Towns & cities · North West England
Hawkshead
Also known as: Ceann an Dail
Hawkshead — village and civil parish in Cumbria, England, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–6 h
- Nearest railway station
- Windermere · 6.2 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Hawkshead is a town, city, village or settlement in the United Kingdom. Recent population estimates put it at around 508 people. Address: LA22. Wikidata describes it as: "village and civil parish in Cumbria, England, UK". Coordinates: 54.3750°, -2.9990°.
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Official information
Hawkshead is a charming village located in the Lake District, known for its historical significance and picturesque scenery. Visitors can explore its cobblestone streets, independent shops, and eateries, as well as enjoy various walking and cycling routes in the surrounding countryside.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
From the Wikipedia article
Hawkshead is a village and civil parish in Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England. It lies within the Lake District National Park and was historically part of Lancashire. The parish includes the hamlets of Hawkshead Hill, 1.2 miles (1.9 km) to the north west, and Outgate, a similar distance north. Hawkshead contains one primary school and four public houses.
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Background
History
The township of Hawkshead was originally owned by the monks of Furness Abbey; nearby Colthouse derives its name from the stables owned by the Abbey. Hawkshead grew to be an important wool market in medieval times and later as a market town after the Dissolution of the Monasteries in 1532. It was granted its first market charter by King James I in 1608. In 1585, Hawkshead Grammar School was established by Archbishop Edwin Sandys of York after he successfully petitioned Queen Elizabeth I for a charter to establish a governing body. In the 18th and 19th centuries, Hawkshead became a village of local importance. Hawkshead Market Hall was completed in 1790. William Wordsworth (afterwards poet…
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- Coordinates
- 54.3750, -2.9990
- District
- Westmorland and Furness
- Parish
- Hawkshead
- Postcode
- LA22
- Parliamentary constituency
- Westmorland and Lonsdale
- Phone
- +44 15394 36248
- Population
- 508
- Nearest railway station
- Windermere — 6.2 km
- Official site
- www.hawkshead-village.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q691544 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Hawkshead (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Ann Tyson's Cottage - geograph.org.uk - 510301.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Hawkshead War Memorial
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Sun Cottage Sun Inn Public House
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St Michael and All Angels Church, Hawkshead
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Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
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The Croft
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The Old School House
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Keen Ground Farm
Campsites · 0.5 km
Hawkshead is a village in North West England with a population of 508. Our guide lists nearby attractions within reach.
At a glance
- Population
- 508
- Constituency
- Westmorland and Lonsdale
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Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
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Hawkshead War Memorial
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hawkshead?
- Hawkshead is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode LA22), in the parish of Hawkshead.
- What is Hawkshead?
- Hawkshead — village and civil parish in Cumbria, England, UK.
- How do I get to Hawkshead?
- The nearest railway station is Windermere, about 6.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode LA22.
- Is Hawkshead a protected site?
- Yes — Hawkshead is part of the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Hawkshead free to visit?
- Yes, Hawkshead is free to enter.
- How do I get to Hawkshead?
- The nearest railway station is Windermere, about 6.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LA22.