Sun, Nov 5, 2017
LuneTube presenter David Chandler is the man behind 'Postbox Collection' - an attempt to try and capture photographs of every one of the UK's 114,500 postboxes. We sent the LuneTube cameras to find out the thinking behind this project and while we were at it; we looked closely at some examples of postal heritage in Lancaster.
Thu, Mar 8, 2018
In 1940, Great Britain was at war with Nazi Germany. Luftwaffe planes dropped bombs on targets across the country and although North Lancashire was spared the worst of the aerial bombardment, there was a target of particular interest to the Germans, on the coast near Heysham. If it had been hit, it would have been a major blow to the war effort.
Thu, Feb 22, 2018
Hornby Castle is a private residence, overlooking the delightful village of Hornby in the Lune Valley. On select days of the year, the Castle opens its gardens and visitors can explore the delights within. A highlight of the local calendar is 'Snowdrop Weekend', when the public are invited to enjoy the swathes of Galanthus in the castle grounds.
Thu, Apr 12, 2018
At the heart of the seaside resort of Morecambe is the old village of Poulton-le-Sands. Much changed from its humble origins as a fishing village, but it does still hold clues to its past. Peter Wade takes us on a tour of some of the lost buildings of old Poulton and discovers a link to a most illustrious family who once lived there.
Thu, May 3, 2018
Drum Roll Please!. Lancaster's Grand Theatre is the third oldest working theaters in Britain and has been used nearly continuously since 1782. If you've grown up in Lancaster, then you have probably treaded those boards at some time or another - whether it be at a dance school show, in a pantomime or performing with the local amateur dramatic societies. If you have, then this film will remind you of an aspect of the theatre which is all-too familiar and which will bring back some happy memories: However, if you've never crossed the footlights from the auditorium, allow LuneTube to introduce you to a different point of view.
Thu, May 10, 2018
Opened in 1898, the Royalty Theatre was situated between Market Street and Cheapside in Morecambe town centre. With a capacity of 1140, the opulent interiors were designed by the leading theatre architect, Frank Matcham. Audiences were treated to a programme of plays, light opera and repertory theatre. Arguably more high-brow entertainments than those plied by some of the resort's other theatres. The Royalty was converted to a cinema in the 1950s and was demolished to make way for the Arndale Shopping Centre in the 1970s. All trace of the building has gone. Or has it? LuneTube goes in search of another of Morecambe's lost theatres.
Thu, May 17, 2018
The North Lancashire town of Carnforth became a centre of industry in the mid 19th Century when Carnforth Iron Works was established. Well connected by railway, road and canal, Carnforth soon became a busy centre of industry. LuneTube goes in search of the town's industrial past and takes us back to a very different time. You might almost say it was like another world back then.
Wed, May 23, 2018
All over Europe, churches are decorated with stained glass windows. The practice dates back to the 7th Century, with large numbers produced in medieval times and during the Victorian revival. LuneTube visits St. Peter's in the village of Quernmore, to tell the story of an extraordinary window. Not only is the glass colourful, but so is its history.
Thu, May 31, 2018
From 1853 to 1856, Britain was at war with Russia over disputed territories in The Balkans. The Crimean War also involved the Ottoman Empire, France, Turkey and Sardinia. Among the British forces were young men from Lancashire, who wrote letters home to their loved ones. These saw print in the pages of the Lancaster Gazette. The letters and the reports from war correspondents made the public aware of the appalling conditions for the troops and fuelled demand for change.