Kirkoswald

Civil Parish in Cumberland Eden

England

Kirkoswald

North Cumbria View View looking across farmland above Huddlesceugh Hall towards the North Lakes.
North Cumbria View Credit: Peter McDermott

Kirkoswald is a civil parish located in the county of Cumberland, England. It is situated in the northern part of the country, near the border with Scotland. The parish covers an area of approximately 10 square miles and is home to a population of around 500 people.

The village of Kirkoswald is the main settlement within the parish. It is a charming rural village with a long history dating back to the medieval period. The village is known for its picturesque setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. It has a traditional village square, lined with stone buildings and a village green.

The village is also home to the historic St. Oswald's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a prominent feature of the village, with its distinctive architecture and beautiful stained glass windows. It serves as a place of worship for the local community and attracts visitors with its historical significance.

In addition to its historical attractions, Kirkoswald offers a range of amenities for its residents and visitors. These include a primary school, a post office, a village hall, and several shops and pubs. The village is also well-connected to the surrounding areas, with good transport links and access to major roads.

Overall, Kirkoswald is a peaceful and picturesque civil parish with a rich history and a close-knit community. It offers a tranquil countryside setting and a range of amenities, making it an attractive place to live or visit.

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Kirkoswald Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.787845/-2.633828 or Grid Reference NY5943. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

North Cumbria View View looking across farmland above Huddlesceugh Hall towards the North Lakes.
North Cumbria View
View looking across farmland above Huddlesceugh Hall towards the North Lakes.
Haresceugh View looking towards Haresceugh and the Pennines.
Haresceugh
View looking towards Haresceugh and the Pennines.
Old Boundary Maker on Raven Bridge, Kirkoswald Parish Boundary Marker set in the parapet of Raven Bridge, Raven Beck, on the south side of the road. Inscribed KIRKOSWALD / HIGH QR on the left and RENWICK on the right with DIVI OF above. High Quarter was a division of Kirkoswald parish. Renwick parish was absorbed into Kirkoswald parish in 1934 so now this is entirely in Kirkoswald parish. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.geog.port.ac.uk/webmap/thelakes/photos/btf97.jpg" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.geog.port.ac.uk/webmap/thelakes/photos/btf97.jpg">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_KIRK01pb
Old Boundary Maker on Raven Bridge, Kirkoswald
Parish Boundary Marker set in the parapet of Raven Bridge, Raven Beck, on the south side of the road. Inscribed KIRKOSWALD / HIGH QR on the left and RENWICK on the right with DIVI OF above. High Quarter was a division of Kirkoswald parish. Renwick parish was absorbed into Kirkoswald parish in 1934 so now this is entirely in Kirkoswald parish. See also LinkExternal link. Milestone Society National ID: CU_KIRK01pb
All Saints Church, Renwick All Saints Church is located in Renwick in the Eden district of Cumbria. There has been a church on this site at Renwick since medieval times. The present church was built 1845-1846, replacing an earlier church of 1737. It is thought to be the fourth church on this site. The church has an unusual two decker pulpit, dating from c.1735.
All Saints Church, Renwick
All Saints Church is located in Renwick in the Eden district of Cumbria. There has been a church on this site at Renwick since medieval times. The present church was built 1845-1846, replacing an earlier church of 1737. It is thought to be the fourth church on this site. The church has an unusual two decker pulpit, dating from c.1735.
Scales Moor
Scales Moor
Scales Moor
Scales Moor
Scales Rigg
Scales Rigg
OS Benchmark or not In the position of an OS bench mark as marked on 1860s OS map yet lacking the central line of the arrow.
OS Benchmark or not
In the position of an OS bench mark as marked on 1860s OS map yet lacking the central line of the arrow.
Wall fragment with stile A curious feature close to the village of Renwick. A fence rises between fields beside which runs the route of a public footpath. The footpath crosses the barrier from one side to the other but at that point, and only there, the fencing is replaced by a short section of walling into which is built the stile.
Wall fragment with stile
A curious feature close to the village of Renwick. A fence rises between fields beside which runs the route of a public footpath. The footpath crosses the barrier from one side to the other but at that point, and only there, the fencing is replaced by a short section of walling into which is built the stile.
Low Mill in the valley of the Raven Beck Narrow back road that passes through Low Mill and Park Head.
Low Mill in the valley of the Raven Beck
Narrow back road that passes through Low Mill and Park Head.
Road to the School, Renwick
Road to the School, Renwick
Road to Townhead
Road to Townhead
Middle Moor Fields in Middle Moor.
Middle Moor
Fields in Middle Moor.
Briggle Beck The head of Briggle Beck.
Briggle Beck
The head of Briggle Beck.
Lincowell Barns on the road near Lincowell.
Lincowell
Barns on the road near Lincowell.
Dyrah Hill Fields beneath Dyrah Hill.
Dyrah Hill
Fields beneath Dyrah Hill.
Longmoor Gate Fields at Longmoor Gate near Renwick.
Longmoor Gate
Fields at Longmoor Gate near Renwick.
Renwick Track near Gibson's Well at Renwick.
Renwick
Track near Gibson's Well at Renwick.
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Kirkoswald is located at Grid Ref: NY5943 (Lat: 54.787845, Lng: -2.633828)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Eden

Police Authority: Cumbria

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