Longhope

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Longhope is a village in the Forest of Dean, United Kingdom.

The name Longhope means "long, enclosed valley" which describes the aspect of the village.

The village was inhabited by the 11th Century and The Manor of Hope is mentioned in the Doomsday Book. The village church, All Saints, dates back to the 12th century although it was heavily restored during the 1860s when the north vestries were added. The arms of William III are above the door the lower parts of the four stage west tower are late Norman, as are the remains of one window. There is an effigy of a priest which is dated to c1300. The porch and several windows are early 14th century windows.

Opposite the church, Court Leet was once the local court and the adjacent timbered cottage was the gaol. Another house of historic interest is Royal Spring, where Charles I is said to have stopped for refreshment in 1642 after the battle of Powick Bridge near Worcester.

The village school, Hope Brook Church of England Primary School, was formed on 1 September 2001, by the amalgamation of Hopes Hill County Primary School and Longhope Church of England School. At that time it was hoped that the new building would be ready for occupation earlier but it was not possible for the children to move into the new building until Monday 23 June 2003. The school is situated next to the village's Recreation Ground.

Longhope Football Club.

The Village has 2 football teams in divisions 3 + 4. Their Home ground is The Recreation Ground.

Visit:- http://www.longhopefootballclub.moonfruit.com/ for more info. Longhope Village website :- http://www.longhopevillage.co.uk/ for more info.