Crosby Ravensworth facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Crosby Ravensworth |
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 Millennium Sandstone Pillar |
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 Crosby Ravensworth
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| Population | 517 (2011) |
| OS grid reference | NY6214 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | PENRITH |
| Postcode district | CA10 |
| Dialling code | 01931 |
| Police | Cumbria |
| Fire | Cumbria |
| Ambulance | North West |
| EU Parliament | North West England |
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Crosby Ravensworth is a small village and a civil parish located in the Eden area of Cumbria, England. It's about 4 miles (6.4 km) east of the M6 motorway and the town of Shap. In 2011, the village had a population of 517 people.
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History of Crosby Ravensworth
The area around Crosby Ravensworth has a long history. People lived here even in prehistoric times. You can still find old remains like the White Hag stone circle.
Ancient Discoveries
In the 1800s, two very old and special Celtic spoons were found here. These spoons are from the Iron Age and are called "La Tène" spoons. They are now kept at the British Museum in London.
Historical Landmarks
Near the village, you can see the remains of a moat around Corsby Hall farm. A moat is a deep, wide ditch, usually filled with water, built to protect a castle or building.
There's also a monument called Black Dub. It remembers when Charles II of England visited in 1651. On the nearby fell, you can find a place known as Robin Hood's Grave.
Crosby Ravensworth Fell
Crosby Ravensworth Fell is a large area of open land. It is where the River Lyvennet begins its journey.
Walking and Nature
The famous Coast to Coast Walk path crosses this fell. It's a long-distance walking route that goes from one side of England to the other. The fell is also known for its large areas of limestone pavement. This is a unique type of rock formation that looks like a paved area.
Famous People from Crosby Ravensworth
Several notable people have connections to Crosby Ravensworth:
- John Langhorne was a mathematics teacher at Giggleswick School.
- Reverend John Langhorne was the Master of Tonbridge School and Headmaster of The King's School, Rochester. He was also a vicar in Lamberhurst.
- Reverend Thomas Langhorne was the person who started Loretto School.
- Reverend Lancelot Addison (1632 – 1703) was a well-known English scholar. He became the Dean of Lichfield.
How Crosby Ravensworth is Governed
Crosby Ravensworth is part of an electoral ward. An electoral ward is an area used for local elections.
Local Government Area
This ward stretches from Bolton in the north down to Great Asby in the south. In 2011, the total population of this electoral ward was 1,396 people.
See also
In Spanish: Crosby Ravensworth para niños
