Welcome to Penny Bridge

Penny Bridge is a small village located in the South Lakeland district of Cumbria, England. The village is situated on the A5092 road, which connects the towns of Ulverston and Broughton-in-Furness. The village is named after the bridge that crosses the River Crake, which was built in the 17th century and is still in use today. The bridge is a popular spot for fishing and picnicking, and it offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Penny Bridge is a quiet and peaceful village, with a population of around 500 people. The village has a primary school, a pub, and a post office. The surrounding area is known for its beautiful countryside, with rolling hills, forests, and lakes. The village is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists, who come to explore the nearby fells and trails. The village is also close to the coast, with the town of Ulverston just a few miles away.

Overall, Penny Bridge is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern life. With its beautiful countryside, friendly locals, and historic bridge, it is a great place to visit for anyone looking to escape the stresses of everyday life and enjoy the natural beauty of Cumbria. Whether you are a keen walker, a nature lover, or simply looking for a relaxing break, Penny Bridge is the perfect destination.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Penny Bridge C Of E School
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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
Sir John Barrow School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Helen Pearson
Argyle Street
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 0BD
01229483960
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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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
Croftlands Junior School
Community School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Miss Cathy Styles
Oakwood Drive
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 9JU
01229585211
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
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Ulverston
Station Approach, Off Princes Stree, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 0DP
4.08 Miles
Kirkby-In-Furness
Marsh Side, Kirkby-In-Furness, Cumbria, LA17 7UB
5.32 Miles
Cark & Cartmel
Station Road, Cark, Cumbria, LA11 7PT
5.93 Miles
Foxfield
Adjacent A595, Foxfield, Cumbria, LA20 6BX
6.28 Miles
Askam
Duddon Road, Askam-In-Furness, Cumbria, LA16 7EN
6.95 Miles
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Local Taxis

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

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Tottlebank
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Penny Bridge
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Sparksbridge
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Underfield
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Main Street Greenodd
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Lowick Green
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Colton
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Bouth
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Fell View
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Arrad Foot
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Woodgate
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Lowick Bridge
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Broughton Beck
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Causeway End
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Haverthwaite
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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
3.71 miles
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SPAR Ulverston
Oubas Hill
Ulverston
LA12 7LA
01229585030
Store Website
3.3 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
0.83 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
3.52 miles
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Open at weekends

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Alexander Vets Ulverston
Victoria Road
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 0BY
01229 582900
info@alexandervets.co.uk
Website
3.89 miles
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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
6.51 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
6.98 miles
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Furness Veterinary Centre
131 Market Street
Dalton-In-Furness
Cumbria
LA15 8RG
01229846782
info@furnessvets.co.uk
Website
7.79 miles
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Open at weekends

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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
4.42 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
5.51 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
8.47 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
9.09 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
9.59 miles

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