Romney Cottage

Romney Cottage is an early-18th century home located in the Ormsgill area of Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, England. Also known as High Cocken it is most noted as being the residence of painter George Romney, an early member of the famed Romney family.[1] Having been born in nearby Dalton-in-Furness, Romney lived in High Cocken between the ages of 8 and 21 before relocating to Kendal and eventually London. Romney Cottage was granted Grade II listed status in 1976.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 "Romney Cottage". British Listed Buildings. Retrieved 12 November 2014.

Coordinates: 54°8′4.3″N 3°13′41.1″W / 54.134528°N 3.228083°W / 54.134528; -3.228083

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