Lyth

Lyth commonly refers to the Lyth Valley, a rural valley in Cumbria, England, southeast of Kendal. The valley is known for its historic damson orchards and traditional water-meadow farming, with several small villages and farmsteads in the surrounding parishes.

The valley lies within the Lake District region and is characterized by flat, damp meadows bordered by gentle hills. Agriculture centers on fruit production, particularly damsons, and it attracts walkers and visitors who explore country lanes and view historic farm buildings and traditional stone walls.

Settlement in the valley dates to medieval times, and damson cultivation became a defining feature of the landscape in later centuries. The area retains a rural character with a network of lanes and farming practices that continue to shape the local economy and culture.

The name Lyth is a toponym of uncertain origin, with similar forms appearing in northern England. It may derive from Old Norse or Old English terms referring to a slope, hillside, or meadow. The name is also used as a surname and appears in other local place names across the region.