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Upper Denton

Civil Parish in Cumberland Carlisle

England

Upper Denton

Turf Wall and Vallum at High House, Hadrian's Wall Earthworks of the turf wall and vallum lie next to each other. Turf wall on right and vallum on the left.
Turf Wall and Vallum at High House, Hadrian's Wall Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Upper Denton 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 Carlisle. The village of Upper Denton itself is nestled in the scenic countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque landscapes.

The parish covers an area of approximately 4 square kilometers and has a population of around 200 residents. The village is predominantly rural, with a small number of residential properties and agricultural farmland. The community is known for its tranquility and peaceful atmosphere, offering a retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Upper Denton has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to ancient times. The area is home to several historic landmarks, including St. Cuthbert's Church, a Grade II listed building that dates back to the 12th century. The church's architecture showcases Norman influences and provides a glimpse into the area's past.

While Upper Denton is primarily a residential area, it benefits from its close proximity to larger towns and cities. The parish is located just a short drive away from the market town of Brampton, which offers a range of amenities including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities.

Overall, Upper Denton is a charming and idyllic village that provides a peaceful living environment for its residents. With its stunning natural surroundings and rich historical heritage, it offers a glimpse into the beauty and tranquility of rural Cumberland.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.980283/-2.598871 or Grid Reference NY6165. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Turf Wall and Vallum at High House, Hadrian's Wall Earthworks of the turf wall and vallum lie next to each other. Turf wall on right and vallum on the left.
Turf Wall and Vallum at High House, Hadrian's Wall
Earthworks of the turf wall and vallum lie next to each other. Turf wall on right and vallum on the left.
Birdoswald West, Turret 49b on Hadrian's Wall This turret replaced an earlier one on the nearby turf wall.
Birdoswald West, Turret 49b on Hadrian's Wall
This turret replaced an earlier one on the nearby turf wall.
Eastern Gate at Birdoswald Roman Fort Similar angle but more than 40 years later than <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6747428">NY6166 : Eastern Gate at Birdoswald Roman Fort</a>. The tree behind the gateway is now much smaller than it was in the 1970's.
Eastern Gate at Birdoswald Roman Fort
Similar angle but more than 40 years later than NY6166 : Eastern Gate at Birdoswald Roman Fort. The tree behind the gateway is now much smaller than it was in the 1970's.
Footbridge over the River Irthing View from the north.
Footbridge over the River Irthing
View from the north.
Roman bridge abutment at Willowford Hadrian's Wall was carried over the River Irthing at this point.
Roman bridge abutment at Willowford
Hadrian's Wall was carried over the River Irthing at this point.
Inscribed Roman stone and plaque at Willowford Farm The stone would have been built into Hadrian's Wall to denote which cohurt had constructed this section of the wall.
Inscribed Roman stone and plaque at Willowford Farm
The stone would have been built into Hadrian's Wall to denote which cohurt had constructed this section of the wall.
Willowford West Turret 48b on Hadrian's Wall View from south west.
Willowford West Turret 48b on Hadrian's Wall
View from south west.
Hadrian's Wall at Willowford This section of the wall includes a length of narrow wall sitting on top of a broad wall foundation. As the wall was being construction changes were incorporated into the original design. Here the planned broad wall was replaced by a narrower wall. This would have saved time, effort and resources.
Hadrian's Wall at Willowford
This section of the wall includes a length of narrow wall sitting on top of a broad wall foundation. As the wall was being construction changes were incorporated into the original design. Here the planned broad wall was replaced by a narrower wall. This would have saved time, effort and resources.
Willowford East Turret 48a View from south west.
Willowford East Turret 48a
View from south west.
Poltross Burn Roman Milecastle Well preserved milecastle on Hadrian's Wall.
Poltross Burn Roman Milecastle
Well preserved milecastle on Hadrian's Wall.
Lay-by on the A69 near Gilsland
Lay-by on the A69 near Gilsland
Path by the railway This closely fenced public footpath beside the Newcastle to Carlisle Railway is part of The Hadrian's Wall Path National Trail. Part of the remains of Poltross Burn Milecastle on the Roman Wall can be discerned in the background.
Path by the railway
