Skirwith facts for kids
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| OS grid reference | NY615325 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | PENRITH |
| Postcode district | CA10 |
| Dialling code | 01768 |
| Police | Cumbria |
| Fire | Cumbria |
| Ambulance | North West |
| EU Parliament | North West England |
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Skirwith is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It's part of the Eden area. Skirwith used to be its own local area, called a civil parish, but now it's part of the nearby Culgaith parish.
In 1931, about 227 people lived in Skirwith. A few years later, in 1934, Skirwith's parish joined with Culgaith. This means they now share local services and government.
Where is Skirwith Located?
Skirwith is about seven miles (11 kilometers) away from the town of Penrith. It lies to the northeast of Penrith. The village is also close to another small place called Blencarn, about a mile away.
What Can You Find in Skirwith?
Just south of Skirwith, you can find some old buildings that were once part of a priory. A priory is a type of monastery, a place where monks or nuns lived. These old buildings are now used as farm buildings.
Famous People from Skirwith
One well-known person connected to Skirwith was John Bradburne. He was a Franciscan missionary. Missionaries are people who travel to different places to share their beliefs and help others.
