Positioned to provide a view of a tree lined vista is this wooden bench in Carlisle. A simple carved message, across the rear rail reads: In … [Read more...]
Lonsdale War Graves Project
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July 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
A project is under way to try and obtain war grave pictures of the grave or memorial of all the Border Regiment Lonsdale Batallion war … [Read more...]
Carlisle archive to open on Saturday’s
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July 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
For the first time since 1962 the Cumbria Archive Centre is opening its doors on a weekend to help you find out more about local history. This … [Read more...]
Wetheral Lych Gate memorial
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November 20, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Dedicated in 1921, a simple wooden building at the entrance to a church in North Cumbria, is a focal point for a community. Witness to many … [Read more...]
Richard S. Ferguson Chancellor of Carlisle
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March 13, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Situated to the right of the church entrance door to St Michael's Church, Stanwix, is a much different type of tombstone, dedicated to Richard Saul. … [Read more...]
Losh family of Wreay
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October 14, 2008 By Leave a Comment
In the beautiful English village of Wreay, only five miles outside Carlisle is St. Mary's church. Built in 1840-1842 to the specific Basilica … [Read more...]
Earls of Carlisle at Lanercost
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August 24, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Nestled in cemetary at the ancient 12th Century Priory at Lanercost in Cumbria are many graves belonging to people of note. One of these plots … [Read more...]
