King Alexander II of Scotland
On this day in 1249, King Alexander II of Scotland died of a fever on the Isle of Kerrera on his way to conquer the Hebrides from Norway. These islands were eventually ceded to Scotland…
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Wigan Archaeological Society Open Days
Wigan Archaeological Society are hosting open days at their Brimelow Farm excavation on 23-23 June as part of the Greater Manchester Archaeology Fesitival see their website http://www.wiganarchsoc.co.uk/ and Face book page
John Dixon Memorial Walk 16 June 2018 -Gunholf Moors -West Pennines
JOHN DIXON MEMORIAL WALK – this year’s walk in what has become an annual event will take place on SATURDAY 16th JUNE 10:30 am MEETING at BRINDLE COMMUNITY HALL, WATER STREET, BRINDLE, LANCS. PR6 8NH….
Astley Hall needs your help
Astley Hall is the most exhilarating house in Lancashire” – Simon Jenkins in his book ‘England’s 1000 Best Houses’. Astley Hall, Chorley, is a museum and art gallery housed within a Grade I listed historic…