What are the villages in Langdale?
It splits into two valleys, Great Langdale and Little Langdale. It includes the lovely village of Elterwater with its pub and a scattering of craft shops, Chapel Stile and the various pubs along the B5343. Langdale takes its name from the Old Norse term for ‘long valley’. Located right at the heart of the Lake District, this classic, stunning example of a U-shaped glacial valley was described by John Ruskin as “…the loveliest rock scenery, chased with silver waterfalls, that I ever set foot or heart upon”.Great Langdale is a valley in the Lake District National Park in North West England, the epithet Great distinguishing it from the neighbouring valley of Little Langdale. Langdale is also the name of a valley in the Howgill Fells, elsewhere in Cumbria.
What’s the history of Langdale?
Documented land use in Langdale began in the 11th century and by the 16th century there were ten farms recorded here. Langdale today is an important valley for the local Herdwick sheep, with around half of it used specifically as high grazing land for this hardy local breed. Visiting Langdale in spring between the winter and summer months is a great time as this is when local amenities are beginning to open back up if they have closed over winter. Spring is a busy time for farmers in Langdale, meaning local walks will offer sights of new life including new lambs.From the Neolithic era to the 16th century Documented land use in Langdale began in the 11th century and by the 16th century there were ten farms recorded here. Langdale today is an important valley for the local Herdwick sheep, with around half of it used specifically as high grazing land for this hardy local breed.
Where is Langdale?
Some of the most beautiful scenery in the lake district can be found in the langdale valley, a collection of picturesque villages set in a dramatic landscape dominated by giant fells that are perfect for high fell walking. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails through great langdale are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts at any skill level.