Boundary Riding, Langthwaite Reservoir, Lancaster

Boundary Riding, Langthwaite Reservoir, Lancaster
Boundary Riding, Langthwaite Reservoir, Lancaster
Boundary Riding, Langthwaite Reservoir, Lancaster
iBase ID
238309
Reference identifier
NLA20120727014
Title
Boundary Riding, Langthwaite Reservoir, Lancaster
Place
Scotforth, Lancaster
General notes
Boundary riding is an ancient custom of riding around the boundaries of a parish, essentially marking its extent and addressing, with riders from adjacent parishes, any disputes over where the boundaries lay. This was particularly important as the parish was financially responsible for the welfare of its poor inhabitants. The practice died out when more accurate maps became available, but was revived as an old custom in the Victorian era.
Medium
Photographic print
Colour
Sepia
Original image size
8.36 x 5.77
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