Edward I died of dysentery whilst camping on nearby Burgh Marsh in July 1307. He had gathered his men to cross into Scotland and deal with the rebellion of Robert the Bruce.

The statue was unveiled by the Duke of Kent in 2007 and stands proud in the village by the roadside and the playing fields.

Charlie Cosh

June 22, 2025

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As well as this modern statue there is also a monument for Edward I north of the village.

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1. Bowness-on-Solway to Burgh by Sands via Hadrian's Wall Path — Solway Coast

25.6km

06:29

60m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. St Mary's Church, Beaumont – Statue of Edward I loop from Willow Holme

18.4km

04:47

120m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Statue of Edward I – King Edward I Monument loop from Burgh by Sands

11.9km

03:05

60m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Burgh By Sands, Carlisle, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Statue of Edward I

1. Bowness-on-Solway to Burgh by Sands via Hadrian's Wall Path — Solway Coast

2. St Mary's Church, Beaumont – Statue of Edward I loop from Willow Holme

3. Statue of Edward I – King Edward I Monument loop from Burgh by Sands

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