Welcome to Ponsonby

Ponsonby is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated in the western part of the county, near the coast of the Irish Sea. The village is known for its picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and green fields surrounding it. The village has a population of around 200 people, and it is a popular destination for tourists who want to experience the beauty of rural England.

One of the main attractions of Ponsonby is its historic church, St. Mary's. The church dates back to the 12th century and is a fine example of Norman architecture. It is a Grade II listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate carvings. The church is still in use today and is a popular venue for weddings and other events.

Another popular attraction in Ponsonby is the local pub, The Blacksmiths Arms. The pub is a traditional English pub, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. It serves a range of local beers and ales, as well as traditional pub food. The pub is a popular meeting place for locals and visitors alike, and it is a great place to relax and enjoy the company of friends and family. Overall, Ponsonby is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the beauty and history of rural England.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Gosforth C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Leanne Long
Wasdale Road
Gosforth
Seascale
Cumbria
CA20 1AZ
01946725244
School Website
Beckermet C Of E School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Claire Birkett
Mill Lane
Beckermet
Cumbria
CA21 2YD
01946841221
School Website
Seascale Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Avril Spencer
Crofthead Road
Seascale
Cumbria
CA20 1LZ
01946728403
School Website
Thornhill Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Miss Sophie Mccabe
Ehen Road
Thornhill
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2SJ
1946820402
School Website
Bookwell Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Russell Hardy
Bookwell
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2LT
01946820408
School Website
St Bridgets Catholic Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Suzanne Smith
St Bridget's Lane
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2BD
01946820320
School Website
West Lakes Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Abby Deeks
Main Street
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2DQ
01946820356
School Website
Orgill Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Julie Shepherd
Southey Avenue
Orgill
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2HH
01946820234
School Website
St Patricks Catholic Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Gayle / Lisa Wilkinson / Pritchard
Todholes Road
Cleator Moor
Cumbria
CA25 5DG
01946810513
School Website
Montreal C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Laura Freestone And Sam Little
Ennerdale Road
Cleator Moor
Cumbria
CA25 5LW
01946811347
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Sellafield
Station Road, Sellafield, Cumbria, CA20 1RG
1.36 Miles
Seascale
Gosforth Road, Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1QL
2.53 Miles
Braystones
[Pathway, Off Un-Named Lane Between, Braystones, Cumbria, CA21 2YW
2.89 Miles
Drigg
Station Road, Drigg, Cumbria, CA19 1XW
3.95 Miles
Nethertown
[Un-Named Lane Off Nethertown Road], Nethertown, Cumbria, CA22 2UG
4.12 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Merrett's Taxis
01946 815555
27 Market Pl, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2AG
4.11 Miles
Downton Travel Ltd
01946 820137
33 Ashley Way Queensgate, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2JT
4.15 Miles
Sterling Cabs
01946 823000
63 Main St, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2DB
4.21 Miles
Bigrigg Cabs
01946 810024
Croftlands, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2UX
5.55 Miles
Sue's Taxi
01946 817047
Brackenridge, Cleator, Cumbria, CA23 3EA
5.76 Miles
Ginger Minicabs
01946 815811
23 Jacktrees Rd, Cleator Moor, Cumbria, CA25 5BD
6.35 Miles
Door 2 Door Taxis
01946 66123
54 Leconfield Street, Cleator Moor, Cumbria, CA25 5BT
6.52 Miles
White Line Taxis
01946 66111
Unit 8C/Sneckyeat Rd Ind Est, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8PF
7.72 Miles
Abbey Cabs
01946 63000
Unit 2C/Sneckyeat Rd Ind Est, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8PF
7.72 Miles
Brass Cabs
01946 67070
44 Wasdale Close, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9SZ
7.72 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
New Mill D
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Gosforth Square D
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Blackbeck D
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Meadowfield D
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Wellington D
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St John D
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Cross Lanes D
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Haile Beckermet D
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Scawfell Crescent D
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Beckermet Moor D
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Gosforth Road (Lcp)
Collection Today available until:17:30
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The Banks D
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Braystones D
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Seascale Health Centre
01946 728101
Seascale Health Centre
Gosforth Road
Seascale
Cumbria
CA20 1PN
Westcroft House Surgery
01946 820348
Westcroft House Surgery
66 Main Street
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2DB
Copeland Pcn Services Hub
01946 820348
Westcroft House Surgery
66 Main Street
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2DB
Fellview Healthcare
01946 820203
Beech House Surgery
St Bridget's Lane
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2BD
Cleator Moor Surgery
Birks Road
Cleator Moor
Cumbria
CA25 5HP
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Local Stores

Seascale - Gosforth Road
Gosforth Road
Seascale
Cumbria
CA20 1PR
01946 729142
Store Website
2.66 miles
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SPAR Egremont
S.H & C.L. Graham ( T/A henry Graham )
Spar Store
Bridge End Garage
Egremont
CA22 2RQ
01946820244
Store Website
3.8 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
66A Main Street
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2DB
01946 820513
vets@millcroftvets.co.uk
Website
4.20 miles
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West Lakeland Veterinary Group
55 Main Street
Egremont
Cumbria
CA22 2DB
01946 820312
westlakelandvets@gmail.com
Website
4.20 miles
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Galemire Vets Limited
Galemire
Cleator Moor
Cumbria
CA25 5QX
01946 810295
vets@galemirevets.co.uk
Website
6.90 miles
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The Vet Whitehaven
Egremont Road
Whitehaven
Cumbria
CA28 8NH
hello@thevetwhitehaven.co.uk
Website
7.85 miles
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West Lakeland Veterinary Group
Preston Street
Whitehaven
Cumbria
CA28 9DL
01946 693303
westlakelandvets@gmail.com
Website
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Unit 1, Enterprise Court
Derwent Howe
Workington
Cumbria
CA14 3YP
01900 66666
vets@millcroftvets.co.uk
Website
14.51 miles
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Disabled public access

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Local Dog Walks

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
10.73 miles

From Keswick, Take The Honister Pass (B5289) Signposted To Buttermere.
Great Langdale Valley
A Circular Walk Taking In Part Of The Cumbria Way Towards Chapel Stile And Back Along The Centre Of The Valley With Stunning Scenery Of The Langdale Pikes.
LA22 9JU
15.17 miles

From Ambleside, Follow Signs For Coniston On The A593. Continue On The B5343 Following Signs For Great Langdale. Pass Through Chapel Stile And Continue On The Road For 3-4 Miles.
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Noble Knott
A Short, Circular Forest Walk With Plenty Of Woodland And Streams To Enjoy.
CA12 5TW
15.63 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.
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
16.57 miles

Head Into Coniston On The A593. Once In The Village, Take The B5285 To The Ruskin Avenue Car Park.
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Elterwater
Elterwater Is A Lovely, Small Village With Fantastic Scenery. This Walk Partly Runs Alongside The River Brathay And Is Surrounded By Woodland And Views Of The Hills As You Reach The Top Of The Valley.
LA22 9HU
17.30 miles

From Ambleside, Take The A593 To Clappersgate And Then Follow The Signs For Elterwater On The B5343. Once You Reach The Village, Turn Left Just Before The Britannia Inn And Reach The National Trust Car Park.
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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
17.51 miles

Keswick Is Located In The North Of The Lake District National Park And Is Well-Signposted.
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