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We are delighted to announce that the full draft article for Kirkby Lonsdale has been completed by Emmeline Garnett. As the first draft of an article for a small town, it represents a major milestone for the project.
The result of Emmeline’s labours can be viewed on the right-hand side of the Kirkby Lonsdale JD page, or following this link: http://www.cumbriacountyhistory.org.uk/2-work-progress-interim-draft-article
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The Department of History has recently been given the research papers of the late Gordon Elliott of Hull, who pioneered the study of field systems in Cumberland.
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The launch of Kirkoswald and Renwick on 21st May was a great success. We had over 80 guests and sold 65 copies of the book! There was excellent tea and cake, and the whole event was very well organised by local residents. Particular thanks to Beryl Watts and Neville Jackson.
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On the 2nd May VCH volunteers attended a training event focused on researching the clergy. This event, held at Carlisle Archive Centre, followed the recent launch of the latest task for VCH volunteers, to gather the names of Anglican clergy for each parish.
