As far as is known, the earliest inhabitants of the Lamplugh area belonged to the Neolithic, Bronze and early Iron Ages. As late as the 19th century, the remains of one of their stone circles were still standing, in what is now known as School Field and many of their stone axe heads have been found in the area.

Remains of the cobble and sandstone foundations of a Roman road, which ran between Cockermouth and Egremont, have been found in the area between Todholes and Streetgate.

The Lamplugh area has been home to many industries over the years, some are still thriving. These industries included agriculture, mining, forges and smithies as well as the local village shoemaker.