Welcome to Bandrake Head

Bandrake Head is a small hamlet located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated in the northern part of the county, near the border with Scotland. The hamlet is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and lush green fields. It is a peaceful and quiet place, perfect for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

The hamlet of Bandrake Head is home to a small community of people who are proud of their heritage and their way of life. They are friendly and welcoming to visitors, and are always happy to share their knowledge of the local area. The hamlet has a rich history, with many old buildings and landmarks that tell the story of its past. Visitors can explore the local church, which dates back to the 12th century, or take a walk along the nearby river, which is home to a variety of wildlife.

Bandrake Head is a great place to visit for those who love the outdoors. The surrounding countryside is perfect for hiking, cycling, and horse riding, with many trails and paths to explore. There are also several nearby lakes and rivers that are popular for fishing and boating. For those who prefer a more relaxed pace, there are plenty of local pubs and restaurants where visitors can enjoy a meal or a drink while taking in the beautiful scenery. Overall, Bandrake Head is a hidden gem in the heart of Cumbria, and is well worth a visit for anyone who loves nature, history, and a peaceful way of life.

Local Weather

Patchy rain nearby

Temp: 3.4°C

Feels Like: 1.9°C

Wind: 3.8 MPH

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Local Schools

School Details
Penny Bridge C Of E School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms Graham Carrick
Greenodd
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 7RQ
01229861307
School Website
Leven Valley C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Ian Nicol
Backbarrow
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 8QF
01539531365
School Website
Church Walk C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Susan Davies
Church Walk
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 7EN
01229587258
School Website
Burlington C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Powell
School Road
Kirkby In Furness
Cumbria
LA17 7UH
01229889210
School Website
Sir John Barrow School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Helen Pearson
Argyle Street
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 0BD
01229483960
School Website
Broughton C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Anthony Costa
Kepplewray
Broughton In Furness
Cumbria
LA20 6BJ
01229716206
School Website
Sandside Lodge School
Community Special School
Ages:2-19
Head Teacher
Mrs Helen Grice
Sandside Road
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 9EF
01229588825
School Website
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Ulvertson
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Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Laura Byrne
Springfield Road
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 0EA
1229583449
School Website
Ulverston Victoria High School
Community School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Matthew Hardwick
Springfield Road
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 0EB
01229483900
School Website
Croftlands Infant School
Community School
Ages:3-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Joanne Procter
Oakwood Drive
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 9JU
01229586565
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ulverston
Station Approach, Off Princes Stree, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 0DP
5.86 Miles
Kirkby-In-Furness
Marsh Side, Kirkby-In-Furness, Cumbria, LA17 7UB
5.98 Miles
Foxfield
Adjacent A595, Foxfield, Cumbria, LA20 6BX
6.18 Miles
Green Road
[Un-Named Lane], Near The Green, Cumbria, LA18 5HR
7.27 Miles
Cark & Cartmel
Station Road, Cark, Cumbria, LA11 7PT
7.56 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Blueworks Private Hire
015395 31995
Foxwood Hill, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8PX
3.23 Miles
Lakes Camper Hire
015395 30763
Devonshire Barn, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8BJ
3.70 Miles
Mckenna's Taxis
01229 582180
12 Sunderland Terr, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7JY
5.41 Miles
A2b Taxis Ltd
01229 587030
43 Devonshire Rd, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9AL
5.52 Miles
D And B Taxis
01229 586038
The Center Of Ulverston, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7AA
5.60 Miles
Priory Taxis
01229 587606
Cemetery Lodge, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9HN
6.21 Miles
Ulverston Airport Services Ltd
01229 583106
22 Oakwood Drive, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9HH
6.29 Miles
Pauls Taxis
01229 586669
22 Hallfield, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9TA
6.30 Miles
Go Cabs
01229 582177
4 Ulverston Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 0JB
6.40 Miles
I C Taxis
01229 582765
1 Bigland Dr, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9NU
6.71 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Brandrake Head
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Oxen Park
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Colton
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Lowick Bridge
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Birk Row
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Low Nibthwaite
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Lowick Green
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Sparksbridge
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Blawith
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Fell View
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Tottlebank
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Bouth
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Underfield
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Water Yeat
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Woodgate
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Haverthwaite Branch Surgery
Greenodd Village Hall
Greenodd
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 7QZ
Haverthwaite Surgery
01539 531619
Haverthwaite Surgery
Haverthwaite, Backbarrow
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 8QF
Ulverston Health Centre (Murray)
01229 484141
Ulverston Comm.Health Ctr
Stanley Street
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 7BT
Ulverston Community Health Centre
01229 484100
Ulverston Comm.Health Ctr
Stanley Street
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 7BT
Minor Surgery Service
01229 484040
Ulverston Comm.Health Ctr
Stanley Street
Ulverston
LA12 7BT
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Local Stores

