Downham

When we went up to Preston/Chorley in July, we visited a quaint little town called Downham. We traveled over this 'cowpath' to get there. It kept getting smaller and smaller. Fortunately we only met one vehicle, a big truck, at a wide place in the road where we could squeak past each other.

"Country Road, take me home"...very reminiscent of Tennessee backroads and foliage!

The Road to Downham

When the apostles first came to England, they had great success in finding converts in the small towns of Downham and Chatburn. Heber C. Kimball had some amazing success as well as a tussle with the devil while in that area. Go to lds.org and search for 'church history in Downham'. The second article about the Apostasy Years - scroll down to the England Mission. Fascinating reading!

The Pub food was delicious!

Note the Coat of Arms over the door

This village is perfect for filming medieval scenes since there are no lines on the roads.

Our table had a nice view of the town...

We have enjoyed many sunny days in England!

Sister Jolley visiting with the couple who sat next to us in the pub.

Before or After lunch? Definitely AFTER! We were skinny before...

Church surrounded by rock wall - if you look closely you can see the ancient tombstones on the left side.


Unfortunately our camera battery went dead so we missed out on lots of great scenery in Downham. We may have to go back next time we're in Preston! We need photos inside the cemetery! There's also a bench next to the stream with a plaque in memory of the missionaries who served and the people who joined the church in that area.