David Ramshaw, local historian and author, explained Linton Tweeds’ fascinating and important relationship with Coco Chanel and the glamorous world […]

Chloe Brownlee-Chapman, the Regional Director of Wardell Armstrong, provided a fascinating insight into Carlisle’s Roman archaeology to enthralled members and […]

Ian Tyler, author and historian, presented a fascinating and informative talk on the history of the Royal Air Force in […]

Karen Mason, the project coordinator for the restoration of the Warwick Bridge Corn Mill, delivered an entertaining and informative talk […]

On Tuesday 19th November 2019, John Mather, committee member, celebrated Remembrance by recounting the story of the bravery and lives […]

David Ramshaw, local historian and author, presented a fascinating talk on the history of Carlisle’s Textile Revolution to an enthusiastic […]

Ron Evans is the tower captain at Carlisle Cathedral and also the Bell Advisor for the diocese with responsibility for […]

Talk summary coming soon…

Gordon Routledge, local historian and author, presented a fascinating talk on the history of Longtown to a packed audience of […]

Frank Grant, local historian, presented an inspiring talk on the proud history of Carlisle’s once world famous crane makers, Cowans […]

David Ramshaw, local historian and author, presented an entertaining and informative talk on Stanwix to a packed audience of members […]

Max Loth-Hill, local historian, gave an entertaining and detailed talk on the history of Carlisle Castle to a packed audience […]

Report coming soon… Here are examples of Carlisle’s Roman Writing Tablets:

Stephen White, local historian and author, gave a fascinating talk on the history of Carlisle’s War Memorials to appreciative members […]

Report coming soon…

Peter Messenger delivered a fascinating talk on the Preservation and Conservation of historic buildings in Carlisle to enthusiastic members of […]

Peter Messenger, of the Cumbria Vernacular Buildings Group, presented a very relevant talk and discuss the future of commerce and town centre […]

Mark Richards gave a highly entertaining account of his newly published “Peace Trails” walking guide on the 21st November 2017.  This […]

Stephen White presented a fascinating insight into the history of Rickerby on the 17th October 2017. As well as recounting […]

Caerlaverock Castle, followed by a tour of the Devils Porridge Museum. Report on the visit by committee member Mike Little. […]

John Mather, a local historian from Thursby gave us a most informative talk about Thomas Bouch the famous local engineer […]