Longtown

Longtown is situated on the English/Scottish border and is just three miles from the infamous Gretna Green and six from the bustling city of Carlisle. Longtown's turbulent history is evident in both legend and historic sites that are just waiting to be explored.

Today, Longtown is primarily a friendly farming town and gifts the visitor with beautiful natural scenery and is a tranquil haven in which to unwind and relax. For tourists looking into border history, there is a great deal to be found around Longtown. It lies at the heart of the 'Debatable Lands' and is close to the location of the Battle of the Solway Moss. Longtown is England's first and last border town, with the Solway Firth to the West and Hadrian's Wall to the East.

When selecting a destination in the UK for a holiday, there is much to consider; the location, activities, attractions, accommodation and welcome; in this area and nearby in Carlisle, all those requirements are exceeded. This part of England offers so much, it can cater to just about any traveller's pleasure. The history is evident in the incredible architecture, legends and museums that invite you to discover more. Nature wears her finest in every season and offers an abundance of wildlife, flora and fauna as a feast for the eyes. Activities abound with the modern blending well with the old and the welcome exceeds all expectation.

Longtown sits prettily on the River Esk, nature's border with Scotland and one of the key reasons that Longtown has seen many centuries of border warfare. One of the local legends is that King Arthur raised an army of Northern Britons to meet the pagan hoards from the North Sea. It is said that King Arthur's last battle could have been at the Hadrian's Wall fort of Camtoglama and that his body rested at the Parish of Arthuret.

Here in Longtown, you can easily visit both the Lake District and Scotland via excellent roadways and public transport. Scotland is only four miles away and offers the fun of the Gretna Sunday market, an experience not to be missed, or even drive to the wonderful city of Edinburgh. The North Lakes and Windermere are all a short distance away too and are amongst the most picturesque places to visit in Britain.