Borders Cumbria History
The History of St. Bees Priory: Centuries of History, Raids and Restoration
THE HISTORY OF ST. BEES PRIORY St. Bees Priory has stood witness to centuries of history, raids and restoration. by Jonathan Fraser, Cumbria and the Borders History The name St. Bees comes from its 12th century name Kirkeby Becock which translates to Church Town of St. Bega, St. Bee being another name for Bega. The […]
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Workington Hall – The Last Place of Refuge for Mary Queen of Scots
Workington Hall The Last Place of Refuge for Mary Queen of Scots. by Jonathan Fraser The latest instalment of the Cumbria Guides History Lessons is presented to us by Jonathan Fraser. This May marks 456 years since West Cumbria played a part in the tumultuous life of Mary Queen of Scots… At approximately 7pm on […]
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