A new book which tells the remarkable history of Booths has been launched in stores this autumn. The Story of Booths (1847-2008) delves … [Read more...]
William Forsyth
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September 24, 2008 By Leave a Comment
William Forsyth from Old Meldrum, Scotland, became a distinguished horticulturist and was appointed Chief Superintendent of the Royal Gardens at Kensington and … [Read more...]
Brockhole
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September 23, 2008 By Leave a Comment
On the eastern banks of Windermere and set in acres of gardens is the Lake District National Park property called Brockhole. Brockhole is approximately … [Read more...]
Meccano
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September 23, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Meccano dates back to 1901 when the small strips of metal and assorted bolts were packaged together by Frank Hornby and called Mechanics Made Easy. Using … [Read more...]
Leyland Motors Clock at Kendal Brewery Arts Centre
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September 23, 2008 By Leave a Comment
From a time when motorways were a dream and drivers could read the time from a clock at the side of the road comes the Kendal Leyland clock. Originally … [Read more...]
Safety lamp history…
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September 22, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Over 20cm in height with a heavy base made of brass is the iconic miners safety lamp. Stamped with the number 908 the base fuel compartment the … [Read more...]
Lowther Castle
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September 22, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Situated just outside of Penrith in North Cumbria is the now derelict castle at Lowther. The 120 acre, Grade II listed site contains the remnants … [Read more...]
Countess Pillar near Penrith
Situated by the side of the busy A66 just outside Penrith in Cumbria, is a stone … [Read More...]