Parish in Cumberland, England
| Coordinates: | 54.77, -3.255 |
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| OS grid ref: | NY 19 42 |
| Dialling code: | 016973 (Wigton) |
Allhallows is a small, rural parish set in the historic county of Cumberland in north‑west England, characterised by rolling farmland, stone cottages and lanes rather than a single built‑up centre. Its name recalls a church dedication to All Hallows (All Saints) and the area has medieval roots; the landscape and traditional buildings give a strong sense of continuity with past centuries while being within easy reach of the Lake District and the Solway Firth.
Economically and socially it is typical of many Cumbrian parishes: farming remains important, communities are small and close‑knit, and there is a modest mix of local services, seasonal visitors and people who commute to nearby towns for work. Local history, village halls and occasional rural fairs or church events still play a big part in parish life, and traces of historic land use and transport links can be seen in field patterns and old buildings.
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