Shap Collection

LMS Princess Coronation Class No. 46257 ?City of Salford? hauling the Mid-day Scot, passing the Shap Summit signal box by Alan Anderson

County Map of Westmoreland and Cumberland, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

GFS Camp, Shap
Girls outside a hut at the Girls Friendly Society camp at Shap, Westmorland. Date: Date unknown

Destruction of Shap- ng-tsais Piratical Fleet, by the British, in the Gulf of Tonquin (engraving)
1611917 Destruction of Shap- ng-tsais Piratical Fleet, by the British, in the Gulf of Tonquin (engraving) by English School

CA Carlisle, CA10 3
CA10 3

Urban Shapes
Gettysburg Parking Garage

Steam locomotive at Scout Green, near Tebay, Cumbria, well known for its steep gradient. circa 1960s

View of snow covered farmland with drystone walls, sheep flock and distant fells, near Shap, Cumbria, England, January

View of snow covered farmland with drystone walls and distant fells, near Shap, Cumbria, England, January

Domestic Sheep, mule flock, feeding on hay in snow covered field, with Shap Fells in distance, Cumbria, England, January

Domestic Sheep, adult, standing beside water trough in drystone wall, Shap, Cumbria, England, april

SHAP ABBEY
Shap Abbey, Cumbria, England, is a rare Premonstratensian house, in a rather bleak setting. Its most distinctive surviving feature is its huge West Tower. Date: founded circa 1200

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"Exploring the Diverse and Historic Shap: From Steam Locomotives to Ancient Abbey" Shap, a picturesque village in Cumbria, England, offers a fascinating blend of history, nature, and urban charm. Nestled near Tebay lies Scout Green, where a magnificent steam locomotive stands as a testament to the area's rich railway heritage. The iconic LMS Princess Coronation Class No. 46257 "City of Salford" evokes nostalgia for an era gone by. As we delve deeper into Shap's past, we discover a captivating county map from 1777 showcasing Westmoreland and Cumberland. It serves as a window into the region's historical boundaries and geographical intricacies. Venturing further brings us to GFS Camp in Shap—a place that holds stories of camaraderie and resilience. This site witnessed countless memories etched into its very fabric. Across distant shores in the Gulf of Tonquin, British forces once triumphed over piracy—specifically the notorious Shap-ng-tsais Piratical Fleet—as depicted in an engraving capturing their heroic victory. Returning closer to home is CA Carlisle with its intriguing postcode CA10 3—an address that connects people from various walks of life within this vibrant community. But it is not just history that defines Shap; its urban landscape tells another tale altogether. Urban Shapes emerge amidst modernity—a fusion of architectural wonders blending seamlessly with traditional aesthetics. In winter's embrace, snow blankets farmland adorned with drystone walls while sheep graze peacefully against the backdrop of majestic fells. These scenes paint an ethereal picture—one only experienced during January's frosty days. As spring breathes new life into Shap's countryside come April, adult domestic sheep find solace beside water troughs nestled within ancient drystone walls—a serene sight symbolizing harmony between man-made structures and nature itself. Finally, our journey concludes at Shap Abbey—a majestic ruin that whispers stories of devotion and spirituality.