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Revealing Dacre Bridge: A Timeless Cumbrian Landmark
#4969 Dacre Bridge, Cumberland Dacre Bridge, named after the delightful Dacre Beck and meaning 'trickling stream', has stood for nearly 300 years. Constructed in the C18, the same age as the present image, it once served as a true road bridge but is now by-passed by the modern A592. Formed from ‘mixed sandstone rubble’, it survives in Dalemain Park, surrounded by evocatively named features like Dog Kennel Wood, Snuffmill Wood, Friar’s Darrock Wood, Keepers Lodge, Deer Park Co
May 10, 2025


Star Chamber
#5007 Star Chamber Westminster interior The medieval Star Chamber in the old Palace of Westminster heard cases of national import and personal gain, often with the monarch present. Renowned for trying the elite, & meting out swift, brutal justice, it quickly drew suspicions of corruption and favouritism and was abolished in 1641 during England’s Long Parliament & the build up to civil war. Memorable cases featured libel, corruption, illegal hunting & witchcraft, as well as as
May 7, 2025
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