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Brigflatts, Quaker Burial Ground and Meeting House (with defibrillator), near Sedbergh, Cumbria

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Accessibility

There are steps from the entrance gate to the main entrance; contact the Warden to discuss your needs and parking (Tel. 015396 20005). There is a defibrillator in the access toilet at the rear of the building

Brief description

Brigflatts, near Sedbergh, Cumbria, is one of the most famous Quaker Friends meeting houses, known by Friends all over the world. It is of interest for the simplicity of its interior and peaceful atmosphere.

Three-and-a-quarter centuries after George Fox first visited the hamlet of Brigflatts, it is still the home of a Friends’ Meeting. It receives more than 2,000 visitors a year from all over the world, many coming to explore the “1652 Country”, the birthplace of Quakerism. Visiting groups and individuals regularly join local Friends in worship on Sunday mornings.

Address

Rosebank
Brigflatts Lane
Sedbergh
Cumbria
LA10 5HN

Email

warden@brigflatts.org

Phone

Tel +44 (0)15396 20005

Website

http://www.brigflatts.org/

Directions

From the West (M6 Junction 37 & Kendal & the Lake District)

Take the A684 to Sedbergh. About 200 yds past the start of the 30mph limit on the outskirts of Sedbergh take the very sharp right turn onto the A683 towards Kirkby Lonsdale. About ½ mile on from this junction the entrance to Brigflatts Lane appears on the left immediately before a lay-by on the right (see parking advice below.) OS SD642912 The post-code for the Meeting House is LA10 5HN.

From the South (Kirkby Lonsdale)

From Kirkby Lonsdale, cross the River Lune on the A65 and take the A683 north up the vale of the Lune. After about 6 miles the road crosses the Rawthey at the narrow (single track) Middleton Bridge. About 1½ miles further on the left is the entrance to Brigflatts Lane rs on the right (see parking advice below)

From the East and the North East

Follow signs for Sedbergh and exit on the A684 towards Kendal and the M6. On the outskirts of the town,just beyond the petrol station on the left, bear left onto the A683 for Kirkby Lonsdale. About ½ mile on from this junction the entrance to Brigflatts Lane appears on the left (see parking advice below.)

There is extremely limited parking only three or four places. Those who are able to walk the 150 yards or so are advised to park in the lay-by on the A683.

Those with mobility difficulties may want to investigate if there is space in the lane and, if they are passengers, can always be dropped off at the Meeting House. If you need a nearby parking space and are coming during the busy summer period contact the Warden to discuss your needs (Tel. 015396 20005).

Opening Times

The Meeting House is open from 10am until 6pm in summer and until dusk in winter. space in the Meeting House is restricted and parking is very limited.
It may be opened earlier or later by arrangement with the Wardens.

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times as they may be subject to change

Transport

For more travel information go to http://www.traveline.info/ or call 0871 200 22 33. For train services visit http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ or call 08457 484950.

By Rail

West-coast mainline trains stop at Oxenholme station in Kendal. Buses leave from the west station entrance. There are also local trains to and from Windermere (via Kendal).
The Carlisle to Settle railway passes about 10 miles east of Sedbergh.
National Rail Enquiries journey planner web site is at: www.nationalrail.co.uk

By Bus

Bus Services from Kendal to Sedbergh are not frequent but with careful planning are quite useable. Buses to and from other towns (Kirkby Stephen, Kirkby Lonsdale, Dent etc) are also available. (NB additional services run during the summer, so check that you are consulting the correct timetable for the time of your visit). Buses stop in Sedbergh. It will be necessary to follow the 'on-foot' instructions to get to Brigflatts from there.

The Yorkshire Dales Public Transport Users Group provides on-line bus timetables at: www.dalesbus.org

Amenities

There are tea and coffee facilities in the Library - help yourself.

A number of Quaker and Brigflatts specific publications for sale.

There is also a DVD player in the corner with some Brigflatts related material for visitors to watch.

Travel Information

For further travel information please see: www.traveline.info

Or call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33
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