Carters Strip

Wood, Forest in Cumberland Eden

England

Carters Strip

Looking West across River Eamont
Looking West across River Eamont Credit: Paul Allison

Carter's Strip, located in Cumberland (Wood, Forest), is a picturesque and serene area known for its natural beauty and abundant wildlife. Situated in the heart of Cumberland County, this strip of land stretches for several miles and is surrounded by dense forests, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.

The strip is characterized by its rolling hills and gently flowing streams, which add to its tranquil ambiance. The area is predominantly covered in lush woodlands, composed of a variety of tree species such as oak, pine, and maple, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The forested areas provide ample opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and exploring the local flora and fauna.

Wildlife thrives in Carter's Strip, with sightings of deer, squirrels, rabbits, and various bird species being quite common. The area is also home to several rare and endangered species, such as the Cumberland salamander and the Indiana bat, adding to its ecological significance.

Visitors to Carter's Strip can enjoy a range of recreational activities. There are designated trails for hiking and biking, as well as picnic areas and campsites for those looking to spend a night under the stars. Fishing enthusiasts are drawn to the strip's streams, which are known for their abundance of trout and bass.

Overall, Carter's Strip in Cumberland (Wood, Forest) offers a peaceful retreat into nature, where visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of the surrounding woodlands and experience the abundance of wildlife that calls this area home.

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Carters Strip Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.667775/-2.6810805 or Grid Reference NY5630. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking West across River Eamont
Looking West across River Eamont
St Ninian's Known locally as Ninekirks, St Ninian’s stands remote down a long track, in fields above a bend in the River Eamont. The original Norman church on this site was completely rebuilt in the 17th century by Lady Anne Clifford, who had inherited Brougham Castle as part of her family’s vast estates, the church remains almost unaltered since then.
St Ninian's
Known locally as Ninekirks, St Ninian’s stands remote down a long track, in fields above a bend in the River Eamont. The original Norman church on this site was completely rebuilt in the 17th century by Lady Anne Clifford, who had inherited Brougham Castle as part of her family’s vast estates, the church remains almost unaltered since then.
High Moss Cottage Situated at the edge of a small wood.
High Moss Cottage
Situated at the edge of a small wood.
Penrith Waste water Treatment Works. Sewage works in old speak and on the older maps.
Penrith Waste water Treatment Works.
Sewage works in old speak and on the older maps.
Entrance and Road to Whinfell Park
Entrance and Road to Whinfell Park
Gate Situated on the S side of the A66. The wooded hill top on the left hand side of the photo, hides, Center Parcs the holiday and leisure centre from the outside world, as it was built in the centre of a large wooded area.
Gate
Situated on the S side of the A66. The wooded hill top on the left hand side of the photo, hides, Center Parcs the holiday and leisure centre from the outside world, as it was built in the centre of a large wooded area.
Interior of St Ninian's Church
Interior of St Ninian's Church
No prayer book needed here, for the Lord's Prayer Prayer board behind the Altar in St Ninian's Church
No prayer book needed here, for the Lord's Prayer
Prayer board behind the Altar in St Ninian's Church
Interior of St Ninian's Church
Interior of St Ninian's Church
Holiday caravan For a change a caravan which blends in with its surroundings.
Holiday caravan
For a change a caravan which blends in with its surroundings.
St Ninian's Also known as Ninekirks, this isolated church is one of the oldest Christian sites in Cumbria.
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St Ninian's
Also known as Ninekirks, this isolated church is one of the oldest Christian sites in Cumbria. LinkExternal link
River Eamont below the sewage works outfall
River Eamont below the sewage works outfall
Across the River Eamont to Church of St Ninians
Across the River Eamont to Church of St Ninians
Fisherman's hut next to the River Eamont
Fisherman's hut next to the River Eamont
River Eamont near the sewage works
River Eamont near the sewage works
River Eamont
River Eamont
Car park by the A66 The path from here leads across fields to St. Ninian's Church
Car park by the A66
The path from here leads across fields to St. Ninian's Church
Ruin in the churchyard This was the stabling for the Parson's horse and trap
Ruin in the churchyard
This was the stabling for the Parson's horse and trap
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Carters Strip is located at Grid Ref: NY5630 (Lat: 54.667775, Lng: -2.6810805)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Eden

Police Authority: Cumbria

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