Bothel Village Hall is a registered charity proposing to build a new hall and make improvements to its range of facilities, services and activities to provide a community hub. Beneficiaries will experience a reduction in rural isolation, greater sense of well-being, improved community relationships and increased skills. In North West Cumbria, near Cockermouth, the village has a population of 421. The village has limited services and the nearest shop, cafe, health services and post office are six miles away.