Crofton, Cumbria
| Crofton | |
|---|---|
Archway at the entrance to drive up to the site of Crofton Hall | |
| OS grid reference | NY305505 |
| • London | 261 miles (420 km) SSE |
| Unitary authority | |
| Ceremonial county | |
| Region | |
| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | CARLISLE |
| Postcode district | CA5 |
| Dialling code | 016973 |
| Police | Cumbria |
| Fire | Cumbria |
| Ambulance | North West |
| UK Parliament | |
Crofton is an area of Thursby, Cumberland district of Cumbria, England. It is 6.4 miles (10.3 km) west-southwest of Carlisle. In 1870-72 the township had a population of 105.
Historically a part of Cumberland, Crofton was one of three small townships in the centre of the former Parish of Thursby. It was originally called Croft-town, derived from the word Croft, as the town standing upon the Crofts.
Notable landmarks were Crofton Place, the seat of Sir Wastel Brisco, Bart. It also became a surname to John Crofton. Although Crofton Hall was demolished in about 1955–1956, some of the estate buildings remain, and the gateway and pond are notable remnants.