[1] Historically in Cumberland, the village is located to the south-east of Whitehaven on the A595 road, close to the Mirehouse Housing Estate and Moresby Parks.

It has a Spar convenience store and several pubs – including the Distressed Sailor, the Lowther Arms and the Richmond.

Hensingham ARLFC are an amateur Rugby league based in Whitehaven.

Founded in 1900 It wasn't until 1920 that the Club changed its allegiances to Rugby League.

They now play their rugby in the National Conference League Division 3.