Where is Cleator Moor?

Cleator Moor is located within Cumbria, 5 miles east of the coast at St Bees, and 42 miles south of Carlisle.

What is Cleator Moor like?

Cleator Moor is a former industrial town which is now mainly residential. The town is surrounded by amazing countryside and is 3 mile away from the Lake District National Park. Cleator Moor has a population of around 7,000. Crime is relatively low, with an average of 100 incidents per month.

Man dies following Wigton property fire

0 0 Little Ireland Friday, 16 October 2020

Police have confirmed that a man has died following a fire at a property at Rydal Close, Wigton

Officers were called at around 4pm yesterday (Oct 16) by Cumbria Fire and Rescue service.

A 92-year-old man from Wigton was an occupant in the property when the fire was alight.

The death is not believed to be suspicious at this time. Police are working with Cumbria Fire & Rescue Service to investigate the circumstances leading to the fire.

The Coroner has been informed and police are supporting his family.