Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Gosforth within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Gosforth.-- par. and vil., W. Cumberland, 6½ miles SE. of Egremont, 8260 ac., pop. 1227; P.O.; has ancient cross (14 ft. high) in the churchyard.