Market Street
Market Street
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 7LR
01229 582543
Store Website
5.49 miles
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SPAR Ulverston
Oubas Hill
Ulverston
LA12 7LA
01229585030
Store Website
5.1 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Tynedale Farm Services (Farm Gate Vets)
Unit 1A Crakeside Business Park
Greenodd
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 7RT
015315 67899
vet@farmgatevets.com
Website
2.68 miles
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Church Walk Veterinary Centre - Ulverston
St Mary'S Place
Church Walk
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 7EN
01229 583675
reception@churchwalkvets.co.uk
Website
5.31 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Alexander Vets Ulverston
Victoria Road
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 0BY
01229 582900
info@alexandervets.co.uk
Website
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Disabled public access

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Mckinney Veterinary Practice Ltd
East View
Church Street
Broughton-In-Furness
Cumbria
LA20 6HJ
01229 716230
brownemckinney@aol.com
6.06 miles
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Archway Veterinary Practice (S Cumbria) Ltd
Crag Court
Lindale Hill
Lindale
Grange-Over-Sands
Cumbria
LA11 6LU
015395 32669
reception@archway-vets.com
Website
7.80 miles
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Oakhill Veterinary Group
Oakhill Veterinary Centre
Lake Road
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 2EQ
01539 488555
vets@oakhillvetgroup.co.uk
Website
9.22 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Cats

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Dogs

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Local Dog Walks

High Dam
High Dam Is A Picturesque Tarn Close To Finsthwaite And Lakeside At The Southern End Of Windermere.
LA12 8BJ
3.77 miles

Take The A590 From Newby Bridge, With Signs To Barrow-In-Furness And Ulverston. Take The Bridge Over The River Leven Toward Hawkshead. Head For Finsthwaite Village And The Car Park Located A Little To The North.
Gummers How
Gummers How Carpark
Staveley-In-Cartmel
Lancashire
5.08 miles

Gummers How Carpark Staveley-In-Cartmel, Ulverston La12 8Nw
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Coniston (Coppermines Valley)
This Walk, Starting From The Village Of Coniston, Takes You Up Into The Spectacular Coppermines Valley And Takes In The Copper Heart Stone And Working Waterwheel.
LA21 8EH
6.58 miles

Head Into Coniston On The A593. Once In The Village, Take The B5285 To The Ruskin Avenue Car Park.
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Windermere
Windermere Lake Is 10.5 Miles Long, One Mile Wide And 220 Feet Deep, Making It The Largest Natural Lake In England. It Is Surrounded By Mountain Peaks And Villages, Including Bowness-On-Windermere.
LA22 0LR
7.61 miles

Take The B5285 From Hawkshead To Far Sawrey. Continue On Through Far Sawrey And Follow The Signs To Windermere.
Tarn Hows
A Circular Walk Amongst The Trees And Around The Edge Of The Water’S Edge Of The Tarn.
LA22 0PP
7.75 miles

From Ambleside, Take The B5286 To Hawkshead, Following The Signs To Hawkshead Hill, The Signs For Tarn Hows.
Tarn Hows
Unnamed Road
Ambleside
Lancashire
LA22 0PP
8.25 miles

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Weather Forecast

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