Muncaster

  • Description

    "Ancient parish in Allerdale above Derwent ward, Cumberland, containing townships of Muncaster (which included port village of Ravenglass) and Birkby, separated by River Esk....manor of Muncaster held by Pennington family since 13th century, remaining with their descendants to present, their seat at Muncaster Castle originating as medieval tower house, enlarged 17th century and substantially redesigned 1860s-1880s. Manor of Birkby held by Stanley family of Dalegarth....
  • Owner

    Cumbria County History Trust
  • Source

    Local (Co-Curate)
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  • Further information

    Link: https://www.cumbriacountyhistory.org.uk/township/muncaster
    Resource type: Text/Website
    Added by: Simon Cotterill
    Last modified: 1 hour, 25 minutes ago
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