Mungrisdale facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mungrisdale |
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 Mungrisdale |
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 Mungrisdale
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| Population | 297 (2011) |
| OS grid reference | NY3630 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | PENRITH |
| Postcode district | CA11 |
| Dialling code | 01768 |
| Police | Cumbria |
| Fire | Cumbria |
| Ambulance | North West |
| EU Parliament | North West England |
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Mungrisdale is a small village located in the beautiful English Lake District. It's found in the northeast part of Cumbria, a county in England. The name "Mungrisdale" also refers to the lovely valley where the village sits.
This area is a civil parish, which is a local government area. It helps manage local services and represents the community.
Mungrisdale: A Village in the Lake District
Mungrisdale is a popular spot for people who love to hike. Many visitors start their climbs here to reach nearby hills. Some of these hills include Bowscale Fell, Bannerdale Crags, and Souther Fell.
The village is also located right next to the River Glenderamackin. This river is a smaller stream that eventually flows into the larger Greta.
Village Life and Buildings
Mungrisdale is a quiet place with only a few local facilities, known as amenities. It doesn't have many shops or big services. However, it does have a few important buildings.
One of these is St Kentigern's Church. This church was built in 1756 and is a very old building. It has a special status called "Grade II* listed," which means it's an important historical building. This status protects it so it can be preserved for the future.
The village also has a community building called a village hall. This is a place where local events and meetings happen. There's also a traditional English pub called the Mill Inn, where people can gather.
The Mungrisdale Parish
The civil parish of Mungrisdale is bigger than just the village itself. It includes several smaller communities called hamlets. A hamlet is a very small settlement, often even smaller than a village.
The hamlets that make up the Mungrisdale parish are:
- Berrier
- Bowscale
- Haltcliff Bridge
- Heggle Lane
- Hutton Roof
- Mosedale
- Mungrisdale (the main village)
- Murrah
In 2001, the total number of people living in the parish was 284. By 2011, the population had grown slightly to 297 people.
