Welcome to Broomfield

Broomfield is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated in the northern part of the county, close to the border with Scotland. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and lush green fields. Broomfield is a peaceful and quiet place, with a strong sense of community and a friendly atmosphere.

The village has a long history, dating back to the medieval period. There are several historic buildings in the area, including the 12th-century St. Mary's Church, which is a Grade II listed building. Broomfield also has a number of traditional pubs and restaurants, serving locally sourced food and drink. The village is a popular destination for walkers and hikers, with many scenic routes and trails in the surrounding countryside.

Despite its small size, Broomfield has a thriving local economy, with a range of businesses and services catering to the needs of the community. There are several small shops and businesses in the village, including a post office, a convenience store, and a bakery. Broomfield also has a primary school, a community centre, and a sports field, providing a range of activities and services for local residents. Overall, Broomfield is a charming and picturesque village, with a strong sense of community and a rich history.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
St Matthews C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Helen Harrison
Westnewton
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 3NT
01697320545
School Website
Holm Cultram Abbey C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Headteacher Andrea Worthington
Abbey Town
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 4RU
01697361261
School Website
Holme St Cuthbert School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Claire Fleming
Mawbray
Maryport
Cumbria
CA15 6QZ
01900881242
School Website
Aspatria Richmond Hill School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Rachel Blair
Aspatria
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 3BQ
01697320650
School Website
Beacon Hill Community School
Community School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Tom Hailwood
Market Square
Aspatria
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 3EZ
01697320509
School Website
Blennerhasset School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jillian Harrison-Longworth
Blennerhasset
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 3RL
01697320677
School Website
Oughterside Primary School
Foundation School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Kirkbride
Aspatria
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 2PY
01697320579
School Website
Allonby Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr David Owen
Moss Lane
Allonby
Maryport
Cumbria
CA15 6QG
01900881324
School Website
Plumbland C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Claire Mckie
Parsonby
Aspatria
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 2DQ
01697320628
School Website
Solway Community Technology College
Community School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mrs Tom Hailwood
Liddell Street
Silloth
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 4DD
01697331234
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Aspatria
Station Road, Aspatria, Cumbria, CA7 2AW
3.54 Miles
Wigton
Station Road, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA
6.54 Miles
Maryport
Millpot Road, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6DA
9.60 Miles
Flimby
Station Road, Flimby, Cumbria, CA15 8QN
11.36 Miles
Annan
Station Road, Annan, Dumfries And Galloway, DG12 6AS
12.34 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Solway Private Hire
016973 32310
32 Greenrow Meadows, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 4HY
4.42 Miles
Carrs Coaches
016973 31276
Control Tower, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 4NS
4.89 Miles
Silloth Taxis
016973 31508
Burnswark Terrace, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 4EF
4.90 Miles
Able Travel
016973 31508
Burnswark Terrace, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 4EF
4.90 Miles
Cars
07733 778007
1 S View, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6PQ
5.03 Miles
Station House Taxis
016973 43148
Station House, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA
6.50 Miles
Thomason Travel
016973 44116
Station House, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA
6.50 Miles
Airport Services
01900 818629
4 Maple Cl, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 7DF
9.24 Miles
Waffys Private Hire
07918 704089
2 Crerar Close, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 7QY
9.51 Miles
Keiths Kabs
01900 818686
48 High St, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6BQ
9.69 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

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Roundhill D
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Langrigg D
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Smarthill D
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Bromfield D
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Mealrigg D
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West Newton D
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Highlaws D
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Pelutho D
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High Scales D
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Lawson Street D
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Abbeytown D
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Holme St. Cuthberts D
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East Crescent D
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Outgang D
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Blencogo D
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Aspatria Medical Group
01697 320209
West Street Health Centre
West Street
Aspatria
Cumbria
CA7 3HH
Silloth Group Medical Practice
01697 331309
Lawn Terrace
Silloth On Solway
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 4AH
Wigton Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Cross Lane
Wigton
CA7 9DD
Wigton Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Cross Lane
Wigton
CA7 9DD
Wigton Group Medical Practice
01697 342254
Wigton Group Medical Prac
South End
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9QD
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Local Stores

