sea and more than 150m (500 feet) above sea level, this footpath is nevertheless the route of The Cumbria Coastal Way and the link between established sections of the England Coast Path. This section of the England Coast Path has not yet been defined due to negotiations with Holker Estates proving difficult to conclude.

Adrian Taylor

Footpath near Speel Bank

This is the route of the public footpath from Speel Bank Farm to Grassgarth. Far from the sea and more than 150m (500 feet) above sea level, this upland footpath is the route of The Cumbria Coastal Way and the link between established sections of the England Coast Path. This section of the England Coast Path has not yet been defined due to difficulties in negotiating a satisfactory coastal route through land managed by Holker Estates.

Adrian Taylor