Little Langdale

Let's flee to Little Langdale,
where mountains pierce the sky
through layers of cloud and fog,
past birds that swarm like flies.
Let's find the quarry tunnels 
and tour Cathedral Cave 
We'll hear our voices echo
like pebbles skipping waves.
Let's walk the hills till twilight
past crumbling ancient walls. 
We'll stroll 'cross Slaters Bridge
and watch the evening fall.
Let's grab a pint or twenty
at the old Three Shires Pub. 
We'll drink the finest ale
and feast on English grub.
Let's stumble home together
'neath stars we've never seen.
We'll find our merry way
along the winding stream.


*Last year, my family rented a 16th-century cottage in the Lake District of England. It was surreal to wake up in the mountains every morning. 

*See "About This Poem" for links to photos
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Posey Avatar
May 21, 2013 at 2:33 PM
It's a pure blessing to find, if only once, something that inspires such poetry... Superbly done.... Jake
Dietrich Avatar
April 25, 2013 at 5:38 PM
this is so cool. And also the words quaint and charming come to my mind. I really enjoyed this one.
Zerbst Avatar
April 21, 2013 at 8:42 AM
So perfectly put! Fantastical poem! I can only sit here and watch with wonder.
Chircop Avatar
April 18, 2013 at 7:30 PM
This gem describes the beauty of lake district so well.I was in lake district about eleven years ago..It was my flirst jiourney to uk.From that year on i visited parts of uk every year..I love it!Lovely poem sweet gal.
Lamoureux Avatar
April 18, 2013 at 7:50 AM
I want to pack my bags and take a trip. Well done, great pictures.
Martin Avatar
April 18, 2013 at 6:44 AM
I've always had fantasies about gallivanting through England, and you made me feel like I was actually there. Magical write, Heather.
Hunter Avatar
April 18, 2013 at 5:55 AM
Howdy, Heather. The avatar is my daughter being silly after I put a rubber spider on her head...haha. She's goofier than I am! Hope you are well....Caleb
Breidenthal Avatar
April 17, 2013 at 5:10 PM
That must have been an incredibly awesome experience. This poem is so delightful. I've always wanted to go to England. Always, Laura
Gasun Avatar
April 17, 2013 at 7:09 AM
I love seeing beautiful places my dear friend Heather and with this very beautiful descriptive poem of yours, I can imagine the fascination and the wondrous beauty of Langdale. Thank you so much for the wonderful vicarious experience you've shared through this outstanding write of yours. I really love and enjoyed the place and your poem. Thank you so much as well for enjoying mine. Have a great day my dear great poet friend! love and big hugs, Leonora
Tacito Avatar
April 16, 2013 at 10:37 AM
I'm all for anything "Cathedral" related. This is awesome! Embracing life...
Sathasivam Avatar
April 16, 2013 at 1:48 AM
Excellent. Well penned.
Macfarlane Avatar
April 15, 2013 at 8:55 PM
Your words painted a lovely scene and stroll down your memory lane, hope you get to go back one day. Hugs
A   Avatar
April 15, 2013 at 8:37 PM
A wonderful poem Heather, glad you enjoy and will find your merry way... always ~ Linda
Hunter Avatar
April 15, 2013 at 11:50 AM
I'm jealous! I want to go. You know this one is right up my alley! Love it.
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