Visit Cumbria's treasures on Heritage Open Days
SPECIAL days earmarked to celebrate the country's compelling past will see a roadshow heralding Lake District archaeology.
From 9 to 14 September local history will be highlighted and an invitation has been thrown out to turn up to see ancient relics, exhibitions, meet experts and find out more about a fascinating subject.
Lake District National Park's archaeology and heritage adviser, Eleanor Kingston said the idea of Heritage Open Days was to reach as many people as possible and encourage an interest in the past.
She explained: "Linking in with the Civic Trust and English Heritage, we want to bring local history and culture to life through these free events. There is a fantastic programme and people can see some real artefacts, including 4,000 year-old axes and Roman pottery.
"At Millom, individuals and organisations have joined forces to provide some great options and in Whitehaven county archaeology staff will be sharing the floor with the Portable Antiquities Scheme.
"There will be a warm welcome to everyone who enjoys history and wants to find out more about their area.
"At Windermere, a Cumberland Tattie Pot or veggie supper beckons, so there is literally something for all tastes, as well as all ages," Eleanor Kingston added."
Activities and venues include:
* September 9, Beacon Museum, Whitehaven, heritage fair from 1 to 4.0 pm
* September 12, YHA Windermere (seen left), archaeology drop-in sessions 6.30 to 8 pm
* September 13, St George's Hall, Millom, drop-in sessions 10 am to 1 pm
* September 13, Pensioners' Hut, Millom, Lake District archaeology talk and information sharing, 2 to 4 pm, also on
* September 14 , YHA Keswick,1.30 to 3.30 pm
Nationally, Heritage Open Days are marked by fantastic architecture and culture offers with free access to castles, factories, town halls, tithe barns, parish churches and Buddhist temples.
There are 3,500 activities across the country, including some interesting options for Cumbria. Find out more on www.heritageopendays.org.uk/directory
For more information on the Lake District National Park events contact 01539 724555.
For more about the National Park and the authority's work on our website www.lake-district.gov.uk
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