Nicholforest

Last updated

Nicholforest
Location map United Kingdom City of Carlisle.svg
Red pog.svg
Nicholforest
Location in the City of Carlisle district, Cumbria
Cumbria UK location map.svg
Red pog.svg
Nicholforest
Location within Cumbria
Population372 (2011)
Language English
Cumbrian dialect
OS grid reference NY 454 779
Civil parish
  • Nicholforest
Unitary authority
Ceremonial county
Region
Country England
Sovereign state United Kingdom
Post town CARLISLE
Postcode district CA6
Dialling code 01228
Police Cumbria
Fire Cumbria
Ambulance North West
UK Parliament
List of places
UK
England
Cumbria
55°05′33″N2°51′25″W / 55.0925°N 2.857°W / 55.0925; -2.857

Nicholforest is a civil parish in Cumbria, England bordering Scotland. The population of the civil parish taken at the 2011 census was 372. [1] The parish covers an area that extends about 10 miles east to west and 2 miles north to south. The area was once an extensive forest between England and Scotland, and was a centre for commercial forestry by the Forestry Commission. Today there are still many trees, watered by the River Liddle In 1870–72 John Marius Wilson's Imperial Gazetteer of England and Wales described the landscape as:

Contents

"The surface is hilly. The streams Kershope and Liddel here form several cascades." [2]

Demographics

Graph showing change in population in Nicholforest,Cumbria,England from 1881-2011. Nicholforest(cumbria) population 1881-2011.jpg
Graph showing change in population in Nicholforest,Cumbria,England from 1881–2011.

According to National Statistics (2011) the population of Nicholforest accounted to 372. [3] Over the designated area of the Nicholsforest parish in 2011 this accounted to a population density of 0.1² person per hectare, this is lower than both the Non-metropolitan area of Carlisle in Cumbria; at 1.0² person per hectare, and also the average population density of England at 4.1² persons per hectare. [4] According to Neighbourhood Statistic all 177 dwellings within the Parish are Unshared dwellings [5] with the majority of those lying between 2 and 4 bedrooms. [6] Nicholforest experiences slightly lower Unemployment levels (3.1%) than both Carlisle (3.6%) and England (4.4%) but has higher proportion of retirees (22.3% compared with 15.5% and 13.7% respectively). [7] Since 1881 employment structure in Nicholforest has remained dedicated to the agricultural sector, as this remains the most prominent sector followed by Wholesale and Retail Trade. [8]

It may be noteworthy that the depicted uncharacteristic rise in population starting in 1941 census data occurred as a result of changing border boundaries in 1939. [9] The Nicholforest Parish has characteristics of an affluent Rural area with little services or significant economy activity within the Parish borders, and is mostly used for residential purposes only.

History

“Beginning 1 July 1837, births, deaths and marriages, regardless of religious affiliation, were recorded with Civil Registration Offices in Cumbria, as in the rest of England". [10] This signified the Beginning of official records and identification of Parishes such as Nicholforest.

According to Nicholforest official parish website, historically being located on the border between England and Scotland caused social tensions. "Border Reivers were raiders along the Anglo–Scottish border from the late 13th century to the beginning of the 17th century. Their ranks consisted of both Scottish and English families, and they raided the entire border country without regard to their victims' nationality". As a result of this it has been documented that "There was fighting (or feuds) between families on the same side of the Border and across the border. Marriage across the Border could result in the death penalty but such unions did occur … regularly." [11] [12]

Notable establishments

Church of St Nicholas

St Nicholas Church, Nicholforest - geograph.org.uk - 320883 St Nicholas Church, Nicholforest - geograph.org.uk - 320883.jpg
St Nicholas Church, Nicholforest – geograph.org.uk – 320883

“St Nicholas' Church, Nicholforest, is an old and humble parish church with nave, chancel and apse. There is a small wooden bell turret with a spire. There are many stained glass windows, all by John Scott & son, with a five light East window depicting Christ the Good Shepherd flanked by the four Evangelists." [13] “The church of St Nicholas is located at the gates of Kingfield House, in a semi wooded situation about half a mile from the village hall. Built in 1866, it is Gothic architecture in style, to a design by Alexander Graham of London." [14] "The church was entirely rebuilt and enlarged by the addition of a chancel in 1866, at a cost of £2,000. It is a handsome stone building, lighted by several stained glass windows." [15] [16] The church is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade II listed building. [17]

The current clergyman of this Church of England is The Revd Brett Murphy [18]

