Local History

Hidden among the modern landscape of Greater Manchester lies a relic of the Industrial Revolution — a once-bustling waterway that carried coal, goods, and prosperity between Manchester, Bolton, and Bury. …

Stretching over 36 miles from the River Mersey to the heart of Manchester, the Manchester Ship Canal stands as one of Britain’s greatest engineering triumphs — a bold and visionary …

There are few artists in modern history who have captured the world’s attention while remaining a complete mystery. Banksy — the elusive street artist from Bristol, England — is one …

On August 16, 1819, a peaceful crowd gathered on St Peter’s Field in Manchester to demand reform. What began as a day of hope — a rally for political representation …

Nestled amid the rugged beauty of the North York Moors, the Whitby and Pickering Railway stands as one of Britain’s earliest and most pioneering railway lines. Though today much of …

Few experiences capture the romance of travel, the nostalgia of steam, and the beauty of the English countryside quite like the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR). Stretching across some of …

The Glencoe Massacre of 1692 is one of the most infamous events in Scottish history, remembered as a stark example of betrayal, political intrigue, and clan conflict. Set in the …

The Bishops of Durham are among the most fascinating figures in English history. For centuries, they wielded a unique combination of religious and secular authority, making them some of the …

Bishop Auckland, a market town in County Durham in the North East of England, has a history that stretches back over a thousand years. Nestled above the River Wear, it …

The Venerable Bede, also known as Saint Bede, stands as one of the most important figures in the early medieval history of England. A monk, scholar, and historian, Bede’s work …

Saint Cuthbert of Lindisfarne is one of the most cherished figures in the Christian history of Britain. Known as the “Wonder Worker of Britain,” he was a monk, bishop, and …

Few battles in Scottish history have captured the imagination quite like the Battle of Bannockburn. Fought over two days, on 23rd and 24th June 1314, this legendary conflict was a …