I admit that #LocalHistoryMonth always takes me a little by surprise (it shouldn't, forgive me).
One of the joys, from my point of view, is being able to celebrate the work of the @vch-home.bsky.social network, some of whose recent publications are described in the thread below. #Skystorians
One of the joys, from my point of view, is being able to celebrate the work of the @vch-home.bsky.social network, some of whose recent publications are described in the thread below. #Skystorians
Our friends @hobnobpress.bsky.social are publishers of a huge range of #LocalHistory publications, with a focus mostly in the southern Midlands and the south west of England. 🗃️
They are also publishers of several of our #PartnershipPublications which focus on individual places.
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They are also publishers of several of our #PartnershipPublications which focus on individual places.
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It is #LocalHistoryMonth & Local History is what we do. So here is one of our fabulous titles (we love the contents, but are also very proud of this cover).😊The mysterious Wansdyke is one of the great linear, bank-and-ditch earthworks of England. Recommended!
www.hobnobpress.co.uk/books/p/the-...
www.hobnobpress.co.uk/books/p/the-...
May 7, 2026 at 9:18 AM
I admit that #LocalHistoryMonth always takes me a little by surprise (it shouldn't, forgive me).
One of the joys, from my point of view, is being able to celebrate the work of the @vch-home.bsky.social network, some of whose recent publications are described in the thread below. #Skystorians
One of the joys, from my point of view, is being able to celebrate the work of the @vch-home.bsky.social network, some of whose recent publications are described in the thread below. #Skystorians
May is #LocalHistoryMonth!
At Fun Palaces, we celebrate the everyday stories that shape our streets, parks, and people. Your nan’s recipes, your neighbour’s protest placard, that old community hall - they’re all part of our shared history.
Check out what's on www.history.org.uk/events/calen...
At Fun Palaces, we celebrate the everyday stories that shape our streets, parks, and people. Your nan’s recipes, your neighbour’s protest placard, that old community hall - they’re all part of our shared history.
Check out what's on www.history.org.uk/events/calen...
Calendar / Historical Association
The UK National Charity for History
www.history.org.uk
May 16, 2025 at 1:16 AM
ICYMI The Historical Rillington Study Group is holding an exhibition at Malton Museum during May #LocalHistoryMonth. Do pop in and have a chat with us to discover more about our #LocalHistory #OnePlaceWednesday
April 29, 2026 at 9:29 AM
ICYMI The Historical Rillington Study Group is holding an exhibition at Malton Museum during May #LocalHistoryMonth. Do pop in and have a chat with us to discover more about our #LocalHistory #OnePlaceWednesday
More from our blog series for: #UKLHM #LocalHistoryMonth
We have a blog from Prof Lucy Delap reflecting on the challenges even experienced users of archives face when searching for disability and Deaf histories. www.archives.org.uk/news/disabil...
We have a blog from Prof Lucy Delap reflecting on the challenges even experienced users of archives face when searching for disability and Deaf histories. www.archives.org.uk/news/disabil...
Disability History Month: Accessibility and Archives — Archives & Records Association
“For disability, see infirmities” This is one of four blogs written for Disability History Month 2025 - you can read the other blogs here (published each Thursday up to 12th December) alongside oth...
www.archives.org.uk
December 2, 2024 at 11:56 AM
More from our blog series for: #UKLHM #LocalHistoryMonth
We have a blog from Prof Lucy Delap reflecting on the challenges even experienced users of archives face when searching for disability and Deaf histories. www.archives.org.uk/news/disabil...
We have a blog from Prof Lucy Delap reflecting on the challenges even experienced users of archives face when searching for disability and Deaf histories. www.archives.org.uk/news/disabil...
A new review for one of our #LocalHistoryMonth reading recommendations Community Archaeology on Hadrian's Wall 2019-2022!
May 5, 2026 at 11:24 AM
A new review for one of our #LocalHistoryMonth reading recommendations Community Archaeology on Hadrian's Wall 2019-2022!
This #LocalHistoryMonth, why not step outside and rediscover Chippenham through its fascinating Blue Plaques?
Pick up a map from us or Chippenham Town Council and take a self guided walk around the town, uncovering all 16 points of interest that celebrate Chippenham’s heritage!
