Carnforth Station Heritage Centre and the Brief Encounter Refreshment Room opened on 17 October 2003 following 3 years work to renovate the derelict buildings of Carnforth Station. We celebrated our 10th anniversary in 2013 and would like to thank the organisations listed for their generous support. The station was completely rebuilt in 1937 by the London Midland and Scottish Railway Company, financed by over 53,000 of government-funded money. A 890 ft long platform was adde.

Discover a marvellous trip back to Lancaster of the past by author Bill Jervis. Which we plan to release in weekly segments. Although the story is set in Lancaster the family and most of the characters within are entirely fictitious - but this story does chart a way of life largely lost and which many Lancastrians may recall with equal horror and affection. Monday, 11 February 2013.

Short break for 3 nights never stayed in the immediate area before visited ulverston by train and caramel on foot and bus return both conveniently placed prom in grange would be great in summer for leisure i. tennis golf however these facilities were closed when we visited in march. Book directly with us to get the lowest available rates and take advantage of the promotions on our website.

The Lake District National Park supports New Nuke Reactors. Green Man in the Woods? Imagine if you will a plant that can cause cancer and is rich in cyanide. It is a plant which has gradually taken over vast areas of one of our most popular National Parks. Its foliage strangles upland grass growth reducing the productivity of pasture for fell farmers. Yet man appears to do little to limit the spread of this plant. The plant in question is of course bracken. Child Labour in Cumbrian Mines.

A village community at the heart of Furness. This website is about the community comprising Lindal-in-Furness and Marton in South Cumbria. Both villages have fascinating histories, from agricultural beginnings, through the coming of the iron ore industry and the railway, and subsequently as attractive residential areas. We welcome any old photos, stories, etc if you have them.

A new project to open up the UK Charities Register. Currently opening up data on 358554 charities. For more details see the blog post announcing the project. YELLOW BIRD AGE FRIENDLY DROPIN AND ADVICE GROUP. WORCESTERSHIRE CHURCHES SUPPORTING ADOPTION AND FOSTERING. THE EVANGELICAL CHURCH PAROLE DU SALUT.

Brian Dunnett and Mark Gregory . Inspired by the culture of Australian Railways. Ken Robertson - 94 Australian Train Songs. October 2013 - bushfire damage at historic zig-zag railway. This collection of Australian Railway songs, poems, music. Has been brought together by the Bush Music Club.

Super Class 60 Overhaul Programme.