Photographs of Kirkby Lonsdale, a picturesque market town on the banks of the River Lune and on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park in Cumbria.
Kirkby Lonsdale Filming - Casterton - Cowan Bridge - Hutton Roof
Aerial view of St. Mary's Church and some roof tops of Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
Taken from a hot-air balloon.
Saint Mary's Church in the snow, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
St. Mary's is the oldest building in town, dating back to the 12th century. There is a fine Norman doorway and three Norman columns in the north aisle. To the east of these columns are 13th century Gothic arches.
Saint Mary's Church, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
St. Mary's is the oldest building in town, dating back to the 12th century. There is a fine Norman doorway and three Norman columns in the north aisle. To the east of these columns are 13th century Gothic arches.
The Romanesque Norman doorway of St. Mary's Church, Kirkby Lonsdale in Cumbria.
St. Mary's is the oldest building in town, dating back to the 12th century. There is a fine Norman doorway and three Norman columns in the north aisle. To the east of these columns are 13th century Gothic arches.
Daffodils in the graveyard of St. Mary's Church, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
The philosopher Bertrand Russell and author J.M. Barrie used to stay at The Rectory as guests of the family of Rev. John Llewelyn Davies. The reverend’s grandson was the inspiration for the novel, Peter Pan.
The 1873 Rectory from the graveyard of St. Mary's Church, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
The philosopher Bertrand Russell and author J.M. Barrie used to stay at The Rectory as guests of the family of Rev. John Llewelyn Davies. The reverend’s grandson was the inspiration for the novel, Peter Pan.
NB: Image edited. Notice board removed.
The stone coffin outside St Mary's Church, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
A casket hewn out of rock for a nobleman. Date uncertain.
The sundial on a stone pedestal in St Mary's churchyard, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
The sundial was made by Cary of London and installed in 1994 to replace an 18th century sundial that is now on display in the church.
The Green Man, St Mary's Church, Kirkby Lonsdale in Cumbria.
An early 12th century carving of the Green Man on one of the three wonderful Norman columns in St Mary's Church.
'Faith, Hope and Charity' window by the Pre-Raphaelite artist, Henry Holiday in St Marys Church, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
Church Brow and the Gazebo, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
The Gazebo is a late 18th century folly that was originally built as a summerhouse in the Rectory garden. Church Brow leads to Ruskin's View.
Ruskin's View, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
This scene over the River Lune to the Casterton and Barbon fells was admired by Constable and in 1822 was painted by Turner. The poet John Ruskin was also captivated by the view, and wrote, ‘I do not know in all my own country, still less in France or Italy, a place more naturally divine… than Kirkby Lonsdale.’
Ruskin's View, Kirkby Lonsdale in the Lune Valley, Cumbria.
This scene over the River Lune to the Casterton and Barbon fells was admired by Constable and in 1822 was painted by Turner. The poet John Ruskin was also captivated by the view, and wrote, ‘I do not know in all my own country, still less in France or Italy, a place more naturally divine… than Kirkby Lonsdale.’
Ruskin's View, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
This scene over the River Lune to the Casterton and Barbon fells was admired by Constable and in 1822 was painted by Turner. The poet John Ruskin was also captivated by the view, and wrote, ‘I do not know in all my own country, still less in France or Italy, a place more naturally divine… than Kirkby Lonsdale.’
Evening light on Middleton Fell from Ruskin's View, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
This scene over the River Lune to the Casterton and Barbon fells was admired by Constable and in 1822 was painted by Turner. The poet John Ruskin was also captivated by the view, and wrote, ‘I do not know in all my own country, still less in France or Italy, a place more naturally divine… than Kirkby Lonsdale.’
The 86 'Radical Steps' that link the River Lune footpath with Ruskin's View in Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
The Market Cross in Swine Market, Kirkby Lonsddale, Cumbria.
The 13th century market cross was moved to Swine Market from Main Street in 1822..Overhead wires removed..onsdale, Cumbria, England, UK.
Early evening sunshine on the Casterton and Barbon Fells from Mill Brow in Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
The Old Manor House to the left of the photo dates back to 1700.
N.B. The main, intrusive telegraph wire has been erased.
A view of Brownthwaite from Mitchelgate in the picturesque market town of Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
Market day in Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
Kirkby Lonsdale is recorded in the 1086 Doomsday Book and holds a 13th century market charter. An outdoor market is held in the Square every Thursday.
Christmas tree with lights in Market Square, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
Market Street in the picturesque market town of Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
The Royal Hotel, New Road and Market Square, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
The magnificent horse chestnuts trees lining the A65 at Kirkby Lonsdale in the Lune Valley of Cumbria.
Ancient and modern: Devil's Bridge and Stanley Bridge spanning the River Lune at Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
The 13th century Devils Bridge spanning the River Lune at Kirkby Lonsdale, a gateway to the extended Yorkshire Dales National Park in Cumbria.
Devil's Bridge probably dates back to the 13th century when monastic herds of sheep from Fountain’s Abbey and York had to journey west into Cumberland. The most popular legend as to the origins of its name, tells of the old woman tricking the Devil. Grazing her cows on the far bank, the river flooded, and she couldn’t get home. The Devil told her he would build a bridge if he could have the soul of the first living thing to cross it. He expected it to be the woman, but she craftily threw a bone across and her poor dog chased after it!
The River Lune in flood at Devils Bridge, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
A wintry view of the River Lune from Devil's Bridge at Kirkby Lonsdale in Cumbria.
The River Lune, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
Stanley Bridge was built in 1932 to protect the ancient Devil's Bridge from the increasing flow of traffic.
Stanley Bridge crossing the River Lune, at Kirkby Lonsdale in Cumbria.
Stanley Bridge was built in 1932 to protect the ancient Devil's Bridge from the increasing flow of traffic.
Devil's Bridge can be seen in the background.
Stanley Bridge, carrying the A65 over the River Lune, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
Early evening sunlight on the Barbon and Casterton Fells from the River Lune at Kirkby Lonsdale in Cumbria.
Early evening sunlight on Brownthwaite and the moon over the River Lune at Kirkby Lonsdale in Cumbria.
Winter sunshine on a snow-covered Brownthwaite from the River Lune at Kirkby Lonsdale in Cumbria.
A wintry view towards Middleton Fell from the eastern bank of the River Lune at Kirkby Lonsdale in Cumbria.
A wintry view towards Barbon Low Fell and Brownthwaite Pike from the eastern bank of the River Lune at Kirkby Lonsdale in Cumbria.
The 1868 water trough, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria. Water troughs used to be an essential feature for the carter and his horse..The inscription reads, 'ERECTED BY PUBLIC SUBSCRIPTION GRATEFULLY TO RECORD THE RESTORATION OF THE PARISH CHURCH KIRKBY LONSDALE BY LORD KENLIS A.D. 1868'
The Royal Hotel in Market Square, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
Built as a Georgian town house before becoming The Rose and Crown Inn. Re-named The Royal Hotel, after a visit in 1847 by Queen Adelaide.