2009 January — Heritage and History

Wordsworth drinking fountain- Grasmere

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January 28, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

Wordsworth drinking fountain - Grasmere

Little seems to have been published on the internet about this drinking fountain in Grasmere. … [Read more...]

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Corpse Roads

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January 11, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

Great Britain in the 15th and 16th Centuries was a place of many small parishes, some very rural and isolated. Most of these villages did have their … [Read more...]

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Cabmen’s shelters, London

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January 11, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

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Scattered throughout London are small green sheds which, as you approach them, are often bathed in the smell of fresh coffee and cooking bacon. Positioned … [Read more...]

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Kirkmadrine Stones

Kirkmadrine Stones

A group of early Christian stones were discovered in the 19th century during construction … [Read More...]

Wreay Church , Cumbria

Heritage open days

Many castles, churches and public venues will be opening their doors in September … [Read More...]

Countess Pillar near Penrith

Situated by the side of the busy A66 just outside Penrith in Cumbria, is a stone … [Read More...]

Festival of British Archaeology

National Parks across the UK are looking forward to welcoming more visitors than … [Read More...]

Restoration signs

Old road signs in the Yorkshire Dales are being given a wash and brush up. Some … [Read More...]