First rescue of 2019 for Mountain Rescue Team
A SOUTH Lakes Mountain Rescue Team carried out their first rescue of 2019 at the weekend after helping to rescue an injured mountain biker.
NOSTALGIA: Looking back at the great Kendal flood of 1898
The onset of rainy weather is still a common occurrence in Kendal. It began raining on Tuesday night, November 2, 1898 and soon became torrential.
Buildings and streets have their tales to tell
Historian Arthur Nicholls continues to reveal the stories behind some of Kendal’s streets
The famous bristling hog and other animals
Historian Arthur R. Nicholls describes the origin of some ‘animals’ to be found in Kendal
Kendal names conjure up a fascinating history
Historian Arthur Nicholls reveals more of the stories behind some of Kendal’s streets and names
Kendal bridge built in 1907 is still well-used and appreciated today
Historian Arthur R. Nicholls continues his history of Kendal’s bridges
Kendal might have had an airport
Historian Arthur Nicholls recounts the days when hot air balloons were a cause of entertainment in Kendal - and how the town nearly got an airport
Streets immortalise famous forefathers
Historian Arthur Nicholls reveals the stories behind some of Kendal’s streets
Tributes to townsfolk who left their mark
Historian Arthur Nicholls reveals the stories behind some of Kendal’s streets
NOSTALGIA: Street names are a living memorial to people from the past
Historian Arthur Nicholls reveals the stories behind some of Kendal’s streets
