Berry's Plantation

Wood, Forest in Cumberland Carlisle

England

Berry's Plantation

Brampton town centre
Brampton town centre Credit: Steven Brown

Berry's Plantation is a historic site located in Cumberland County, within the Wood Forest region of England. This plantation holds significant importance due to its rich historical background and natural beauty. Situated amidst lush greenery, it spans over a vast area of land.

The origins of Berry's Plantation can be traced back to the 17th century when it was established as a commercial enterprise. It primarily focused on cultivating various crops, including tobacco, sugar, and cotton. The plantation thrived under the ownership of the Berry family for several generations, becoming a prominent economic force in the region.

Today, Berry's Plantation stands as a testament to the bygone era of plantation agriculture. Visitors can explore the well-preserved remnants of the original plantation, including the main house, barns, and slave quarters. These structures provide valuable insights into the working and living conditions of the plantation's inhabitants.

The natural beauty of the surrounding Wood Forest adds to the charm of Berry's Plantation. The plantation is encompassed by towering trees, flourishing gardens, and meandering streams. It offers a serene and picturesque setting, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

In addition to its historical and natural significance, Berry's Plantation also serves as a site for educational programs and events. It hosts guided tours, workshops, and exhibitions that delve into the plantation's history, slavery, and the impact of agriculture on the local community.

