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Temple Sowerby

Parish in Westmorland and Furness, England

Coordinates:54.638, -2.601
OS grid ref:NY 61 27
Population:528
Dialling code: 01768 (Penrith)
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Temple Sowerby is a small village and civil parish in Westmorland and Furness, set in the gentle farmland of the Eden Valley on the A6 between Penrith and Appleby-in-Westmorland. It sits within easy reach of the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales, so it attracts walkers and visitors looking for quieter countryside beyond the busier tourist spots.

The village has a handsome main street of stone houses and several Georgian buildings, and its name recalls medieval connections with the Knights Templar. Farming remains important to the local economy, complemented by small businesses, inns and holiday lets, while a village hall, primary school and regular community events help maintain a lively social life.

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Transport links

  • Newcastle International Airport 45.5 miles73.3 km
  • Durham Tees Valley Airport 47.8 miles76.9 km
  • Langwathby Railway Station 4.7 miles7.5 km
  • Appleby Railway Station 6 miles9.7 km

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Schools in Temple Sowerby

  • Temple Sowerby C of E Primary School Primary

Local points of interest

  • Brocavum Archaeological site 4.8 miles7.7 km
  • Brougham Castle Archaeological site 4.8 miles7.8 km
  • Lowther Castle Estate 5.9 miles9.5 km
  • Moor House Nature Reserve Nature reserve 9.9 miles15.9 km
  • Lune Forest Forest 14.5 miles23.4 km
  • Inglewood Forest Forest 16.1 miles25.9 km
  • Blencathra Centre Country house 19.2 miles30.9 km