The wedding of Joe and Ruth took place at St Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Lea, Lancashire, on 9th February 1937 at 2 o'clock. Amoung the invited guests were my nan and grandad, and I am lucky enough to still have the original invitation that was sent to them. (I keep checking newspaper records online to … Continue reading Marriage of Aubrey Joseph Gannon and Ruth Stirzaker
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Glasson Dock, Lancashire
Nestled on the River Lune estuary, a mere five miles southwest of Lancaster, lies the charming village of Glasson Dock. Once a bustling port, Glasson Dock's story is intertwined with the ebb and flow of trade, shipbuilding, and the vital role it played in connecting Lancaster to the wider world. The key to its initial … Continue reading Glasson Dock, Lancashire
Marriage of Robert Stirzaker Brayshaw and Alice Preston
15 August 1942 The wedding took place at Dolphinholme Methodist Chapel, on Saturday, the Rev Gordon Mee, Circuit Minister, officiating, of Pte Robert Stirzaker Brayshaw, of the RAMC, youngest son of Mr and Mrs T Brayshaw, of 21 The Crescent, Galgate, and Miss Alice Preston, only daughter of Mr and Mrs Preston of Wyresdale View, … Continue reading Marriage of Robert Stirzaker Brayshaw and Alice Preston
Visit to St Helens Church, Overton
St Helen's Church is located in the quiet village of Overton, Lancashire. The church is one of the oldest in Lancashire with parts dating back to the 12th century, with further additions and restorations taking place over the years. It is a wonderful church to visit and very quiet, located across the River Lune, south-west … Continue reading Visit to St Helens Church, Overton