Village Hall

“Until the 1960s, dances were held at Scuggate in a wooden hut known as "The Border Hall".", "Eventually, a wooden hut was built, on the site of our present-day Village Hall. This hut was a popular meeting place amongst locals and it was used regularly. In the summer, there would be Sports Days, Fancy Dress competitions, Bowls etc." [19] Currently "Nicholforest Village Hall plays a central role in the community. It is a registered charity that is devoted to fostering a community spirit. Much of the committee's efforts go into maintaining the village hall and promoting its use for group activities." This includes Nicholforest Art group, Parent and toddler groups, and Women's Institute evenings every Wednesday. [20]

As the village hall is situated in a sparsely populated rural area it is important to provide facilities such as a car park and Ramp for disabled access. The Village hall also provides a book drop facility operating within the Penton area. [21]

See also

Related Research Articles

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Rockhampton, Gloucestershire</span> Human settlement in England

Rockhampton is a village and civil parish in the English county of Gloucestershire, situated in the unitary district of South Gloucestershire. It is located 2.8 miles (4.5 km) northeast of Thornbury, 18.6 miles (29.9 km) north of Bristol and is approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) east of the River Severn. It had a population of 166 people according to the 2011 census.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Poyntington</span> Human settlement in England

Poyntington is a village and civil parish in the county of Dorset in South West England. It lies on the edge of the Blackmore Vale about 2 miles (3.2 km) north of Sherborne. In the 2011 census the parish had a population of 128.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sedbergh</span> Town in Cumbria, England

Sedbergh is a town and civil parish in the ceremonial county of Cumbria. It falls within the historic boundaries of the West Riding of Yorkshire. Since April 2023, it has been administered by Westmorland and Furness local authority. The 2001 census gave the parish a population of 2,705, increasing at the 2011 census to 2,765. It lies about 10 miles (16 km) east of Kendal, 28 miles (45 km) north of Lancaster and about 10 miles (16 km) north of Kirkby Lonsdale, within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It stands at the foot of Howgill Fells, on the north bank of the River Rawthey, which joins the River Lune 2 miles (3 km) below the town.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Binbrook</span> Village in England

Binbrook is a village and civil parish in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. It is situated on the B1203 road, and 8 miles (13 km) north-east from Market Rasen.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Gayles, North Yorkshire</span> Village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England

Gayles is a village and civil parish in the Richmondshire district of North Yorkshire, England. Gayles is established in the district ward of Gilling West. This small village consists of 80 households, with a total population of 180 according to the 2011 UK census. The area also includes two farms by the names of Gayles Hall Farm and Slip Farm. The village is roughly 10 miles (16 km) west of Darlington.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Harting</span> Village and parish in West Sussex, England

Harting is a civil parish in the Chichester District of West Sussex, England. It is situated on the northern flank of the South Downs, around 3.5 miles (5.6 km) southeast of Petersfield in Hampshire. It comprises the village of South Harting and the hamlets of East Harting, West Harting and Nyewood.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Roxby, North Yorkshire</span> Village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England

Roxby is a village and civil parish in the Scarborough district of North Yorkshire, England. It is located near Staithes.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Stanthorne</span> Human settlement in England

Stanthorne is a village and former civil parish, now in the parish of Stanthorne and Wimboldsley, in the Cheshire West and Chester district, in the ceremonial county of Cheshire, England, 2 miles west of Middlewich. The A54 runs through the village, connecting it to the railway station at Winsford. At the 2011 census, it had a population of 153.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Husborne Crawley</span> Village in Bedfordshire, England

Husborne Crawley is a small village and civil parish in Bedfordshire, England, located close to Junction 13 of the M1 motorway. The village touches the borders of the Woburn Abbey estate on one side, and the village of Aspley Guise on the other. The meaning of the Husborne element of the towns name is "warrior stream" and the Crawley element means "crow clearing". It appears as Hussheburn Crawele, in 1421.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Clopton, Suffolk</span> Human settlement in England

Clopton is a village and civil parish in Suffolk. It is located between Ipswich and Debenham two kilometres north of Grundisburgh on the River Lark. The village is no larger than a series of houses either side of the B1078, surrounded by farm land. The village itself has no clear centre; houses and other buildings are concentrated around the four manors of Kingshall, Brendhall, Rousehall and Wascolies, all of which are mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">North Lopham</span> Human settlement in England

North Lopham is a village and civil parish in the English county of Norfolk.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Haile, Cumbria</span> Human settlement in England

Haile is a small village and civil parish in Cumberland district, in the county of Cumbria, England. It had a population of 617 at the 2011 census.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Stratford St Andrew</span> Village in Suffolk, England

Stratford St Andrew is a small village and a civil parish just off the A12 road, in the East Suffolk district, in the English county of Suffolk. It lies 3 miles south west of Saxmundham, the nearest town.

