famous road
Corney Fell Road
A single-track fell road climbing from the Duddon valley to over 300 m with sweeping views across the Irish Sea to the Isle of Man.
11 km · about 20 min drive
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Haverigg
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Haverigg
Haverigg works well as a base: 10 minutes from Askam in Furness, 11km from Corney Fell Road.
Haverigg is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 1,849, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Haverigg sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Haverigg to your route.
About Haverigg
Haverigg is a village on the south-west coast of Cumbria, England, historically part of the county of Cumberland. In 2001 it had a population of 1,791 in 548 households, increasing in 2011 to a population of 1,849 in 549 Households.
The name Haverigg derives from Old Norse and can be translated as "the hill where oatsRead more
are grown".
Haverigg is at the mouth of the Duddon Estuary, a protected area important for birds and other wildlife. Haverigg has an extensive, quiet Blue Flag beach. There is also access to a seawall with a lighthouse which protects Hodbarrow Lagoon, part of Hodbarrow RSPB Reserve. The River Lazy flows through Haverigg and joins the estuary of the River Duddon here.
Haverigg is 31.9 miles (51.3 km) to the south of Whitehaven, 24.4 miles (39.3 km) to the north of Barrow-in-Furness (by road via the estuary) and 1.3 miles (2.1 km) to the west of Millom.
An independent lifeboat station, Haverigg Inshore Rescue Team, has been based in the village since 1973 assisting those in difficulty around the Duddon coastline.
In 2020, the Lakes first Aqua Park opened in Haverigg, situated on the lagoon, it features an inflatable obstacle course plus other attractions.
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Where is Haverigg located?
Haverigg is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 54.1997 latitude, -3.2926 longitude.
What is the population of Haverigg?
Haverigg has a population of approximately 1,849 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 1,849
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 54.1997, -3.2926
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.
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Worth the detour from Haverigg
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
castle
Muncaster Castle
A privately owned castle above the Esk estuary with gardens, an owl centre and a long-standing reputation for hauntings.
18 km · about 20 min drive
landmark
Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway
A 15-inch narrow-gauge steam railway, 'La'al Ratty', running seven miles from the coast at Ravenglass into the heart of Eskdale.
19 km · about 20 min drive
museum
Lakeland Motor Museum
Riverside museum at Backbarrow with 30,000 exhibits including 140 classic vehicles and a dedicated exhibition on the Campbells' Bluebird land and water speed record machines.
21 km · about 25 min drive
natural wonder
Coniston Water
The lake of Donald Campbell's Bluebird water-speed records and Arthur Ransome's Swallows and Amazons.
21 km · about 25 min drive
scenic viewpoint
The Old Man of Coniston
A 803 m fell rising directly above Coniston village, scarred by centuries of copper and slate workings and topped by a wide summit cairn.
22 km · about 25 min drive
famous road
Hardknott Pass
England's steepest road with gradients of 1-in-3, a white-knuckle single-track pass through the Lake District with a Roman fort at the top.
23 km · about 25 min drive
famous road
Hardknott and Wrynose Passes (A-road link)
England's steepest road at 1-in-3, with tight hairpins and no barriers, linking Eskdale to Little Langdale over two passes. Not for caravans or nervous drivers.
23 km · about 25 min drive
Driving roads near Haverigg
10 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 60km.
- Right hereCorney Fell RoadA single-track fell road climbing from the Duddon valley to over 300 m with sweeping views across the Irish Sea to the Isle of Man.
- 22 kmThe Old Man of ConistonA 803 m fell rising directly above Coniston village, scarred by centuries of copper and slate workings and topped by a wide summit cairn.
- 23 kmHardknott PassEngland's steepest road with gradients of 1-in-3, a white-knuckle single-track pass through the Lake District with a Roman fort at the top.
- 23 kmHardknott and Wrynose Passes (A-road link)England's steepest road at 1-in-3, with tight hairpins and no barriers, linking Eskdale to Little Langdale over two passes. Not for caravans or nervous drivers.
- 24 kmHardknott Pass SummitEngland's steepest road pass with gradients up to 33%, offering spectacular views of the Eskdale valley and surrounding Lakeland fells.
- 25 kmWrynose BottomThe narrow glacial valley east of Wrynose Pass carrying the road along the infant River Duddon between steep fellsides.
Driving in United Kingdom
- Drives on
- the left
- Petrol
- ~€1.73/litre
- Motorway tolls
- None
When to drive here
April to October
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