Pick up a map from us or Chippenham Town Council and take a self guided walk around the town, uncovering all 16 points of interest that celebrate Chippenham’s heritage!
May 7, 2026 at 11:01 AM
This #LocalHistoryMonth, why not step outside and rediscover Chippenham through its fascinating Blue Plaques?
Pick up a map from us or Chippenham Town Council and take a self guided walk around the town, uncovering all 16 points of interest that celebrate Chippenham’s heritage!
Pick up a map from us or Chippenham Town Council and take a self guided walk around the town, uncovering all 16 points of interest that celebrate Chippenham’s heritage!
May 13, 2026 at 6:09 AM
It's #LocalHistoryMonth, we have a talk at Clements Hall in York on Friday 22 May, by our local photographer Catherine Sotheran. She'll be highlighting lots of tiny details in some of our streets, details www.clementshallhistorygroup.org.uk/our-events/m... @balhnews.bsky.social @yorkfhs.bsky.social
May 7, 2026 at 10:35 AM
It's #LocalHistoryMonth, we have a talk at Clements Hall in York on Friday 22 May, by our local photographer Catherine Sotheran. She'll be highlighting lots of tiny details in some of our streets, details www.clementshallhistorygroup.org.uk/our-events/m... @balhnews.bsky.social @yorkfhs.bsky.social
It’s #LocalHistoryMonth so thought I could mention some of my place-based work.👇 my book on the ancient parish of Kington St Michael, Wilts is a thematic history & contains stories about residents from medieval times onwards. A companion volume is out is July.
www.hobnobpress.co.uk/books/p/the-...
www.hobnobpress.co.uk/books/p/the-...
The Kingtons: a history of the ancient parish of Kington St Michael with Kington Langley, by Louise Ryland-Epton — Hobnob Press
This book presents a compelling narrative that weaves a thematic history, case studies, and in-depth examinations of village life in Kington St Michael and Kington Langley throughout the centuries. Re...
www.hobnobpress.co.uk
May 14, 2025 at 6:06 AM
It’s #LocalHistoryMonth so thought I could mention some of my place-based work.👇 my book on the ancient parish of Kington St Michael, Wilts is a thematic history & contains stories about residents from medieval times onwards. A companion volume is out is July.
www.hobnobpress.co.uk/books/p/the-...
www.hobnobpress.co.uk/books/p/the-...
Our next #LocalHistoryMonth reading recommendation takes us to Anglesey. Uncover more about the key findings from archaeological investigations at Llanbedrgoch with this Current Archaeology article, featuring From Farm to Viking-Age Trading Centre ➡️ bit.ly/4eFaT7A
Llanbedrgoch: Exploring a unique early medieval trading centre on Anglesey | The Past
Ninth-century Carolingian coins from the reigns of Louis the Pious and Charles the Bald are not the sort of objects you would expect to find on a remote far ...
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May 11, 2026 at 3:31 PM
Our next #LocalHistoryMonth reading recommendation takes us to Anglesey. Uncover more about the key findings from archaeological investigations at Llanbedrgoch with this Current Archaeology article, featuring From Farm to Viking-Age Trading Centre ➡️ bit.ly/4eFaT7A
New Featured Books from the GHIL #Library! 📚
May is #LocalHistoryMonth and this time we are looking at urban history, with special focus on #Hamburg!
Find out more about the books here: www.ghil.ac.uk/library/abou...
May is #LocalHistoryMonth and this time we are looking at urban history, with special focus on #Hamburg!
Find out more about the books here: www.ghil.ac.uk/library/abou...
May 22, 2024 at 11:21 AM
New Featured Books from the GHIL #Library! 📚
May is #LocalHistoryMonth and this time we are looking at urban history, with special focus on #Hamburg!
Find out more about the books here: www.ghil.ac.uk/library/abou...
May is #LocalHistoryMonth and this time we are looking at urban history, with special focus on #Hamburg!
Find out more about the books here: www.ghil.ac.uk/library/abou...