Sutton is a village and a civil parish on the B1083 road, in the East Suffolk district, in the county of Suffolk, England. Sutton has a pub, a mobile post office and a place of worship. There is also the hamlet of Sutton Street and the Sutton Common estate nearby.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Ponsonby, Cumbria</span> Human settlement in England

Ponsonby is a village and civil parish in the Cumberland district of the county of Cumbria, England. Ponsonby has a church which was constructed in 1840 and had further additions in 1874. Ponsonby is located along and just off the A595. It has a population of 205 according to the 2011 Census Data.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Skelsmergh</span> Human settlement in England

Skelsmergh is a small village and former civil parish, now in the parish of Skelsmergh and Scalthwaiterigg, in Westmorland and Furness in rural Cumbria, England, about 4 miles (6.4 km) north of Kendal, on the A6 road.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Oughterside and Allerby</span>

Oughterside and Allerby is a civil parish in the Cumberland district, Cumbria, England. In the 2011 census it had a population of 619. The north western boundary of the parish is a short stretch of coast, then, working clockwise, the parish is bordered by Hayton and Mealo to the north, Aspatria to the north east, Plumbland to the south east, Gilcrux to the south and Crosscanonby to the south west. The A596 road from Aspatria to Maryport passes through the parish, and the B5300 road follows its coastline in the north west. The main settlements in the parish are Allerby in the west and Oughterside and Prospect, in the east.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Kingwater</span> Civil parish in Cumbria, England

Kingwater is a civil parish in Cumberland district, Cumbria, England. At the 2011 census it had a population of 170.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Kirkandrews on Esk</span> Human settlement in England

Kirkandrews, is a civil parish near Carlisle in Cumberland, Cumbria, England. The parish includes the hamlet of Moat. At the 2011 census it had a population of 493.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Kirklinton Middle</span> Civil parish in Carlisle, Cumbria, England

Kirklinton Middle is a civil parish in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England. At the 2011 census, it had a population of 384.

References

  1. ↑ "Civil Parish population 2011" . Retrieved 27 January 2016.
  2. ↑ Wilson, John Marius (1870–72). Gazetteer of England and Wales. Edinburgh: A.Fullerton & Co. Retrieved 27 January 2015.
  3. ↑ "Nicholforest (Parish): key figures for 2011 Census: Key statistics". Neighbourhood statistics. Office for National statistics. Retrieved 23 September 2015.
  4. ↑ "Nicholforest (Parish): Key Figures for 2011 Census: Quick Statistics". Neighbourhood Statistics. Office For National Statistics. Archived from the original on 2 April 2015. Retrieved 16 February 2015.
  5. ↑ "Nicholforest (Parish): Dwellings, Household Spaces and Accommodation Type, 2011". Neighborhood Statistics. Office For National Statistics. Retrieved 23 September 2015.
  6. ↑ "Nicholforest (Parish): Key Figures for 2011 Census: Rooms, Bedrooms and Central Heating, 2011". Neighbourhood Statistics. Office of National Statistics. Retrieved 23 September 2015.
  7. ↑ "Nicholforest (Parish): Key Figures for 2011 Census: Economic Activity, 2011". Neighbourhood Statistics. Office For National Statistics. Retrieved 23 September 2015.
  8. ↑ "Nicholforest (parish):Key Figures for 2011 Census: Quick statistics". Neighbourhood Statistics. Office For National Statistics. Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 22 April 2015.
  9. ↑ "Border registration District". GENUKI; UK & Ireland Genealogy. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
  10. ↑ "NICHOL FOREST (Chapelry), Cumberland". GENUKI: UK & Ireland Genealogy. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
  11. ↑ "Border Reivers". Nicholforest, Cumbria. Archived from the original on 2 April 2015. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
  12. ↑ "Nichol Forest PA/CP". Vision of Britain. Retrieved 22 April 2015.
  13. ↑ "The Church at Nicholforest". Nicholforest, Cumbria. Archived from the original on 2 April 2015. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
  14. ↑ "Nicholforest Church". The esk Parishes. Archived from the original on 2 April 2015. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
  15. ↑ "NICHOL FOREST (Chapelry), Cumberland". GENUKI: UK & Ireland Genealogy. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
  16. ↑ "St Nicholas Church, Nicholforest". Geograph. Retrieved 22 February 2015.
  17. ↑ Historic England, "Church of St. Nicholas (1087518)", National Heritage List for England , retrieved 18 June 2016
  18. ↑ "St Nicholas, Nicholforest". The church of England. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
  19. ↑ "Village hall history". Nicholforest, Cumbria. Archived from the original on 2 April 2015. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
  20. ↑ "Clubs & Activities". Nicholforest, Cumbria. Archived from the original on 2 April 2015. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
  21. ↑ "Nicholforest Book Drop". Cumbria County council. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
This page is based on this Wikipedia article
Text is available under the CC BY-SA 4.0 license; additional terms may apply.
Images, videos and audio are available under their respective licenses.