Longhope

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Longhope is a village in Gloucestershire situated just outside 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 Domesday Book. The village church, dedicated to All Saints, dates back to Norman times although it was heavily restored during the 1860s when the north vestries were added and the tower was partially rebuilt. The arms of William III hang above the door and lower parts of the four stage west tower are late Norman, as is one window. There exists also, in the North transept, an effigy of a priest which is dated to circa 1300. The porch and several windows are early 14th century.

Opposite the church, Court Leet was once the local court with the adjacent timbered cottage being 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.

In September 2007, some of the local lads were featured on Soccer Am.