[5] It is relatively low-lying, at the extremity of what was described in the late 18th century as a "dull and dreary common", although the land immediately around it is fertile.

[7] A stream known locally as Dub Stangs rises to the west of Langrigg, and flows into the Solway Firth at Allonby Bay.

[9] The historical township includes Bromfield, Greenhow and Crookdake, the latter of which was held for many years by the Musgrave family.

It was owned by William Osmunderly, Sheriff of Cumberland, during the reign of Henry IV.

[3] Langrigg Hall Farm produces free-range eggs for Morrisons supermarket.