Burgh by Sands, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Burgh by Sands is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,244. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Burgh by Sands
Burgh by Sands is a village and civil parish in the Cumberland unitary authority area of Cumbria, England, situated near the Solway Firth. The parish includes the village of Burgh by Sands along with Longburgh, Dykesfield, Boustead Hill, Moorhouse and Thurstonfield. It is notable as the site of the first recorded North African (Mauri) military unit in Roman Britain, garrisoning the frontier fort of Aballava on Hadrian's Wall in the 3rd century AD. It is also where Edward I of England died in 1307.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,244 |
| Population Density | 81 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.9218°, -3.0567° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.1 inches (892 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Burgh by Sands
Burgh by Sands is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,244. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 15.3 sq mi (39.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 81/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.9218°N, 3.0567°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
Burgh by Sands has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 39°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.6") and April the driest (2.0").
Schools in Burgh by Sands
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockcliffe CofE Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Burgh by Sands School | - | - | - | - |
| Kirkbampton C.E. School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Burgh by Sands
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| JFSR - Jazz Funk Soul Radio | funk, jazz | AAC 320 kbps | |
| HearMe - 00s rock | 00s rock, 00’s rock | MP3 | |
| Bay Trust Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Golden Decades Radio | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Alive Radio 107.3 | dance, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hear Me top pop | pop, pop music | MP3 |
Museums in Burgh by Sands
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A World In Miniature | ||||
| Annan Museum | ||||
| Cumbria's Museum of Military Life | ||||
| Gretna Green Experience | ||||
| Guildhall Museum | ||||
| Scaleby Hill Vintage Motor Bike Museum | ||||
| The Arched House | ||||
| The Devil's Porridge Museum | ||||
| Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace | ||||
| Tullie House |
Libraries in Burgh by Sands
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlisle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Denton Holme Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Langholm Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Longtown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Morton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wigton Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Burgh by Sands
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Burgh by Sands
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Burgh by Sands
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Burgh by Sands
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Burgh by Sands
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borderlands Brewery | ||||
| Hesket Newmarket Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Burgh by Sands
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Burgh by Sands
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Carlisle Lake District Airport | CAX | Medium Airport |
| RAF Spadeadam | - | Medium Airport |
| Bedlands Gate Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Berrier Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eccles Newton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Falgunzeon Glider Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fingland | - | Small Airport |
| Glassonby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kirkbride Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lempitlaw Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Midlem Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skelling Farm Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Thankerton private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Burgh by Sands
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Burgh By Sands Post Office | |
| Kirkbampton Mobile Post Office Service |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Burgh by Sands
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Monkhill Methodist Church | |
| Saint Michaels Church | |
| St Mary the Virgin | |
| St Mary's | |
| St Peter |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Burgh by Sands?
Burgh by Sands has a population of 1,244 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 81 people per square mile, spread across 15.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Burgh by Sands?
Burgh by Sands has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 35.1 inches.
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