Leven, Main Road c.1955
Photo ref: L375008
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The site of the village has moved several times over the centuries, and the name means 'smooth' or 'level'. In 1735 it was, presumably, a more picturesque spot than shown here, as it was then called 'Rosedale in Leven'.

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