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Egremont

Civil Parish in Cumberland Copeland

England

Egremont

A grassy field near Loughrigg farm
A grassy field near Loughrigg farm Credit: David Medcalf

Egremont is a civil parish located in the county of Cumberland, England. It is situated in the western part of the county, near the coast of the Irish Sea. The parish covers an area of approximately 4 square miles and has a population of around 6,000 residents.

Egremont is known for its rich history, dating back to Roman times. The area was once a major center for iron mining and steel production, with several mines and furnaces operating in the 19th century. Today, remnants of this industrial past can still be seen in the form of old mine buildings and railway tracks.

The town of Egremont itself is a charming and picturesque place, with a mix of historic buildings and modern amenities. It has a traditional market square, where a weekly market takes place, offering a variety of goods and produce. The town also has a range of shops, cafes, and pubs, providing for the needs and entertainment of its residents.

Surrounded by beautiful countryside, Egremont offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. The nearby Lake District National Park provides stunning landscapes and walking trails for nature enthusiasts. Additionally, the coast offers sandy beaches and coastal walks, making it a popular destination for tourists.

Overall, Egremont is a vibrant and historic parish with a close-knit community, offering a mix of history, natural beauty, and modern amenities.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.494415/-3.534248 or Grid Reference NY0012. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A grassy field near Loughrigg farm
A grassy field near Loughrigg farm
The road junction at Loughrigg There is information about the type of signpost here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4562007" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4562007">Link</a>
The road junction at Loughrigg
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Wireless masts near Bigrigg Why do they need two masts? Neither seems to be 'full' of aerials.
Wireless masts near Bigrigg
Why do they need two masts? Neither seems to be 'full' of aerials.
A reservoir near Bigrigg The grass bank makes it unobtrusive in the landscape.
A reservoir near Bigrigg
The grass bank makes it unobtrusive in the landscape.
Egremont Castle
Egremont Castle
Blackhow Bridge Wainwright's Coast to Coast Path uses Blackhow Bridge to cross the River Ehen at Cleator.
Blackhow Bridge
Wainwright's Coast to Coast Path uses Blackhow Bridge to cross the River Ehen at Cleator.
Kiln Brow, Cleator Wainwright's Coast to Coast Path at the Junction of Main Street and Kiln Brow, Cleator
Kiln Brow, Cleator
Wainwright's Coast to Coast Path at the Junction of Main Street and Kiln Brow, Cleator
St Leonard's Church St Leonard's Church, Cleator
St Leonard's Church
St Leonard's Church, Cleator
River Keekle River Keekle looking downstream from Wainwright's Coast to Coast Path in Church Street, Cleator
River Keekle
River Keekle looking downstream from Wainwright's Coast to Coast Path in Church Street, Cleator
Coast to Coast Path Wainwright's Coast to Coast Path follows Church Street between Wainwright Passage and Cleator
Coast to Coast Path
Wainwright's Coast to Coast Path follows Church Street between Wainwright Passage and Cleator
Former railway bridge Former overbridge of the Cleator and Furness Railway, the trackbed is now used as part of Cycle Route 72.
Former railway bridge
Former overbridge of the Cleator and Furness Railway, the trackbed is now used as part of Cycle Route 72.
Egremont: site of former station, 1994 View NE at the roundabout on the A595 Barrow- Whitehaven road. The station had been just up to the left here: ex-LNW & Furness Joint, Whitehaven, Cleator & Egremont line; Moor Row (to left) - Sellafield (to right). The station (and line) had a complex history, being first closed to passengers 7/1/35, but reopened for workmen 11/3/40, for the public 6/5/46 - 16/6/47, but again for workmen 23/5/49 - 6/9/65, for schools 3/3/69. It and the line remained for goods until 15/6/72. (!)
Egremont: site of former station, 1994
View NE at the roundabout on the A595 Barrow- Whitehaven road. The station had been just up to the left here: ex-LNW & Furness Joint, Whitehaven, Cleator & Egremont line; Moor Row (to left) - Sellafield (to right). The station (and line) had a complex history, being first closed to passengers 7/1/35, but reopened for workmen 11/3/40, for the public 6/5/46 - 16/6/47, but again for workmen 23/5/49 - 6/9/65, for schools 3/3/69. It and the line remained for goods until 15/6/72. (!)
New Houses in Egremont These new houses overlook the bypass round Egremont.
New Houses in Egremont
These new houses overlook the bypass round Egremont.
Egremont The main street of Egremont.
Egremont
The main street of Egremont.
Lime Kiln in Clints Wood A fine industrial building next to the road into Woodend.
Lime Kiln in Clints Wood
A fine industrial building next to the road into Woodend.
Clints Quarry NNR The quarry is a scheduled Site of Special Scientific Interest and is of considerable botanical importance as well as geological. The fallen blocks of stone that may be seen contain a variety of fossils – Brachiopods and corals. Clints was mentioned in a 1909 prospectus for the Workington Iron & Steel Company. The limestone which was easily quarried, was used in blast furnaces to make steel in the heyday of the Acid Bessemer process between 1850 and 1890. It was transported from the quarry by rail from a siding off the L & N.W. Junction Railway.
Clints Quarry NNR
The quarry is a scheduled Site of Special Scientific Interest and is of considerable botanical importance as well as geological. The fallen blocks of stone that may be seen contain a variety of fossils – Brachiopods and corals. Clints was mentioned in a 1909 prospectus for the Workington Iron & Steel Company. The limestone which was easily quarried, was used in blast furnaces to make steel in the heyday of the Acid Bessemer process between 1850 and 1890. It was transported from the quarry by rail from a siding off the L & N.W. Junction Railway.
Clints Quarry Bridge This bridge once allowed the quarry siding to link up with the London & North Western (and Furness, Whitehaven, Cleator & Egremont) Junction Railway next to the Ehen Valley Siding. Limestone was then taken from here to the blast furnaces at Workington Iron & Steel Works. Quarrying ceased in 1930 and the track was soon taken up, so now only the bridge remains.
Clints Quarry Bridge
This bridge once allowed the quarry siding to link up with the London & North Western (and Furness, Whitehaven, Cleator & Egremont) Junction Railway next to the Ehen Valley Siding. Limestone was then taken from here to the blast furnaces at Workington Iron & Steel Works. Quarrying ceased in 1930 and the track was soon taken up, so now only the bridge remains.
Egremont Castle Typical motte and bailey castle - the keep has gone but the inner bailey survives. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://ecastles.co.uk/egremont.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://ecastles.co.uk/egremont.html">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>
Egremont Castle
Typical motte and bailey castle - the keep has gone but the inner bailey survives. LinkExternal link
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Egremont is located at Grid Ref: NY0012 (Lat: 54.494415, Lng: -3.534248)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Copeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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