Wythburn Church

The stone church features traditional English ecclesiastical architecture with a simple rectangular layout and a small chancel added in 1872.

Built in 1640 and rebuilt in 1740, Wythburn Church stands as one of the few remaining structures after the flooding of Thirlmere reservoir in 1894.

The church represents a connection to local religious practices and serves as a focal point for community gatherings in the Cumberland County area.

The Grade II listed building remains accessible to visitors throughout the year, offering insight into religious architecture from the 17th century.

Located near the Thirlmere reservoir, this church survived while the entire village of Wythburn submerged during the reservoir construction.

Location: St John's Castlerigg and Wythburn

Inception: 1640

Architects: Charles John Ferguson

Website: http://cdyc.org.uk/churches/wythburn-church.html

GPS coordinates: 54.51300,-3.04510

Latest update: March 5, 2025 18:30