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Distington

Civil Parish in Cumberland Copeland

England

Distington

A595 north east of Lowca
A595 north east of Lowca Credit: Colin Pyle

Distington is a civil parish located in the county of Cumberland, in the northwestern part of England. It is situated about three miles southwest of the town of Workington, and covers an area of approximately 7.5 square miles. The parish is predominantly rural, with a population of around 2,500 people.

The landscape of Distington is characterized by rolling hills and fertile farmland, interspersed with small villages and hamlets. The area is known for its picturesque scenery and natural beauty, with many opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing.

The main settlement within the parish is the village of Distington, which serves as the administrative center. The village has a range of amenities including a primary school, a church, a community center, and a few local shops and businesses. There are also several traditional pubs in the area, which are popular gathering places for residents and visitors alike.

Historically, Distington was a coal mining area, and evidence of this industry can still be seen in the form of disused mines and mining relics scattered throughout the countryside. Today, the parish is primarily residential, with a mix of old and new housing developments.

Overall, Distington offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a rural lifestyle, while still being within easy reach of larger towns and cities for employment and other amenities.

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A595 north east of Lowca
A595 north east of Lowca
A595 at Distington
A595 at Distington
Distington War Memorial Distington War Memorial commemorates the fallen of Distington, Pica, Winscales and Dyonside. It was unveiled on 16th of April 1921 by Major C A Valentine TD, of Ellerkeld, Workington, and dedicated by the Reverend T Foster Edwards. The memorial commemorates 53 local servicemen who lost their lives in the First World War. It was made by Messrs Beattie and Co. and paid for by public subscription. Later, the monument was further dedicated to 21 local men who were killed in the Second World War. The memorial was restored in 1992 and was moved a short distance from its original location in 2001 due to road improvements.
Distington War Memorial
Distington War Memorial commemorates the fallen of Distington, Pica, Winscales and Dyonside. It was unveiled on 16th of April 1921 by Major C A Valentine TD, of Ellerkeld, Workington, and dedicated by the Reverend T Foster Edwards. The memorial commemorates 53 local servicemen who lost their lives in the First World War. It was made by Messrs Beattie and Co. and paid for by public subscription. Later, the monument was further dedicated to 21 local men who were killed in the Second World War. The memorial was restored in 1992 and was moved a short distance from its original location in 2001 due to road improvements.
Old Milestone by the A595, south of Distington Metal plate attached to stone post by the A595, in parish of DISTINGTON (COPELAND District), Common End, near first house and signs to Workington Crematorium; North of Boot Bridge, on grass verge, on West side of road. Whitehaven plate stone, erected by the Whitehaven turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : TO WORKINGTON / 4 / TO COCKERMOUTH / 10 MILES : : {plate missing} (WHITEHAVEN / 4) : Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1336037 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1336037" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1336037">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> Milestone Society National ID: CU_WHWO04
Old Milestone by the A595, south of Distington
Metal plate attached to stone post by the A595, in parish of DISTINGTON (COPELAND District), Common End, near first house and signs to Workington Crematorium; North of Boot Bridge, on grass verge, on West side of road. Whitehaven plate stone, erected by the Whitehaven turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : TO WORKINGTON / 4 / TO COCKERMOUTH / 10 MILES : : {plate missing} (WHITEHAVEN / 4) : Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1336037 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: CU_WHWO04
Lay-by on A595 heading to Whitehaven
Lay-by on A595 heading to Whitehaven
Distington (Joint) station, with train 1951 View SW, towards Cleator Moor (Cleator & Workington Junction Railway, with excursion train returning to Carlisle from Egremont headed by LMS 4F 0-6-0 No. 44461 (built 5/28, withdrawn 9/64). The line to the left is to Rowrah and Kelton Fell.
Distington (Joint) station, with train 1951
View SW, towards Cleator Moor (Cleator & Workington Junction Railway, with excursion train returning to Carlisle from Egremont headed by LMS 4F 0-6-0 No. 44461 (built 5/28, withdrawn 9/64). The line to the left is to Rowrah and Kelton Fell.
