Low Longmire

Heritage Site in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

Low Longmire

White Moss Tarn On the Hay Bridge nature reserve. I presume it's artificial, as there's no sign of it on old maps.
White Moss Tarn Credit: Ian Taylor

Low Longmire is a charming heritage site located in the picturesque county of Lancashire, England. Situated amidst the serene beauty of the Forest of Bowland, this historical hamlet offers visitors a glimpse into the region's rich past.

The village of Low Longmire, with its stone cottages and cobbled streets, exudes a delightful old-world charm. Dating back to the medieval era, it was once a bustling center for the local iron industry. The remnants of the ironworks can still be seen, including the original smelting ovens and mine shafts. The village's industrial past is preserved through well-preserved buildings and artifacts displayed in a small museum.

The heritage site is also renowned for its traditional farming practices, which have been passed down through generations. Visitors can witness the local farmers tending to their livestock and cultivating the land using age-old techniques. The surrounding countryside is dotted with picturesque farmland, providing a scenic backdrop for leisurely walks and hikes.

Low Longmire is also home to a beautiful parish church, St. Mary's, which dates back to the 12th century. The church's stunning architecture and ancient gravestones are a testament to the village's long-standing religious heritage.

Visiting Low Longmire offers a unique opportunity to experience the tranquility and simplicity of rural life in Lancashire. The site's well-preserved historic buildings, traditional farming practices, and natural beauty make it a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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Low Longmire Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.277/-3.034 or Grid Reference SD3287. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

White Moss Tarn On the Hay Bridge nature reserve. I presume it's artificial, as there's no sign of it on old maps.
White Moss Tarn
On the Hay Bridge nature reserve. I presume it's artificial, as there's no sign of it on old maps.
Pond at Old Hall Farm Compare with a 2006 view <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/267837">SD3285 : Bouth</a>
Pond at Old Hall Farm
Compare with a 2006 view SD3285 : Bouth
West side of Lone Riggs Lone Riggs is the hill on the right.
West side of Lone Riggs
Lone Riggs is the hill on the right.
Oxen Park Reading Room Renovation was completed in 2020. Compare with a 2013 view <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3517096">SD3187 : Oxen Park Village Hall</a>
Oxen Park Reading Room
Renovation was completed in 2020. Compare with a 2013 view SD3187 : Oxen Park Village Hall
Oxen Park Reading Room Renovation was completed in 2020.
Oxen Park Reading Room
Renovation was completed in 2020.
Derelict farm building Bouth
Derelict farm building Bouth
Vernacular farm building
Vernacular farm building
Vernacular farm building
Vernacular farm building
Vernacular farm building at Rusland Cross
Vernacular farm building at Rusland Cross
Road to Low Longmire
Road to Low Longmire
Bandrake Head
Bandrake Head
Manor House The Manor House public house in Oxen Park.
Manor House
The Manor House public house in Oxen Park.
New House
New House
Whitestock Hall
Whitestock Hall
Lone Riggs
Lone Riggs
Cultivator Old cultivator.
Cultivator
Old cultivator.
Old Smithy
Old Smithy
Tractor Tractor near Danes How.
Tractor
Tractor near Danes How.
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Low Longmire is located at Grid Ref: SD3287 (Lat: 54.277, Lng: -3.034)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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