Langwathby

Langwathby is a village and civil parish in the Eden district of Cumbria, England. It is situated on the River Eden in the Eden Valley, a rural area in the northern part of the county. The parish comprises scattered farms, residences, and small clusters of development set within agricultural countryside.

The village is served by Langwathby railway station on the Tyne Valley Line, which provides connections between Newcastle and Carlisle. Local roads link Langwathby with nearby communities, including Appleby-in-Westmorland and Penrith, making it accessible for residents and visitors exploring the area.

Historically, Langwathby formed part of the historic county of Westmorland. In 1974, local government reorganizations placed the village within the newly formed county of Cumbria and the Eden district. Civil administration is carried out by a parish council, with broader services provided by Eden District Council and Cumbria County Council.

Amenities in Langwathby typically include a parish church, a village hall, and a local public house, reflecting its small, close-knit community. The surrounding countryside supports farming and provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the rural landscape of the Eden Valley. Langwathby thus combines agricultural rural life with convenient rail access and proximity to other towns in Cumbria, contributing to its character as a tranquil rural village.