Distington (Joint) station, 1951 View SW, towards Cleator Moor (ahead), left to Rowrah and Kelton Fell also WC&E line to Parton and Ullock. The station was closed finally 13/4/31 (goods C&WJ 1/7/63). Passenger services were withdrawn during the 1920s; goods gradually during the 20s and 30s, and to Cleator Moor until 9/61, then only as a diversionary route. (See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5325623">NY0124 : Distington (Joint) station, with train 1951</a>).
Distington (Joint) station, 1951
View SW, towards Cleator Moor (ahead), left to Rowrah and Kelton Fell also WC&E line to Parton and Ullock. The station was closed finally 13/4/31 (goods C&WJ 1/7/63). Passenger services were withdrawn during the 1920s; goods gradually during the 20s and 30s, and to Cleator Moor until 9/61, then only as a diversionary route. (See also NY0124 : Distington (Joint) station, with train 1951).
Old Milestone by the A595, south of Distington Metal plate attached to stone post by the A595, in parish of DISTINGTON (COPELAND District), Common End, near first house and signs to Workington Crematorium; North of Boot Bridge, on grass verge, on West side of road. Whitehaven plate stone, erected by the Whitehaven turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : TO WORKINGTON / 4 / TO COCKERMOUTH / 10 MILES : : {plate missing} (WHITEHAVEN / 4) : Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1336037 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1336037" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1336037">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> Milestone Society National ID: CU_WHWO04.
Old Milestone by the A595, south of Distington
Metal plate attached to stone post by the A595, in parish of DISTINGTON (COPELAND District), Common End, near first house and signs to Workington Crematorium; North of Boot Bridge, on grass verge, on West side of road. Whitehaven plate stone, erected by the Whitehaven turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : TO WORKINGTON / 4 / TO COCKERMOUTH / 10 MILES : : {plate missing} (WHITEHAVEN / 4) : Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1336037 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: CU_WHWO04.
Old Milestone by the A595, north of Distington Metal plates attached to stone post by the A595, in parish of WINSCALES (ALLERDALE District), East of secondary school, Distington T-junction, in front of Toyota garage, on grass verge, on North West side of road, East of new roundabout. Whitehaven plate stone, erected by the Whitehaven turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : TO WORKINGTON / 3 / TO COCKERMOUTH / 9 MILES : : TO / WHITEHAVEN / 5 MILES : Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1312130 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1312130" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1312130">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> Milestone Society National ID: CU_WHWO05.
Old Milestone by the A595, north of Distington
Metal plates attached to stone post by the A595, in parish of WINSCALES (ALLERDALE District), East of secondary school, Distington T-junction, in front of Toyota garage, on grass verge, on North West side of road, East of new roundabout. Whitehaven plate stone, erected by the Whitehaven turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : TO WORKINGTON / 3 / TO COCKERMOUTH / 9 MILES : : TO / WHITEHAVEN / 5 MILES : Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1312130 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: CU_WHWO05.
Car park, Distington Hall Crematorium
Car park, Distington Hall Crematorium
The lane to Pica
The lane to Pica
The remains of works near Wilson Park
The remains of works near Wilson Park
Keekle High Bridge Looking upstream
Keekle High Bridge
Looking upstream
Partially Hidden Railway bridge over the River Keekle, part of the old Cleator & Workington Junction Railway.
Partially Hidden
Railway bridge over the River Keekle, part of the old Cleator & Workington Junction Railway.
Pica village Pica is an old mining community situated 182m asl.
Pica village
Pica is an old mining community situated 182m asl.
Railway Bridge Abutments Stone abutments are all that remain of the bridge that carried the Cleator & Workington Junction Railway.
Railway Bridge Abutments
Stone abutments are all that remain of the bridge that carried the Cleator & Workington Junction Railway.
Country lane near Gilgarren Farmland belonging to Kelmore Hill Farm on the right of the hedge.
Country lane near Gilgarren
Farmland belonging to Kelmore Hill Farm on the right of the hedge.
Road into Gilgarren
Road into Gilgarren
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Distington is located at Grid Ref: NY0122 (Lat: 54.588868, Lng: -3.522288)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Copeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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