Leyton cricket ground was Essex County Cricket Club HQ from 1886-1934. In 1932 H Sutcliffe & P Holmes of Yorkshire set a world record here for first-class partnership for any wicket of 555. The Cricket Pavilion, 1886 is now listed. #LocalHistoryMonth 📷 Plaque is.gd/b3y1AJ Ground ©Vestry House Museum
May 22, 2024 at 12:33 PM
Leyton cricket ground was Essex County Cricket Club HQ from 1886-1934. In 1932 H Sutcliffe & P Holmes of Yorkshire set a world record here for first-class partnership for any wicket of 555. The Cricket Pavilion, 1886 is now listed. #LocalHistoryMonth 📷 Plaque is.gd/b3y1AJ Ground ©Vestry House Museum
🏰 2 weeks to go! Heritage Sundays at @dmu.ac.uk are back!
From Sunday 31 May, explore historic sites across campus and the surrounding area for free! For details see #DMUMuseum website & our blog: buff.ly/lLl2TuO
#visitleicester @librarydmu.bsky.social #heritage #Leicester #LocalHistoryMonth
From Sunday 31 May, explore historic sites across campus and the surrounding area for free! For details see #DMUMuseum website & our blog: buff.ly/lLl2TuO
#visitleicester @librarydmu.bsky.social #heritage #Leicester #LocalHistoryMonth
Special Collections Blog - Special Collections Blog - LibGuides at De Montfort University
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May 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM
🏰 2 weeks to go! Heritage Sundays at @dmu.ac.uk are back!
From Sunday 31 May, explore historic sites across campus and the surrounding area for free! For details see #DMUMuseum website & our blog: buff.ly/lLl2TuO
#visitleicester @librarydmu.bsky.social #heritage #Leicester #LocalHistoryMonth
From Sunday 31 May, explore historic sites across campus and the surrounding area for free! For details see #DMUMuseum website & our blog: buff.ly/lLl2TuO
#visitleicester @librarydmu.bsky.social #heritage #Leicester #LocalHistoryMonth
#LocalHistoryMonth & 1 week till Heritage Sunday!
Check out our BOTM blog: Leicester Castle by Levi Fox 1944 buff.ly/maNfe12
From dynastic rivalry & civil war to a cheeky entry for #EYAHandwriting
@dmu.ac.uk @librarydmu.bsky.social @exploreyourarchive.bsky.social #NationalYearofReading
Check out our BOTM blog: Leicester Castle by Levi Fox 1944 buff.ly/maNfe12
From dynastic rivalry & civil war to a cheeky entry for #EYAHandwriting
@dmu.ac.uk @librarydmu.bsky.social @exploreyourarchive.bsky.social #NationalYearofReading
Special Collections Blog - Special Collections Blog - LibGuides at De Montfort University
Book of the Month: Leicester Castle by Levi Fox
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May 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM
#LocalHistoryMonth & 1 week till Heritage Sunday!
Check out our BOTM blog: Leicester Castle by Levi Fox 1944 buff.ly/maNfe12
From dynastic rivalry & civil war to a cheeky entry for #EYAHandwriting
@dmu.ac.uk @librarydmu.bsky.social @exploreyourarchive.bsky.social #NationalYearofReading
Check out our BOTM blog: Leicester Castle by Levi Fox 1944 buff.ly/maNfe12
From dynastic rivalry & civil war to a cheeky entry for #EYAHandwriting
@dmu.ac.uk @librarydmu.bsky.social @exploreyourarchive.bsky.social #NationalYearofReading
Explore Milton Keynes' rich heritage and relationship with The Open University this #LocalHistoryMonth 📚
Dive into our online exhibition on the OU Digital Archive, charting the development of both the city and the university 👇
www.open.ac.uk/library/digi...
#MiltonKeynes #Archives
Dive into our online exhibition on the OU Digital Archive, charting the development of both the city and the university 👇
www.open.ac.uk/library/digi...
#MiltonKeynes #Archives
May 1, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Explore Milton Keynes' rich heritage and relationship with The Open University this #LocalHistoryMonth 📚
Dive into our online exhibition on the OU Digital Archive, charting the development of both the city and the university 👇
www.open.ac.uk/library/digi...
#MiltonKeynes #Archives
Dive into our online exhibition on the OU Digital Archive, charting the development of both the city and the university 👇
www.open.ac.uk/library/digi...
