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A City With Its Reputation Under Attack
Manchester under attack. The trans-Atlantic slave trade was not created by the industrialists of Manchester.
The History and Heritage of Northern England – Nantwich
Nantwich is not a large town even today, but has a strong sense of history and has many fine historic buildings amongst its streets.
Plan To Regenerate Famous RAF Base Shot Down
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The History and Heritage of Northern England – Alnwick
The first established references to a settlement at the site of what today is Alnwick came in the period around 600 AD.
The History & Heritage Of Northern England – Thirsk
As with many northern towns, Thirsk grew out of a tiny settlement and has undergone many spelling variations of the towns name.
Yuletide And The Advent of Christmas
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The History & Heritage Of Northern England – Maryport
Maryport in Cumbria is unusual in that it did not become known as ‘Maryport’ until half way through the 18th Century.
The History & Heritage Of Northern England – Thorne
The market town of Thorne grew up within the boundaries of the old church parish of Thorne and Moorends.
Samhain – The Festival Of The Dead
Samhain 2022 in the Northern Hemisphere will begin in the evening of Monday, 31 October and ends the evening of Tuesday, 1 November.
The History & Heritage Of Northern England – Widnes
The first recognisable recording of the township of Widness appeared on early maps in 1577.