75th Anniversary of VE Day

We have just heard from Rav Dehele, a researcher with BBC who is currently working on some programming in commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of VE Day.   “As a part of this programming we are currently working on making a short film that involves family members of veterans sending

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Are you up to the challenge of our Lockdown Quiz??

A LOCKDOWN QUIZ During the current period of ‘lockdown’ members of CLHF may wish to ‘have a go’ at the following Quiz about the history of Cumbria. Answers should be sent on-line, no later than Friday 15 May, to peter.roebuck3@gmail.com  Submissions should include a name, and whether that person is

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Covid-19 and Cumbria Archives and libraries

Coronavirus in Cumbria: documenting the pandemic in our county The Covid-19 pandemic has dramatically impacted on all aspects of life and is likely to have far reaching consequences for individuals, communities and the economy. All our archive centres and libraries are closed to the public for the first time ever

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Now that you’re at home with nothing much to do………….

Now could be the ideal time to catch up with your local history project – or start one! During the extended period of self-isolation and social distancing, members may well wish to explore some of the websites which they will find listed on our website under the heading of ‘County

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