#MiltonKeynes #Archives
It is #LocalHistoryMonth & we thought we should promote some of our newest titles. This is a fabulous book on #Swindon. It focuses not on trains 🚆but rather at the people who made them 😲
www.hobnobpress.co.uk/books/p/made...
www.hobnobpress.co.uk/books/p/made...
Made in Swindon: a Social History, 1840s – 1940s, edited by Philip Garrahan — Hobnob Press
A small market town in rural Wiltshire became a leading centre for manufacturing in the century after 1840. This is Swindon, a creation of the Great Western Railway which built its trains there. Behin...
www.hobnobpress.co.uk
May 12, 2025 at 2:17 PM
It is #LocalHistoryMonth & we thought we should promote some of our newest titles. This is a fabulous book on #Swindon. It focuses not on trains 🚆but rather at the people who made them 😲
www.hobnobpress.co.uk/books/p/made...
www.hobnobpress.co.uk/books/p/made...
Are you a proud northerner? This defining biography of Northern England shows how the people of the north have shaped Britain and the world in unexpected ways, and explores what being a northerner means today.
#LocalHistoryMonth #LocalStudies #LocalHistory
#LocalHistoryMonth #LocalStudies #LocalHistory
May 9, 2025 at 11:59 AM
Are you a proud northerner? This defining biography of Northern England shows how the people of the north have shaped Britain and the world in unexpected ways, and explores what being a northerner means today.
#LocalHistoryMonth #LocalStudies #LocalHistory
#LocalHistoryMonth #LocalStudies #LocalHistory
🏰 Heritage Sundays at @dmu.ac.uk begin tomorrow!
From Sunday 31 May, explore historic sites across campus and the surrounding area for free! For details see #DMUMuseum website & our blog: buff.ly/lLl2TuO
#visitleicester @librarydmu.bsky.social #heritage #Leicester #LocalHistoryMonth
From Sunday 31 May, explore historic sites across campus and the surrounding area for free! For details see #DMUMuseum website & our blog: buff.ly/lLl2TuO
#visitleicester @librarydmu.bsky.social #heritage #Leicester #LocalHistoryMonth
Special Collections Blog - Special Collections Blog - LibGuides at De Montfort University
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May 30, 2026 at 9:01 AM
🏰 Heritage Sundays at @dmu.ac.uk begin tomorrow!
From Sunday 31 May, explore historic sites across campus and the surrounding area for free! For details see #DMUMuseum website & our blog: buff.ly/lLl2TuO
#visitleicester @librarydmu.bsky.social #heritage #Leicester #LocalHistoryMonth
From Sunday 31 May, explore historic sites across campus and the surrounding area for free! For details see #DMUMuseum website & our blog: buff.ly/lLl2TuO
#visitleicester @librarydmu.bsky.social #heritage #Leicester #LocalHistoryMonth
🏰 Heritage Sunday at DMU tomorrow!
Explore historic sites across campus and the surrounding area for free! For details see DMU Museum website & our blog: buff.ly/lLl2TuO
#visitleicester @librarydmu.bsky.social #heritage #Leicester #LocalHistoryMonth
Explore historic sites across campus and the surrounding area for free! For details see DMU Museum website & our blog: buff.ly/lLl2TuO
#visitleicester @librarydmu.bsky.social #heritage #Leicester #LocalHistoryMonth
Special Collections Blog - Special Collections Blog - LibGuides at De Montfort University
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July 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM
🏰 Heritage Sunday at DMU tomorrow!
