Natural landmarks · North West England
Signal Box
In or near Ravenglass.
Signal Box — a other in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Ravenglass · 0.1 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Signal Box is a other located in england-north-west, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway is a narrow gauge railway located in the Western Lake District, offering a scenic seven-mile journey from Ravenglass to Dalegarth for Boot station. Visitors can enjoy views of the surrounding landscape, including England's highest mountains, and explore various stations along the route, each with unique features and local walks.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Drigg Coast SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Signal Box is located in North-West England. It serves as a historical structure associated with railway operations, showcasing the evolution of railway signalling technology. The building is a notable example of the region's industrial heritage.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 54.3550, -3.4080
- District
- Cumberland
- Parish
- Muncaster
- Postcode
- CA18 1SJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Barrow and Furness
- Nearest railway station
- Ravenglass — 0.1 km
- Official site
- ravenglass-railway.co.uk
Sources
- osm: node/9810427523 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Signal Box?
- Signal Box is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode CA18 1SJ), in the parish of Muncaster.
- What is Signal Box?
- Signal Box — a other in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Signal Box?
- The nearest railway station is Ravenglass, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode CA18 1SJ.
- Is Signal Box a protected site?
- Yes — Signal Box is part of the Drigg Coast SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Signal Box free to visit?
- Yes, Signal Box is free to enter.
- How do I get to Signal Box?
- The nearest railway station is Ravenglass, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA18 1SJ.