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Broadmead runs between Union Street and Penn Street, and was a part of the regeneration of the city centre following the destruction of the Second World War.

Penrith Castle was built by William Strickland, later Bishop of Carlisle, who was given permission to build Penrith Castle in 1397, following the sacking of the town by raiding Scots in 1354.

The keep is 14th century, though it was rebuilt in 1840 to house students following the creation of Durham University in 1832. The castle was turned into a university college a few years later.

This was followed by the Liverpool-to-Crewe line, and then south to London's Euston.

But it still caters readily for thirsty walkers following the numerous paths which criss-cross this lovely stretch of countryside.

Much of the church dates from the 14th century, but the old west tower fell down and was rebuilt in 1850; further restoration followed.

Joseph Wade, a Hull timber merchant, had a strong influence on the development of a resort here following the arrival of the railway in 1864.

This particular view shows the curve of the street: this echoes the line of New Park Street and Monday Market Street, which follow the castle's banks and ditches.

The present structure dates from the early 15th century, and has a leper squint through which lepers could follow the service.

The church was targeted by the suffragettes during a campaign of violence following the government's refusal to grant votes for women.

With stalls creaking under the weight of locally grown produce, there is no hint of the rationing to come after the outbreak of war the following year.

A church, shops and a village club all followed.

It was to here that Mary Queen of Scots and Henry, Lord Darnley came following their marriage in July 1565. The castle was owned by Henry's father, the Earl of Lennox.

Following an amalgamation with several other connected waterways, the Grand Union was formed in 1929. A Thames Trader lorry is crossing the iron bridge.

There was once a proposal to link Buxton and Macclesfield by light railway, by a route following the road.

The house dates from the reign of Elizabeth I, but was largely rebuilt following a major fire which undermined the structure in 1886.

This general view shows typical houses of the time; the terrace in the foreground is followed by 1950s semis leading down to the waters of the inlet of Carmarthen Bay, with the Gower peninsular just visible

Following the Dissolution of the Monastries, it was acquired by the Crown before becoming part of Pembroke College. Its members worshipped here until the college built its own chapel in 1732.

Constructed by local workers, the church does not conform to standard architectural styles; the Welsh refused to follow the fashions of the age.

Its streets, North, South, East and West, follow the pattern laid down by the Romans.

It later reopened following major restoration

After the Norman Conquest, the lands belonging to those theyns who had either fought for Harold or were implicated in the Northern rebellions were confiscated and awarded to William's followers.

Hardy drew a very accurate picture of Beaminster, and it is possible to follow in his heroine's footsteps.

After the Norman Conquest, the lands belonging to those theyns who had either fought for Harold or were implicated in the Northern rebellions were confiscated and awarded to William's followers.