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Great Salkeld

In or near Great Salkeld.

Great Salkeld — a village in scotland lowlands.

Great Salkeld village hall - geograph.org.uk - 5564099

David Purchase — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Lazonby and Kirkoswald · 3.2 km

About

A British village — settlements of this size traditionally cluster a green, parish church, pub and post office around historic land routes.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Pennines

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Great Salkeld is a village located in the Scottish Lowlands. It features a rural setting typical of the region, characterised by its scenic landscapes and local architecture. Visitors can expect a tranquil atmosphere, with opportunities for walking and exploring the surrounding countryside. The village serves as a base for those looking to experience the natural beauty of the Lowlands.

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Coordinates
54.7217, -2.7017
Parish
Great Salkeld
Postcode
CA11 9LU
Parliamentary constituency
Penrith and Solway
Nearest railway station
Lazonby and Kirkoswald — 3.2 km

Sources

Other places nearby

Nearby

Great Salkeld, St. Cuthbert's Church, Caroline Anderson memorial window - geograph.org.uk - 7607526📷 3

Memorials & monuments · North West England

War Memorial South of Church of St Cuthbert

War Memorial South of Church of St Cuthbert — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.

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Great Salkeld📷 3

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Great Salkeld

Great Salkeld — village and civil parish in Cumbria, UK.

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The River Eden near Little Salkeld - geograph.org.uk - 5872429📷 3

Heritage railway stations · North West England

Little Salkeld rail accident

Little Salkeld rail accident in England North East, United Kingdom.

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Boundary stone on east side of B6412 opposite Scatterbeck House - geograph.org.uk - 6624833📷 5

Literary houses · North West England

Aikton Castle

Aikton Castle — a literary house museum in scotland lowlands.

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Little Salkeld - geograph.org.uk - 2697292📷 5

Campsites · North West England

Bank House Farm

Bank House Farm — a campsite in scotland lowlands.

The Old Vicarage, Low Selkald - geograph.org.uk - 3460236📷 4

Historic houses · North West England

Salkeld Hall

Salkeld Hall in England North East, United Kingdom.

👶↗ watermill-holidays.co.uk

Where to eat & stay near Great Salkeld

Places to stay

Little Salkeld - geograph.org.uk - 2697292📷 5

Campsites · North West England

Bank House Farm

Bank House Farm — a campsite in scotland lowlands.

Bell Tower - geograph.org.uk - 2709138📷 5

Campsites · North West England

Lazonby Pool Campsite

Lazonby Pool Campsite — a campsite in scotland lowlands.

↗ lazonbypool.co.uk
The Mains - geograph.org.uk - 2791301📷 5

Campsites · North West England

Mains Farm

Mains Farm — a campsite in scotland lowlands.

Free↗ edenvalleycaravansite.co.uk
Stank Bridge - geograph.org.uk - 2697310📷 5

Caravan parks · North West England

Melmerby Mill Holiday Caravan Park

Melmerby Mill Holiday Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland lowlands.

Free↗ melmerbymill.co.uk
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by the A686, Melmerby, Ousby Parish - geograph.org.uk - 6037589📷 5

Caravan parks · North East England

Melmerby Holiday Park

Melmerby Holiday Park — a caravan park in scotland lowlands.

Free↗ melmerbycaravanpark.co.uk
Railway Bridge, Thacka Lane - geograph.org.uk - 6634992📷 5

Caravan parks · North West England

Thacka Lea

Thacka Lea — a caravan park in scotland lowlands.

Places to eat & drink

Langwathby - geograph.org.uk - 259485📷 3

Historic pubs · North West England

Langwathby

Langwathby in England North East, United Kingdom.

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George Hotel Devonshire Street Penrith - geograph.org.uk - 1560122📷 7

Cafés · North West England

Narrowbar Cafe

Narrowbar Cafe — a café in scotland lowlands.

↗ narrowbarcafe.co.uk
The Board ^ Elbow, Penrith - geograph.org.uk - 3462077📷 6

Historic pubs · North West England

Gloucester Arms

Gloucester Arms in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.

Brewery Lane, Penrith New Squares - geograph.org.uk - 4366805📷 7

Historic pubs · North West England

Two Lions public house and integral stables

Two Lions public house and integral stables in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.

Ducks In Dacre - geograph.org.uk - 2428751📷 5

Historic pubs · North West England

Horse And Farrier Inn And Stables

Horse And Farrier Inn And Stables in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.

Direction Sign - Signpost at Middle Gelt Bridge - geograph.org.uk - 7430558📷 5

Historic pubs · North West England

Graham Arms (West Of Gelt Bridge)

Graham Arms (West Of Gelt Bridge) in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Great Salkeld?
Great Salkeld is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode CA11 9LU), in the parish of Great Salkeld.
What is Great Salkeld?
Great Salkeld — a village in scotland lowlands.
How do I get to Great Salkeld?
The nearest railway station is Lazonby and Kirkoswald, about 3.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode CA11 9LU.
Is Great Salkeld a protected site?
Yes — Great Salkeld is part of the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the North Pennines National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Great Salkeld?
The nearest railway station is Lazonby and Kirkoswald, about 3.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA11 9LU.