Lonsdale — Heritage and History

Whitehaven Pit Disaster

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July 2, 2010 By admin Leave a Comment

On the evening of Wednesday, May 11th 1910 the west Cumberland town of Whitehaven was rocked by a disaster deep underground. High on the cliff tops … [Read more...]

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Dales Volunteers bridge that gap

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May 30, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

Dales Volunteers have been doing their bit to preserve an historic footbridge in Swaledale. A group of five volunteers and some Yorkshire Dales National … [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

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Festival of British Archaeology

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Restoration signs

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