Waberthwaite

Waberthwaite is a village on the estuary of the River Esk in Cumbria, England. It was historically located near to, and overlooking, Muncaster Castle & and the picturesque village of Ravenglass.

The Parish Church of St John

The village church of St John with its Anglican cross and Norman font is one of the few remaining with box pews. Its appearance has likely remained largely unchanged since it was built, and it is believed to date back to at least the 13th century. The setting by a bend in the tidal River Esk, protected from northerly gales by the wooded sloped of Muncaster Fell, is truly idyllic. Squat and simple, this typical dale church has witnessed many centuries of devotion. The presence of ancient cross shafts from the 9th and 10th centuries in the churchyard suggests that the site has been a place of worship for well over a thousand years.

Waberthwaite CofE Primary School

The village is also home to Waberthwaite Church of England Primary School, a small but well-regarded school that serves local families and plays a vital role in the community. The surrounding countryside features a mix of farmland and natural landscapes, with nearby Waberthwaite Quarry recognized as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its geological importance.

R B Woodall of Waberthwaite

image of the shop front of Woodall's butchers in Waberthwaite

Richard Woodall of Waberthwaite was founded in 1828 and is one of the oldest family-run firms in the country. The company has supplied the royal household with its range of hams, bacon and sausages, as well as supplying a number of national retailers, including Fortnum & Mason, Harrods and Selfridges. The company is currently run by 7th, 8th and 9th generation family members.