Explore historic sites across campus and the surrounding area for free! For details see DMU Museum website & our blog: buff.ly/lLl2TuO
#visitleicester @librarydmu.bsky.social #heritage #Leicester #LocalHistoryMonth
Explore historic sites across campus and the surrounding area for free! For details see DMU Museum website & our blog: buff.ly/lLl2TuO
#visitleicester @librarydmu.bsky.social #heritage #Leicester #LocalHistoryMonth
🏰 Heritage Sunday @dmu.ac.uk 30th August
Explore historic sites across campus and the surrounding area for free! For details see DMU Museum website & our blog: buff.ly/lLl2TuO
#visitleicester @librarydmu.bsky.social #heritage #Leicester #LocalHistoryMonth
Explore historic sites across campus and the surrounding area for free! For details see DMU Museum website & our blog: buff.ly/lLl2TuO
#visitleicester @librarydmu.bsky.social #heritage #Leicester #LocalHistoryMonth
Special Collections Blog - Special Collections Blog - LibGuides at De Montfort University
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August 24, 2026 at 8:00 AM
🏰 Heritage Sunday @dmu.ac.uk 30th August
Explore historic sites across campus and the surrounding area for free! For details see DMU Museum website & our blog: buff.ly/lLl2TuO
#visitleicester @librarydmu.bsky.social #heritage #Leicester #LocalHistoryMonth
Explore historic sites across campus and the surrounding area for free! For details see DMU Museum website & our blog: buff.ly/lLl2TuO
#visitleicester @librarydmu.bsky.social #heritage #Leicester #LocalHistoryMonth
Did you know it’s #LocalHistoryMonth?
If you’re starting a new research project looking into the history of your county, town, street, we’ve got a great range of blog posts to support your research, including this one-place study guide by Pam Smith
hampshirearchivestrust.co.uk/stories/blog...
If you’re starting a new research project looking into the history of your county, town, street, we’ve got a great range of blog posts to support your research, including this one-place study guide by Pam Smith
hampshirearchivestrust.co.uk/stories/blog...
Guide To One-Place Study Research - Hampshire Archive Trust
A One-Place-Study (OPS) is unique and combines the local history of your chosen place whilst integrating the family history of the inhabitants through time.
hampshirearchivestrust.co.uk
May 12, 2026 at 7:25 AM
Did you know it’s #LocalHistoryMonth?
If you’re starting a new research project looking into the history of your county, town, street, we’ve got a great range of blog posts to support your research, including this one-place study guide by Pam Smith
hampshirearchivestrust.co.uk/stories/blog...
If you’re starting a new research project looking into the history of your county, town, street, we’ve got a great range of blog posts to support your research, including this one-place study guide by Pam Smith
hampshirearchivestrust.co.uk/stories/blog...
May is #LocalHistoryMonth www.history.org.uk/historian/re... Maps are wonderful for exploring the history of your area. As well as flat maps, we have an extensive collection of folded maps such as this 7th Edition one inch map of Birmingham #LibraryofBham @histassoc.bsky.social
May 7, 2026 at 8:01 AM
May is #LocalHistoryMonth www.history.org.uk/historian/re... Maps are wonderful for exploring the history of your area. As well as flat maps, we have an extensive collection of folded maps such as this 7th Edition one inch map of Birmingham #LibraryofBham @histassoc.bsky.social
Walthamstow public hall, built in Orford Rd 1866 & later altered to become Walthamstow Town Hall 1876-1941. It was part of Connaught Hospital from 1959 until hospital closure 1977. Restored in 1994, it is now converted for residential use #LocalHistoryMonth 📷 Vestry House Museum. Plaque is.gd/WNjBXR
May 30, 2024 at 11:44 AM
Walthamstow public hall, built in Orford Rd 1866 & later altered to become Walthamstow Town Hall 1876-1941. It was part of Connaught Hospital from 1959 until hospital closure 1977. Restored in 1994, it is now converted for residential use #LocalHistoryMonth 📷 Vestry House Museum. Plaque is.gd/WNjBXR
An interesting resource for local and community history are parish magazines. 175 years of the St James Church, Crosshill, Codnor magazines are celebrated here, full of fascinating snippets showing community life through the years.
#LocalHistoryMonth #LocalStudies #LocalHistory
#LocalHistoryMonth #LocalStudies #LocalHistory
May 13, 2025 at 10:17 AM
An interesting resource for local and community history are parish magazines. 175 years of the St James Church, Crosshill, Codnor magazines are celebrated here, full of fascinating snippets showing community life through the years.
#LocalHistoryMonth #LocalStudies #LocalHistory
#LocalHistoryMonth #LocalStudies #LocalHistory
In Cambridge Central Library, a mini photo exhibition for #LocalHistoryMonth
May 26, 2026 at 4:01 PM
In Cambridge Central Library, a mini photo exhibition for #LocalHistoryMonth