A Short History of Preston

Located on the north of the river Ribble, Preston is Lancashire’s administrative center. This charming city can still show a few pieces of evidence that date back to the days of the Roman Empire. So, the city is older than it may seem. Even before a settlement...
A Short History of Lancaster

A Short History of Lancaster

The county town of Lancaster in Lancashire is the most important city in the area. It has a rich history, dating back to the times of the Romans and Saxons, it is an important centre for education and culture, and has a strong commercial background. It is worth...
A History of the Romans in Kendal

A History of the Romans in Kendal

Kendal is a vibrant town that boasts of a population of about 30,000 people and is located in South Lakeland. Additionally, it is 8 miles to the south-east of Windermere. It has been dubbed ‘Gateway to the Lakes’ because most times, it is the first destination that...

A Brief History of the Town of Bolton

Bolton is a town that lies in Greater Manchester which is in North West England. It started off as a small village. In the middle age, it mushroomed and became bigger and also gained importance. As such, it was made into a town in 1251. This was after it was granted a...