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Newbiggin, Dacre history

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Prehistory

Remains of Neolithic burials were found on Flusco Pike in 1875. Several of the stones can still be seen in the fields or gardens in Newbiggin.

Roman era

Several quern-stones, used for grinding grain, have been discovered in Newbiggin. This suggests some sort of minor Roman settlement in the area, perhaps a smallholding or farm. A coin hoard has been found near the site with material dated from 400AD.

Viking era

Norwegian and Danish settlement in Cumbria took place from the 10th Century onwards. The layout of the village houses suggests that the first organised settlement was Danish. Silver jewellery found at Flusco Pike is the most dramatic evidence of Viking activity in Newbiggin.

Middle Ages

The earliest mention of Newbiggin after the Norman Conquest is in the Carlisle Episcopal Records of 1133-1292 which details the tithes due from “Timparon” and “Newbiggin” The sum of 33 shillings (£1.75) suggests that the village was comparatively wealthy, since Stainton’s tithes were less than half that amount.

Early modern era

It has been suggested that the village was on a drove route which was used in preference to a route through Penrith, which would have involved paying tolls. Many of the older houses date from the late 17th century when the relationship between England and Scotland became more settled.

Newbiggin, Dacre geography / climate

Geologically, the village is situated on a junction between carboniferous limestone and Penrith sandstone. There is a line of springs and wells which runs through the village, and these sources of water may have been the motivation for the original human settlement of this site.

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Best Newbiggin, Dacre places to visit

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Newbiggin, Dacre has places to explore by foot, bike or bus. Below are a selection of the varied Newbiggin, Dacre’s destinations you can visit with additional content available at the Walkfo Newbiggin, Dacre’s information audio spots:

St Michael’s Church, Barton St Michael’s Church is in the village of Barton, Cumbria, England. It is an active Anglican parish church in the deanery of Penrith, the archdeaconry of Carlisle, and the diocese Carlisle. The church is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade I listed building.

Dalemain Dalemain is 5 miles south-west of Penrith in Cumbria, England. Grade I listed building is part of Lake District UNESCO World Heritage Site.

St Andrew’s Church, Dacre St Andrew’s Church is in the village of Dacre, Cumbria, England. It is an active Anglican parish church in the deanery of Penrith and the archdeaconry of Carlisle. The church is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a Grade I listed building.

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