Watson's Park

Wood, Forest in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Watson's Park

Gate at High Nest On the path from Latrigg stone circle — Gate at High Nest Credit: Raymond Knapman

Watson's Park, Cumberland, also known as Wood or Forest, is a picturesque park located in the town of Cumberland, England. Spanning over a vast area, the park is a haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life.

The park is characterized by its lush greenery and dense woodland, providing a serene setting for visitors to explore and enjoy the beauty of nature. Tall, majestic trees tower over the landscape, casting a soothing shade on the well-maintained paths that wind through the park. These paths offer an opportunity for leisurely strolls or invigorating jogs, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the peaceful ambiance.

Watson's Park is not only a place of natural beauty but also offers amenities to enhance the visitor experience. The park features spacious picnic areas, complete with benches and tables, ideal for family outings or social gatherings. Additionally, there are well-equipped playgrounds for children, providing a safe and fun environment for them to play and explore.

For those with a love for wildlife, the park is home to a variety of fauna. Visitors can spot various species of birds, squirrels, and other small animals as they wander through the forested areas. The park's management has also taken measures to preserve the natural habitat, making it an ideal spot for birdwatchers and nature photographers.

Overall, Watson's Park in Cumberland is a place of natural beauty and tranquility. With its lush woodlands, well-maintained paths, picnic areas, and playgrounds, it offers a perfect escape for individuals and families seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of nature.

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Watson's Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.588549/-3.123114 or Grid Reference NY2722. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gate at High Nest

On the path from Latrigg stone circle

Raymond Knapman

Derwentwater viewed from path at Castlerigg

The path leads on through the Great Wood

Raymond Knapman

Heatwave at Calfclose Bay

Unusual weather at Derwent Water

Raymond Knapman

A stream enters Calfclose Bay

Catbells seen in background

Raymond Knapman

Boardwalk at The Ings

Raymond Knapman

Peaceful scene at Strandshag Bay

Path junction for Friars Crag and car park at Cockshot Wood

Raymond Knapman

Lunchtime in the Market Square in Keswick

Moot Hall seen in background

Raymond Knapman

The tunnel under the A66 viaduct near Keswick

Raymond Knapman

Derwent Water from Friar's Crag

Clive Nicholson

Pasture on the south side of Stable Hills Farm

The path takes walkers past Stable Hills into this pasture and along the edge of this field near Derwent Water.

Clive Nicholson

Keswick Leisure Pool

Looking very deserted as closed on Mondays.

Oliver Dixon

Keswick Station as was

The station was formerly a station on the Cockermouth, Keswick and Penrith railway. Much of the station was demolished when the station was closed in 1972; the remainder, a grade II listed structure, is used as the annexe of a hotel. The station stands at one end of a very popular railway path for cyclists and walkers.

Oliver Dixon

Old lamp standard

An old lamp standard, possibly a gas light, stands on the platform of the old Keswick Station.

Oliver Dixon

River Greta

Looking upstream from a bridge on the Keswick to Threlkeld Railway Path. Calvert's Bridge stands a short distance upstream. Latrigg NY2724 rises in the background.

Oliver Dixon

Approach to the Bobbin Mill Tunnel

The Bobbin Mill Tunnel was originally one of the two tunnels on the Cockermouth, Keswick and Penrith railway line. The line was closed in 1972. The Greta viaduct in the background carries the A66 over the River Greta and was completed in 1977. It was voted "Best Concrete Engineering Structure of the Century" by "Concrete" magazine. Subsequently a path was constructed along the line of the old railway line from Keswick as far as Threlkeld. It was thought that the integrity of the tunnel might have been compromised by the viaduct construction and it was sealed off. An alternative route for the path was installed on a wooden walkway round the outside of the spur. The walkway was destroyed by Storm Desmond in 2015. When the path was reconstructed, it was determined that the tunnel was safe after all and was incorporated into the path. The path forms part of the C2C cycle route (National Cycle Network route 71) and is very popular with walkers and cyclists.

Oliver Dixon

West portal of the Bobbin Mill Tunnel

The Bobbin Mill Tunnel was originally one of the two tunnels on the Cockermouth, Keswick and Penrith railway line and was dug through a spur on the banks of the river Greta. The line was closed in 1972. In 1977, the Greta viaduct on the Keswick By-pass was constructed over the River Greta at a higher level, spanning the spur through which the tunnel was built. It was voted "Best Concrete Engineering Structure of the Century" by "Concrete" magazine. Subsequently a path was constructed along the line of the old railway line from Keswick as far as Threlkeld. It was thought that the integrity of the tunnel might have been compromised by the viaduct construction and it was sealed off. An alternative route for the path was installed on a wooden walkway round the outside of the spur. The walkway was destroyed by Storm Desmond in 2015. When the path was reconstructed, it was determined that the tunnel was safe after all and was incorporated into the path. The path forms part of the C2C cycle route (National Cycle Network route 71) and is very popular with walkers and cyclists.

Oliver Dixon