This closely fenced public footpath beside the Newcastle to Carlisle Railway is part of The Hadrian's Wall Path National Trail. Part of the remains of Poltross Burn Milecastle on the Roman Wall can be discerned in the background.
Harrows Scar Milecastle Harrows Scar Milecastle, officially numbered Milecastle 49 on Hadrian’s Wall, is a scheduled ancient monument and stands at the top of a steep escarpment above the Irthing Valley. The site is bisected by the track that leads to Underheugh Farm which is also the Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail.
Harrows Scar Milecastle
Harrows Scar Milecastle, officially numbered Milecastle 49 on Hadrian’s Wall, is a scheduled ancient monument and stands at the top of a steep escarpment above the Irthing Valley. The site is bisected by the track that leads to Underheugh Farm which is also the Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail.
Corner of field on south side of road east of High Town Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark levelled at 123.904m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1955 on the stone wall at the far side of the field, about 3m from the fence
Corner of field on south side of road east of High Town
Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark levelled at 123.904m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1955 on the stone wall at the far side of the field, about 3m from the fence
Gateway to field and woodland with footpath to Denton Mains
Gateway to field and woodland with footpath to Denton Mains
View of train over field gate on south side of road south of Denton Mains The train is a Northern Carlisle to Newcastle service using Class 156/0 Super Sprinter number 156447. The notice on the gate advises Network Rail personnel that they would be trespassing without prior permission to access the railway from here.
View of train over field gate on south side of road south of Denton Mains
The train is a Northern Carlisle to Newcastle service using Class 156/0 Super Sprinter number 156447. The notice on the gate advises Network Rail personnel that they would be trespassing without prior permission to access the railway from here.
Benchmark on boulder in field beside fence on SE side of road SW of Denton Mains Ordnance Survey rivet benchmark levelled at 123.042m above Newlyn Datum verified 1955.
Benchmark on boulder in field beside fence on SE side of road SW of Denton Mains
Ordnance Survey rivet benchmark levelled at 123.042m above Newlyn Datum verified 1955.
Field on SE side of road NE of High Town There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7468506">NY6064 : Benchmark on boulder in field beside fence on SE side of road SW of Denton Mains</a> on the boulder near the fence in the right foreground
Field on SE side of road NE of High Town
There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark NY6064 : Benchmark on boulder in field beside fence on SE side of road SW of Denton Mains on the boulder near the fence in the right foreground
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Upper Denton is located at Grid Ref: NY6165 (Lat: 54.980283, Lng: -2.598871)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Carlisle

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Upper Denton
Crossing Barrier: half
Crossing Bell: yes
Crossing Light: yes
Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 54.980332/-2.6054978
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Upper Denton (E bound)
Local Ref: AT
Naptan AtcoCode: 090033391364
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Upper Denton (E bound)
Naptan Indicator: at
Naptan Landmark: junction to Upper Denton
Naptan NaptanCode: cumatgjd
Naptan Street: No name
Naptan Verified: no
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Lat/Long: 54.9812409/-2.6008308
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Upper Denton (W bound)
Naptan AtcoCode: 090033393628
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Upper Denton (W bound)
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: junction to Upper Denton
Naptan NaptanCode: cumatgjg
Naptan Street: No name
Naptan Verified: no
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Lat/Long: 54.9811353/-2.600714
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Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 54.9815563/-2.6010897
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Grit Bin
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Upper Denton
Crossing Barrier: half
Crossing Bell: yes
Crossing Light: yes
Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 54.9803405/-2.6053745
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Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 54.9815213/-2.6010701
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Mains Rigg Roman signal tower
Archaeological Site: fortification
Historic: archaeological_site
Historic Civilization: ancient_roman
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