Burtholme

Civil Parish in Cumberland Carlisle

England

Burtholme

Burthinghurst Farmhouse and farm shed.
Burthinghurst Credit: Rose and Trev Clough

Burtholme is a civil parish located in the county of Cumberland, England. Situated in the northern part of the country, it lies within the district of Eden. The parish covers an area of approximately 15 square kilometers and is home to a small population.

Burtholme is characterized by its picturesque countryside, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and charming villages. The landscape is dotted with traditional stone houses and quaint farms, adding to the area's rural charm. The parish is surrounded by natural beauty, including the nearby North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the stunning Eden Valley.

The economy of Burtholme is largely based on agriculture, with farming being the primary industry. The fertile soil and favorable climate in the area support the cultivation of crops and the rearing of livestock. The parish also benefits from its proximity to the market town of Brampton, which provides additional employment opportunities and services for the local community.

Burtholme is well-connected to neighboring towns and cities through a network of roads, making it easily accessible. The area offers a range of recreational activities for residents and visitors alike, including walking, hiking, and cycling in the surrounding countryside. The parish is also close to Hadrian's Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage site, which attracts tourists from around the world.

Overall, Burtholme is a charming and idyllic civil parish in Cumberland, offering a peaceful and scenic setting for its residents and visitors to enjoy.

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Burtholme Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.976014/-2.698486 or Grid Reference NY5564. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Burthinghurst Farmhouse and farm shed.
Burthinghurst
Farmhouse and farm shed.
Stable block, Kingwater Equestrian Centre
Stable block, Kingwater Equestrian Centre
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (1) Tomb of Elizabeth Dacre Howard (detail). See also: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3190932">NY5563 : Child's Tomb, Lanercost Priory</a> .
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (1)
Tomb of Elizabeth Dacre Howard (detail). See also: NY5563 : Child's Tomb, Lanercost Priory .
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (2) Tomb of Sir Humphrey & Lady Mabel Dacre.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (2)
Tomb of Sir Humphrey & Lady Mabel Dacre.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (3) Tomb of Sir Humphrey & Lady Mabel Dacre and part of the North Transept.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (3)
Tomb of Sir Humphrey & Lady Mabel Dacre and part of the North Transept.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (4) Remains of the east window.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (4)
Remains of the east window.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (5) The ruined east end with (to left) the Priory Church of St Mary Magdalene - see also: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/445357">NY5563 : Lanercost Priory, ruined chancel</a> .
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (5)
The ruined east end with (to left) the Priory Church of St Mary Magdalene - see also: NY5563 : Lanercost Priory, ruined chancel .
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (6) Remains of monk's dining room - the arched doorway gives access to the undercroft.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (6)
Remains of monk's dining room - the arched doorway gives access to the undercroft.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (7) Lands adjoining the Priory are still used as a working farm.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (7)
Lands adjoining the Priory are still used as a working farm.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (8) Dacre tower- part of the family residence created by Thomas Dacre after dissolution of the Priory in 1538.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (8)
Dacre tower- part of the family residence created by Thomas Dacre after dissolution of the Priory in 1538.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (9) The undercroft - see also: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3190829">NY5563 : Lanercost Priory Refectory Undercroft</a> .
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (9)
The undercroft - see also: NY5563 : Lanercost Priory Refectory Undercroft .
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (10) Dacre Hall - east wall. A residence built by the Dacre family from the former monastic west range. Now in use as the village hall.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (10)
Dacre Hall - east wall. A residence built by the Dacre family from the former monastic west range. Now in use as the village hall.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (11) Priory Church of St Mary Magdalene (1) - north choir pews. Above the pews can be seen the memorial to Charles Howard (see: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3190777">NY5563 : Lanercost Priory Church, Memorial to Charles Howard</a> ).
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (11)
Priory Church of St Mary Magdalene (1) - north choir pews. Above the pews can be seen the memorial to Charles Howard (see: NY5563 : Lanercost Priory Church, Memorial to Charles Howard ).
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (12) Priory Church of St Mary Magdalene (2) - south choir pews.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (12)
Priory Church of St Mary Magdalene (2) - south choir pews.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (13) Priory Church of St Mary Magdalene (3) - view down the nave to the west door. For a view to the east window, see: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3190753">NY5563 : Lanercost Priory Church (Nave and East Window)</a> .
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (13)
Priory Church of St Mary Magdalene (3) - view down the nave to the west door. For a view to the east window, see: NY5563 : Lanercost Priory Church (Nave and East Window) .
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (14) Priory Church of St Mary Magdalene (4) - altar and William Morris designed dossal. Commissioned by the 9th Earl of Carlisle from his friend and arts & crafts artist William Morris, the dossal was hung on Easter Day 1887.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (14)
Priory Church of St Mary Magdalene (4) - altar and William Morris designed dossal. Commissioned by the 9th Earl of Carlisle from his friend and arts & crafts artist William Morris, the dossal was hung on Easter Day 1887.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (15) Priory Church of St Mary Magdalene (5) - detail from the William Morris dossal.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (15)
Priory Church of St Mary Magdalene (5) - detail from the William Morris dossal.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (16) Priory Church of St Mary Magdalene (6) - nave and north side pews.
Lanercost Priory - March 2016 (16)
Priory Church of St Mary Magdalene (6) - nave and north side pews.
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Burtholme is located at Grid Ref: NY5564 (Lat: 54.976014, Lng: -2.698486)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Carlisle

Police Authority: Cumbria

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