Aspatria
32 King Street
Aspatria
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 3AA
01697 320605
shop.4591@coop.co.uk
Store Website
3.09 miles
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SPAR Aspatria
16 - 16a
Queen Street
Aspatria
CA7 3AR
01697 320333
Store Website
3.0 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
8A Station Road
Aspatria
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 2AL
01900 826666
vets@millcroftvets.co.uk
Website
3.45 miles
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Belle Vue Vets Ltd
Syke Park
Syke Road
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9NE
01697 342174
info@wigtonvets.co.uk
Website
7.08 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Unit 1A
38 Curzon Street
Maryport
Cumbria
CA15 6DA
01900 816666
9.60 miles
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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Wakefield Road
Cockermouth
Cumbria
CA13 0HR
01900 826666
vets@millcroftvets.co.uk
Website
10.09 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Firth Veterinary Centre
3-5 Ednam Street
Annan
Dumfriesshire
DG12 6EF
01461 202420
mail@firthvets.co.uk
Website
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Ark Veterinary Centre Limited
12 Murray Street
Annan
Dumfriesshire
DG12 6EG
01461 203827
12.60 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Noble Knott
A Short, Circular Forest Walk With Plenty Of Woodland And Streams To Enjoy.
CA12 5TW
14.40 miles

From Keswick, Take The A66 Toward Cockermouth. Follow Signs For Braithwaite On The B5292/Whinlatter Pass. Head Through Braithwaite And On To Noble Knott Car Park On Your Left (Identified By A Green Signpost On The Road), Just Following A Lay-By To Your Right.
Latrigg
A Circular Walk On One Of The Lowest Fells In The Lake District. This Walk Provides Outstanding Views Over Keswick And The Surrounding Area, Including Derwent Water And Bassenthwaite Lake.
CA12 4PH
15.09 miles

From Keswick, Take The A591 To Carlisle. After The First Roundabout, Take The First Right Turn To Skiddaw. The Car Park Is At The End Of The Narrow Road.
Kingmoor Nature Reserves
Kingmoor Sidings Is The Site Of A Once Busy And Grimy Steam Locomotive Depot, Now Echoes To The Sound Of Nature. Although Hidden By The Creeping Blanket Of Vegetation, You Can Still Get A Glimpse Of The Old Turntable And The Floor Of The Old Engine Sheds. Kingmoor Motive Power Depot Once Drew Schoolboys From All Around Carlisle And Beyond, To Marvel At The Spectacle Of Steam.
6 Kingmoor Rd
Carlisle
Lancashire
CA3 9PZ
16.30 miles

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Castlerigg Stone Circle
Castlerigg Stone Circle Stands On A Natural Plateau Providing An Excellent Panoramic View Across The Surrounding Fells. It Is Composed Of 38 Free Standing Stones, With Some Being Up To 3 Metres High. It Is One Of Britain’S Earliest Stone Circles Dating Back Between 4,000 - 5,000 Years.
CA12 5DN
16.31 miles

Keswick Is Located In The North Of The Lake District National Park And Is Well-Signposted.
Buttermere
A Dog Friendly Circular Walk Around Buttermere, In The Lake District. Follow The Perimeter Of The Lake, Passing By Some Woodland And Farmland.
CA13 9XA
18.79 miles

From Keswick, Take The Honister Pass (B5289) Signposted To Buttermere.
Lower Gelt
Beautiful Woods And Great For Dogs (But Maybe Not For The Type Of Dog That Launches Itself Down Sheer Sided River Banks!) Some Pools For Dog Swimming.
A69
Brampton
CA8 1SZ
24.25 miles

Access Via A69, Take The Turning 'Hayton And Town Head - Car Park For The Woods Is About 200 Yards From The Turn
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