Longtown is a small town north of Carlisle, which grew up
on the stagecoach route to Edinburgh, at a crossing point on the River Esk. The town has long claimed a connection with King Arthur - the parish is called Arthuret - and the parish register stat
Guide to the North Cumbrian town from the Longtown Parish Council. Includes history, news, business directory, school and council information, and a community forum.