More than 1,100 properties in Longtown can now take advantage of Full Fibre broadband from Fibrus.

The Cumbrian town is the latest location to benefit from the service, joining other connected areas such as Workington, Wigton, and Ambleside.

Residents and businesses in these locations can now experience internet speeds of up to 1Gb thanks to the Fibrus network.

Fibrus expressed gratitude to the people of Longtown for their patience during the execution of the project.

Chris Collins, head of network build at Fibrus, said: "We’re delighted to be able to bring the benefits of our Full Fibre network to even more communities in Cumbria.

"At Fibrus, we use a full-fibre optic cable all the way to the premises creating a quality and reliability that cannot be achieved any other way.

"This will make a big difference to local businesses and families in Longtown, allowing them to access more reliable broadband rather than having to rely on slow copper wires for their internet."

"As you will have fibre directly to your home, you will no longer need a traditional telephone line.

"If you use your telephone line for making and receiving calls, we can provide you with an excellent low-cost alternative using VoIP (voice over IP) Technology."

In addition to providing high-speed internet, Fibrus has been working to support communities.

More than £60,000 has been invested in Cumbria via the Fibrus Community Fund over the last 12 months, targeting digital poverty through various initiatives including Carlisle Sight Support.

As well as this, Fibrus' Play it Forward fund has provided grants to nearly 20 grassroots sports clubs and projects in Cumbria, including Carlisle Youth Zone and Carlisle Rugby Football Club.

Fibrus has also sponsored the Fibrus 100, the first Cumbrian cricket league for girls.

Anyone who wishes to join Fibrus can check their postcode at https://fibrus.com/