Monthly Archives: December 2017

Did your ancestors marry by licence?

Posted on December 21, 2017 by

If you are researching your family tree and have come across an entry in a parish register which notes that your ancestors married by licence, then marriage licence bonds can be a valuable resource.  Although they do not include marriages … Continue reading →

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Memories of Christmas from a German Prisoner of War

Posted on December 20, 2017 by

Soon after the Second World War ended German POWs were released across the country. Over 100 prisoners were released from Mousehold Camp based in Norwich. One such prisoner was Hans Dittrich who was interviewed shortly before release. Dittrich obviously appreciated … Continue reading →

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Driving Sheep and Pulham Pigs: Just some of the topics covered by our workshops this half term.

Posted on December 15, 2017 by

Hello, What a busy end to this year! We hope you have all enjoyed your various nativity plays, Christmas concerts and general festivities over the last few weeks. This half term we have had a chance to bring out some … Continue reading →

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Canned Turkey and other Christmas Meals of the Past

Posted on December 14, 2017 by

As well as hanging up the Christmas Decorations, sorting out the presents, and writing those cards, thoughts often turn to food at this time of year. We are used to our Christmas turkey with all the trimmings, or a vegetarian … Continue reading →

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