Hadrian’s Wall Networking Day

A valuable insight into the work of the networks associated with the study and promotion of Hadrian’s Wall was presented at this year’s Hadrian’s Wall Networking Day, held at Carlisle Racecourse on 22 February. From the University of Newcastle, Dr Rob Collins reported on the work undertaken by the Hadrian’s

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Archaeology in the Lake District Conference

The CLHF was pleased to have a display at the Archaeology in the Lake District conference held at Rheged on 9 November and to welcome Federation members and potential members. The subjects of the eight illustrated conference talks ranged in date in particular from the Middle Ages to the present

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CIHS Spring Conference

Cumbria Industrial History Society’s Spring Conference & AGM will be held this year on Saturday 25th April at the North Lakes Hotel, Penrith.  To book online, see their website http://www.cumbria-industries.org.uk/cumbria-industrial-history-society/ or check our General Events page for the programme & a booking form.

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Cluster meeting feedback

The CLHF held four cluster meetings in June with member groups, one in each quarter of the county.  The meetings were found to be very valuable and provided much food for thought. The Editor of Local History News has commissioned an article from CLHF summarising the process and outcomes of the

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