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Langton

Civil Parish in Durham

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Langton

Road leading to telephone box in Langton Langton is a small settlement in County Durham; the blue and yellow road sign is typical of the style in use in the county. The telephone box is a small feature in the distance along the road.
Road leading to telephone box in Langton Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Langton is a civil parish situated in the county of Durham, England. It is located approximately 8 miles southwest of the city of Durham and covers an area of around 4 square miles. The parish is predominantly rural, with picturesque landscapes and a tranquil atmosphere.

The village of Langton itself is small and charming, with a population of around 400 residents. It has a rich history, dating back to medieval times, and is known for its traditional architecture, including a number of well-preserved stone cottages and a historic church, St. Giles. The church is a prominent feature in the village, with its tall spire and stained glass windows.

The parish is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, providing a scenic backdrop for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, deer, and other native species, making it popular among nature enthusiasts.

Langton is well connected to nearby towns and cities, with good transport links including several bus routes and major roads. The village has limited amenities, with a small shop and a community hall, but residents have access to a wider range of services and facilities in the nearby towns.

Overall, Langton offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, perfect for those seeking a rural lifestyle with easy access to urban areas. Its historical charm, natural beauty, and close-knit community make it a desirable place to live or visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.570325/-1.755452 or Grid Reference NZ1519. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road leading to telephone box in Langton Langton is a small settlement in County Durham; the blue and yellow road sign is typical of the style in use in the county. The telephone box is a small feature in the distance along the road.
Road leading to telephone box in Langton
Langton is a small settlement in County Durham; the blue and yellow road sign is typical of the style in use in the county. The telephone box is a small feature in the distance along the road.
Prominent tree in field of grain The field which probably has a crop of barley, lies to the west of a road junction on Ford Dike Lane. The road sign at the junction is an old one, cast in iron.
Prominent tree in field of grain
The field which probably has a crop of barley, lies to the west of a road junction on Ford Dike Lane. The road sign at the junction is an old one, cast in iron.
Not so old Boundary Marker on the A67 between Winston and Gainford The Winston marker is at the west end and the Gainford marker is at the east end of the parapet of the Alwent Beck bridge on the south side of the A67. In Winston parish and inscribed WINSTON vertically. A list of the boundary markers can be found here <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://1drv.ms/w/s!Apt1XW0zY8DDgcFsnkpupbpYSiiVEQ?e=TaoW1W" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://1drv.ms/w/s!Apt1XW0zY8DDgcFsnkpupbpYSiiVEQ?e=TaoW1W">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>. Read "Marking Parish Boundaries Along the Teesdale Way" ISBN 0 9520624 2 9. Milestone Society National ID: DU_TEES01pb
Not so old Boundary Marker on the A67 between Winston and Gainford
The Winston marker is at the west end and the Gainford marker is at the east end of the parapet of the Alwent Beck bridge on the south side of the A67. In Winston parish and inscribed WINSTON vertically. A list of the boundary markers can be found here LinkExternal link. Read "Marking Parish Boundaries Along the Teesdale Way" ISBN 0 9520624 2 9. Milestone Society National ID: DU_TEES01pb
Not so old Boundary Marker on the A67 between Winston and Gainford The Winston marker is at the east end and the Gainford marker is at the east end of the parapet of the Alwent Beck bridge on the south side of the A67. In Gainford parish and inscribed GAINFORD vertically. A list of the boundary markers can be found here <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://1drv.ms/w/s!Apt1XW0zY8DDgcFsnkpupbpYSiiVEQ?e=TaoW1W" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://1drv.ms/w/s!Apt1XW0zY8DDgcFsnkpupbpYSiiVEQ?e=TaoW1W">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>. Read "Marking Parish Boundaries Along the Teesdale Way" ISBN 0 9520624 2 9. Milestone Society National ID: DU_TEES01pb
Not so old Boundary Marker on the A67 between Winston and Gainford
The Winston marker is at the east end and the Gainford marker is at the east end of the parapet of the Alwent Beck bridge on the south side of the A67. In Gainford parish and inscribed GAINFORD vertically. A list of the boundary markers can be found here LinkExternal link. Read "Marking Parish Boundaries Along the Teesdale Way" ISBN 0 9520624 2 9. Milestone Society National ID: DU_TEES01pb
Old Milestone by the A67, west of Tees Bridge Carved stone post by the A67, in parish of GAINFORD (TEESDALE District), West of Tees Bridge, on grass verge, on South side of road. BC/D stone, erected by the Stockton & Barnard Castle turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- : BC / 7 : : D / 9 : Milestone Society National ID: DU_DABC09.
Old Milestone by the A67, west of Tees Bridge
