Parish in Cumberland, England
| Coordinates: | 54.904, -2.755 |
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| OS grid ref: | NY 51 56 |
| Dialling code: | 01697 (Brampton) |
Hayton is a rural parish a few miles to the east of Carlisle in Cumberland, set among gentle farmland, hedgerows and low limestone fells. The landscape sweeps down to small wooded valleys and the parish includes attractive features such as Talkin Tarn, a glacial lake and country park that draws walkers, sailors and families from the city.
Locally the economy still leans on agriculture and small rural businesses, with many residents commuting to Carlisle for work while village life revolves around a parish church, village hall and occasional community events. Historic farmsteads and modest country houses hint at the area’s longer past, and the easy access to outdoor recreation makes it popular for day visitors and quieter countryside living.
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