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THERE’S MORE TO MUNCASTER: A packed programme of events offering something for everyone
THERE’S MORE TO MUNCASTER Muncaster Castle may be mixing it up but fun features in every event. by Danni Murphy If you’re looking for unforgettable days out this summer, Muncaster Castle has a packed programme of events offering something for everyone. From live music and country festivals to obstacle races and creative workshops, there’s plenty […]
Paul Eastham asks; “WHERE ARE ALL THE VIKINGS?”
WHERE ARE ALL THE VIKINGS? Evidence of Viking homes in Cumbria is surprisingly scarce. by Paul Eastham If Cumbria was taken over by a massive Viking invasion – why can’t we find their houses? The famous founder of the National Trust Canon Hardwicke Rawnsley announced in 1911 that Cumbrians were of the “square-jawed Viking race”. […]
SILLOTH AIRFIELD: A hidden hero of the Second World War
Silloth Airfield A hidden hero of the Second World War. by Jonathan Fraser, Cumbria and the Borders History Once a busy RAF base preparing aircraft and training aircrews, Silloth Airfield played a vital role in Britain’s wartime defence before becoming part of the town’s lasting heritage. Today, many people remember Silloth Airfield for its former […]
Step back in time this Summer with Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport
STEP BACK IN TIME THIS SUMMER History comes to life this summer at Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport, with a packed programme of activities, guided tours and hands on experiences for visitors of all ages. by Danni Murphy Home to one of the UK’s finest collections of Roman artefacts, the museum is offering plenty of […]
Two detectorists came across the find of a lifetime right here in Cumbria.
THERE’S GOLD IN THEM THERE HILLS… Two detectorists came across the find of a lifetime right here in Cumbria. by Stephen Murphy In late May a metal detecting rally took place near Harker, Carlisle. What was discovered is of national importance and can only be described as finds of a lifetime. Not one, not two, […]
Ravenglass celebrate St Patrick in style as village lays claim to the Saint’s birthplace
Ravenglass celebrate St Patrick in style as village lays claim to the Saint’s birthplace Muncaster Parish Council’s inaugural St Patrick’s Birthplace Festival brought the historic village of Ravenglass to life on Saturday 21 March, 2026, as hundreds of visitors and locals gathered to celebrate the intriguing local legend that St Patrick, patron saint of Ireland, […]
Kinmont Willies escape from Carlisle Castle
KINMONT WILLIE’S ESCAPE FROM CARLISLE CASTLE Kinmont Willie’s great escape. by Jonathan Fraser, Cumbria and the Borders History William Armstrong of Kinmont, also known as ‘Kinmont Willie’, was a notorious Border Reiver. He was born around 1550 and died of old age in around 1610, different sources record his death anywhere between 1608-11. By the […]
The Postal Paths: Walking in the footsteps of Cumbria’s postal heroes
WALKING IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF CUMBRIA’S POSTAL HEROES Honouring Cumbrian postal heroes on the County’s hidden trails. by Danni Murphy Whitehaven author Alan Cleaver is bringing Cumbria’s hidden postal history to life with his new book, The Postal Paths, published on 24 April 2026. The book celebrates the long, often rugged routes once walked and […]
Gladiators, are you ready? Roman Carlisle comes alive at Tullie
Gladiators, are you ready? Where Worlds Met: Roman Carlisle comes alive at Tullie. by Danni Murphy Nearly two thousand years ago, Carlisle sat at the very edge of the Roman Empire. Known then as Luguvalium, it was a place of movement and exchange where soldiers, traders and families from across the Roman world lived side […]
The future of Haig Colliery Mining Museum is looking bright it would ‘seam’!
REVIVING A WEST CUMBRIAN ICON The future of Haig Colliery Mining Museum is looking bright it would ‘seam’… by Stephen Murphy The Haig Pit site which consists of Haig Colliery Mining Museum and the Haig Pit Cafe, sadly closed their doors over a decade ago, there was hope that West Cumbria Mining would play a […]