Carved stone post by the A67, in parish of GAINFORD (TEESDALE District), West of Tees Bridge, on grass verge, on South side of road. BC/D stone, erected by the Stockton & Barnard Castle turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- : BC / 7 : : D / 9 : Milestone Society National ID: DU_DABC09.
Arable land near Headlam The gate beside Ford Dike Lane gives access to a field planted with a cereal crop which appears to be growing well. On the gatepost nearest to the tree there is an Ordnance Survey bench mark.
Arable land near Headlam
The gate beside Ford Dike Lane gives access to a field planted with a cereal crop which appears to be growing well. On the gatepost nearest to the tree there is an Ordnance Survey bench mark.
Bench Mark, Ford Dike Lane The bench mark is on the south side of the post. For a wider view <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2457074">NZ1718 : Arable land near Headlam</a> and for information on the cut mark and others in the <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38263" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38263">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Bench Mark, Ford Dike Lane
The bench mark is on the south side of the post. For a wider view NZ1718 : Arable land near Headlam and for information on the cut mark and others in the LinkExternal link
Bridleway near Langton The well used bridleway takes riders and walkers from Ford Dike Lane to Kiln Lane.
Bridleway near Langton
The well used bridleway takes riders and walkers from Ford Dike Lane to Kiln Lane.
Footpath near Langton The footpath follows the hedge as it takes walker from Ford Dike Lane to Back Lane. A walk beside a hedgerow will reveal a rich and flourishing gallery of wildlife. Even recent hedgerows, dating back little more than a century have been swiftly colonized by nature, and have now become havens for an enormous variety of woodland plants and animals dispossessed of natural habitats elsewhere.
Footpath near Langton
The footpath follows the hedge as it takes walker from Ford Dike Lane to Back Lane. A walk beside a hedgerow will reveal a rich and flourishing gallery of wildlife. Even recent hedgerows, dating back little more than a century have been swiftly colonized by nature, and have now become havens for an enormous variety of woodland plants and animals dispossessed of natural habitats elsewhere.
Minor road, Langton The minor road into the village has a K6 type telephone box beside it. In 1935, the Post Office commissioned a new kiosk from Sir Giles Gilbert Scott to celebrate the Jubilee of King George V. The K6 Jubilee Kiosk, as it is known, was similar to the K2 box, being made of cast iron and painted red but was 25% lighter in weight. By the end of the 1930s there were 20,000 K6 telephone boxes in use all over the UK. Beside the telephone box there is also a postbox and the village noticeboard.
Minor road, Langton
The minor road into the village has a K6 type telephone box beside it. In 1935, the Post Office commissioned a new kiosk from Sir Giles Gilbert Scott to celebrate the Jubilee of King George V. The K6 Jubilee Kiosk, as it is known, was similar to the K2 box, being made of cast iron and painted red but was 25% lighter in weight. By the end of the 1930s there were 20,000 K6 telephone boxes in use all over the UK. Beside the telephone box there is also a postbox and the village noticeboard.
Minor road, Langton The minor road becomes Hulam Lane as it continues past Langton Farm. There is an Ordnance Survey bench mark on the corner of the farm building.
Minor road, Langton
The minor road becomes Hulam Lane as it continues past Langton Farm. There is an Ordnance Survey bench mark on the corner of the farm building.
Bench Mark, Langton Farm The Ordnance Survey bench mark is to be found on the east side of the barn. For a wider view of the barn <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2457266">NZ1619 : Minor road, Langton</a> and for further information on the cut mark and others in the area <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38268" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38268">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Bench Mark, Langton Farm
The Ordnance Survey bench mark is to be found on the east side of the barn. For a wider view of the barn NZ1619 : Minor road, Langton and for further information on the cut mark and others in the area LinkExternal link
Pump, Langton The pump is hidden in the hedge beside the drystone wall.
Pump, Langton
The pump is hidden in the hedge beside the drystone wall.
Pasture land near Ingleton The large field is bordered by a mixture of hedges and fences. There are also a number of dead trees.
Pasture land near Ingleton
The large field is bordered by a mixture of hedges and fences. There are also a number of dead trees.
Alwent Fields of wheat ready for harvesting alongside Alwent Beck. Selaby Hall can be seen in the background.
Alwent
Fields of wheat ready for harvesting alongside Alwent Beck. Selaby Hall can be seen in the background.
Rigg Lane joining Ford Dike Lane near Headlam
Rigg Lane joining Ford Dike Lane near Headlam
Alwent Hall
Alwent Hall
Alwent Mill Now more residential than industrial, Alwent Mill formerly used water from weirs upstream on Langley Beck a short distance beyond the buildings seen here.
Alwent Mill
Now more residential than industrial, Alwent Mill formerly used water from weirs upstream on Langley Beck a short distance beyond the buildings seen here.
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Langton is located at Grid Ref: NZ1519 (Lat: 54.570325, Lng: -1.755452)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

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