Two well-known footpaths are used during this strenuous hill walk, crossing wild moorland and peat bogs. Exceptional panoramic views and refreshments at the Tan Hill Inn are some of the rewards. Situated at the head of the dale, Keld is the last settlement of any size in Swaledale. It takes its name from the Norse ‘Kelda’ meaning spring or stream, which is very apt because Keld is abundant with water. Wain Wath Force, East Gill Force, Catrake Force and the spectacular Kisdon Force are all within
In early American literature, many authors began shifting the focus of their works from the refined upper class citizens to the real every-day experiences of the American people. As a result of this shift, authors began writing about life in the small towns scattered across the United States, while focusing on non-typical and socially and morally lowly characters. A perfect example of this type of writing can be found in “The Outcasts of Poker Flat,” a short story written by Bret Harte. In this story
"Emily Jane Bronte was born at Thornton in Yorkshire on 30 July 1818, the fifth of six children of Patrick and Maria Bronte (nee Branwell). Two years later, her father was appointed perpetual curate of Haworth, a small, isolated hill village surrounded by moors. Her mother died shortly after her third birthday and she and her sisters and brother were brought up by their aunt, Elizabeth Branwell. Apart from a few short periods, she remained in Haworth. Her only close friendships were those with her
Exploring the Changing Role of Castles Between Norman and Tudor Times The introductions of castles were brought to Britain by William I (better know as William the Conqueror). He came to power by beating King Harold in the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Then King William started his campaign to conquer the rest of England and to do this he introduced castles to Britain. Castles became the military stronghold-cum-residences from which he could police the newly conquered lands. The first
“In medieval Europe the first castles appeared in the 9th century, when the Carolingian empire was collapsing as a result of Viking and Magyar raids ” Castles began to appear all over the British landscape after 1066 and The Norman Conquest led by William the Conqueror. The castle was, and still is a unique and indentifying feature of British heritage. The period between the 11th century and the 14h century saw the functions of castles change dramatically. The earliest castles after 1066 were built
his disposition, which resonated throughout his literary works. On January 27, 1832 Charles Lutwidge Dodgson was born in Daresbury, Cheshire Country, England. In 1943 his family moved to the croft Rectory in Richmondshire, North Yorkshire, while he was enrolled at the Richmond public school. Three years later at the age of fourteen in the year of 1846, he went on to the Rugby school in Warwickshire. He spent three years at the school in Warwickshire and left in the year of 1849. Later he went to
Fantasy World By looking at Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, one can see that Lewis Carroll included the themes of understanding one’s true identity, and distinguishing between real versus fantasy life because he was a unique man who was able to understand and connect with what was going on in children’s minds. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland is a story by the English author, Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, written under the pen name Lewis Carroll. It tells the story of a girl named Alice, who falls
floor space. (E.g. Debenhams) Meadowhall is situated next to the M1 motorway at junction 34, between Sheffield and Rotherham. It lies on the Sheffield Supertram route, in the shadow of the Tinsley viaduct. It is situated approximately 3 miles north east of Sheffield city centre. Until 24 February 1984, the land on which Meadowhall stands was occupied by a steelworks when the steelworks closed the land lay derelict until construction of meadowhall began in June 1988. Meadowhall was opened