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The real story of the Gunpowder Plot in Cumbria

Discover the truth of the Gunpowder plot of 1605 with a tour around Carlisle Castle in Cumbria on 5th November 2011…

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The quirky wonders of Wigtown

Martyr's Stake in Wigtown

Martyr's Stake in Wigtown

The annual Wigtown Book Festival opens this week. So, we thought it was a good time to take a look at this quirky Scottish town for our latest Curiosity of the Week…

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Art in the dark at Light Up Leeds 2021

Light Night Leeds

Light Night Leeds

Make the most of autumn by discovering art in the dark at this year’s Light Up Leeds. There’ll be ten zones full of colourful and inventive installations…

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