Overall, Berry's Plantation in Cumberland is a captivating destination that combines history, nature, and education, providing visitors with a unique and enriching experience.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.948938/-2.720535 or Grid Reference NY5361. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Brampton town centre
Brampton town centre
House on the Edge of Brampton Beautiful garden
House on the Edge of Brampton
Beautiful garden
Abutment of Early Railway Bridge Leading to Brampton Station The original railway line into Brampton closed in 1923 which meant the nearest railway station was at Brampton Junction formerly known as Milton Station.
Abutment of Early Railway Bridge Leading to Brampton Station
The original railway line into Brampton closed in 1923 which meant the nearest railway station was at Brampton Junction formerly known as Milton Station.
Houses on Capon Tree Road (Capon Hill)
Houses on Capon Tree Road (Capon Hill)
Footpath and Cycleway to Brampton This was original route for the railway line into Brampton and was closed in 1923.
Footpath and Cycleway to Brampton
This was original route for the railway line into Brampton and was closed in 1923.
Brampton town centre
Brampton town centre
Murray Park, Brampton Beech trees in November.
Murray Park, Brampton
Beech trees in November.
Memorial bench, Murray Park There is an inscription (rather worn) on the back of the red sandstone seat. It says 'In remembrance of Agnes Elizabeth Murray ; 1894-1922 ; Joy in thee continually'.
Agnes was the sister of Stephen Murray of Hallbankgate. The seat was erected by Mary Murray, who also gifted the park to the town (information from Brampton Walks <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bramptonparishcouncil.co.uk/attachments/article/13/Brampton%20Walks.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bramptonparishcouncil.co.uk/attachments/article/13/Brampton%20Walks.pdf">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> ).
Agnes's father was the scholar and activist Gilbert Murray, her mother was Lady Mary Howard, daughter of the 9th Earl of Carlisle. Agnes Elizabeth went to Somerville College, Oxford, but gave up her studies to become a nurse, RAF dispatch rider and ambulance driver (information from Wikipedia  <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gilbert_Murray" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gilbert_Murray">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> ).
Memorial bench, Murray Park
There is an inscription (rather worn) on the back of the red sandstone seat. It says 'In remembrance of Agnes Elizabeth Murray ; 1894-1922 ; Joy in thee continually'. Agnes was the sister of Stephen Murray of Hallbankgate. The seat was erected by Mary Murray, who also gifted the park to the town (information from Brampton Walks LinkExternal link ). Agnes's father was the scholar and activist Gilbert Murray, her mother was Lady Mary Howard, daughter of the 9th Earl of Carlisle. Agnes Elizabeth went to Somerville College, Oxford, but gave up her studies to become a nurse, RAF dispatch rider and ambulance driver (information from Wikipedia LinkExternal link ).
Moat Street, Brampton A terrace of red sandstone houses, towards the top of the street.
Moat Street, Brampton
A terrace of red sandstone houses, towards the top of the street.
Disused school building, Moat Street Built in 1856 for an expanding National School, it became a Board School in the 1870s and was enlarged to accommodate 600 pupils (Bulmer's Directory 1901 <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.stevebulman.f9.co.uk/cumbria/1901/brampton1901_f.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.stevebulman.f9.co.uk/cumbria/1901/brampton1901_f.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> ). In the earlier 20th century it was a through school, with children starting as infants and leaving at about 14.
When Brampton Junior School moved to new buildings nearby in around 1960, the Infant School remained at Moat Street. In 2008 the two schools were merged, and this site was vacated shortly afterwards.
Disused school building, Moat Street
Built in 1856 for an expanding National School, it became a Board School in the 1870s and was enlarged to accommodate 600 pupils (Bulmer's Directory 1901 LinkExternal link ). In the earlier 20th century it was a through school, with children starting as infants and leaving at about 14. When Brampton Junior School moved to new buildings nearby in around 1960, the Infant School remained at Moat Street. In 2008 the two schools were merged, and this site was vacated shortly afterwards.
Lucky House Chinese takeaway Until recently this building was a pub called The Oddfellows Arms - see Geograph photo taken 2013 <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3765695" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3765695">Link</a> . Previously named the Bush Hotel, it had been an inn from at least the late 19th century (photo on Dufton family history site <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.dufton.info/cumbrian.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.dufton.info/cumbrian.htm">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> ).
Located in Main Street, with the United Reformed Church seen to the right.
Lucky House Chinese takeaway
Until recently this building was a pub called The Oddfellows Arms - see Geograph photo taken 2013 Link . Previously named the Bush Hotel, it had been an inn from at least the late 19th century (photo on Dufton family history site LinkExternal link ). Located in Main Street, with the United Reformed Church seen to the right.
Converted chapel off Main Street Situated down a lane between the Lucky House Chinese takeaway (L) and Brampton United Reformed Church (R).
Built in 1818, this was Zion Chapel, denomination Calvinist Independent (information from Genuki <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.genuki.org.uk/cgi-bin/churchentry?CCC=CUL,ID=23" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.genuki.org.uk/cgi-bin/churchentry?CCC=CUL,ID=23">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> ).
A Grade II listed building - designated in 1984, when it was being used as a warehouse <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/details/default.aspx?id=77843" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/details/default.aspx?id=77843">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> . Since then it has been converted into three flats, called Chapel Court.
Converted chapel off Main Street
Situated down a lane between the Lucky House Chinese takeaway (L) and Brampton United Reformed Church (R). Built in 1818, this was Zion Chapel, denomination Calvinist Independent (information from Genuki LinkExternal link ). A Grade II listed building - designated in 1984, when it was being used as a warehouse LinkExternal link . Since then it has been converted into three flats, called Chapel Court.
Iron stocks, Brampton Market Place In front of an alcove below the Moot Hall (moved from their original position, which was on the other side of the building).
The last time the stocks were used was about 1836, when a man was punished for 'drunkenness and profane language' (information from 'The changing face of Brampton' by Ian Parsons <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Changing-Face-Brampton-Ian-Parsons/dp/B0083K9ZL4" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Changing-Face-Brampton-Ian-Parsons/dp/B0083K9ZL4">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> ).
Now that we attempt to deal with antisocial behaviour in other ways, the stocks are a handy place to park the dog.
Iron stocks, Brampton Market Place
In front of an alcove below the Moot Hall (moved from their original position, which was on the other side of the building). The last time the stocks were used was about 1836, when a man was punished for 'drunkenness and profane language' (information from 'The changing face of Brampton' by Ian Parsons LinkExternal link ). Now that we attempt to deal with antisocial behaviour in other ways, the stocks are a handy place to park the dog.
Fruits & Roots, Brampton Greengrocers in Market Place, near the Moot Hall.
Fruits & Roots, Brampton
Greengrocers in Market Place, near the Moot Hall.
The Lawson Masonic Hall Originally called the Mansion House, built in 1819 for Rev Thomas Ramshay, vicar of Brampton.
A Grade II listed building - details here <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/details/default.aspx?id=77848" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/details/default.aspx?id=77848">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> .
The Lawson Masonic Hall
Originally called the Mansion House, built in 1819 for Rev Thomas Ramshay, vicar of Brampton. A Grade II listed building - details here LinkExternal link .
Row of cottages, Craw Hall
Row of cottages, Craw Hall
Royal Mail Delivery Office, Brampton Occupying part of the converted Old Brewery. For a wider view of the site, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1148906">NY5360 : The Old Brewery, Brampton</a> .
Royal Mail Delivery Office, Brampton
Occupying part of the converted Old Brewery. For a wider view of the site, see NY5360 : The Old Brewery, Brampton .
Tweed Mill Cottage, Craw Hall On Lovers Lane.
Adjacent to the site of a former tweed mill, marked as 'disused' on 1901 OS map <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.old-maps.co.uk/#/Map/353295/561048/12/100685" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.old-maps.co.uk/#/Map/353295/561048/12/100685">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> .
Tweed Mill Cottage, Craw Hall
On Lovers Lane. Adjacent to the site of a former tweed mill, marked as 'disused' on 1901 OS map LinkExternal link .
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Berry's Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NY5361 (Lat: 54.948938, Lng: -2.720535)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Carlisle

Police Authority: Cumbria

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///nosedive.wiped.dressings. Near Brampton, Cumbria

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Post Box
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Operator: Royal Mail
Ref: CA8 425
Lat/Long: 54.94992/-2.7135462
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.9462524/-2.7214691
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