Tarn Hows Lake District Postcard – 1977 Langdale View

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Tarn Hows Lake District Postcard – 1977 Langdale View

A vibrant 1977 view of Tarn Hows with the Langdale Pikes beyond, capturing the autumnal majesty of one of the Lake District’s most beloved scenes.

Measurements: approx. 5 7/8 x 4 1/8 inches
Dates: 19 September 1977
Condition: In decent condition. Please check our images.
Internal notes: QC passed

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With golden bracken underfoot and larches rising beside still water, this postcard offers a quintessential glimpse of Tarn Hows in autumn, nestled among the craggy silhouettes of the Langdale Pikes. The scene is painted in deep blues and russet hues, conjuring the crisp, clear air and poetic stillness for which this corner of the Lake District is renowned.

Postmarked 19 September 1977, this richly coloured image was printed and published by Valentine’s of Dundee & London, one of Britain’s foremost 20th-century postcard publishers. It features the distinctive Valentine typeface and scalloped edges common to their 1970s series. The card was sent from Blackpool, where the sender mentions seeing the illuminations, lending an authentic personal touch to its historical charm.

Lake District views like this are treasured by collectors, conservationists, and heritage lovers alike. Whether drawn to the National Trust’s stewardship of Tarn Hows or the timeless romanticism of Cumbria’s high fells, this postcard is a quiet celebration of Britain’s rural legacy — and a keepsake worth preserving.

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