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Woolworths – End of an era

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December 23, 2008 By admin Leave a Comment

With the store closure timetable being published another icon is set to be removed from the British High Street. … [Read more...]

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Leyland Motors Clock at Kendal Brewery Arts Centre

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September 23, 2008 By admin 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...]

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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...]