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Secret Keswick (Paperback)
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Secret Keswick (Paperback)
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List price R474
Loot Price R385
Discovery Miles 3 850
You Save R89 (19%)
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Keswick is one of the most popular towns in Cumbria, beloved by
local residents and the thousands of holidaymakers who visit the
Lake District every year. Many are attracted by the spectacular
surrounding scenery and the rich history of the area. Those who
visit can appreciate why this part of Britain was such a source of
inspiration to poets, authors and artists. The first recorded
mention of Keswick was in 1276 when Edward I granted a charter for
the local market, which is still held in the town today. During the
sixteenth century, copper mining brought wealth to the area. Later
it was graphite, and then the railways brought the tourists
flocking here. In this book, local authors Beth and Steve Pipe seek
out the fascinating hidden aspects of Keswick's rich and intriguing
heritage. Stories of local people, places and events weave a
fascinating tale that spans the centuries. Discover the history and
stories behind the Keswick Brewing Company, the town's Literary and
Scientific Society and the incredible Alhambra Cinema, which has
been in continuous operation for more than a century. Learn more
about Keswick's graphite mining industry - a trade that gave the
phrases 'black market' and 'a wad of cash' to the English language
- and the town's superb pencil museum. For visitors and residents
alike, Secret Keswick will reveal more fascinating stories and the
lesser-known gems to be found within this delightful Cumbrian town.
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