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Like many other charities the Bacup Natural History Society relies on membership fees, and fundraising, and
over the last few years we have produced two dvd’s and sell various paperback books. If you are intrested in
purchasing any of these publications please fill in and send the enquiry form below.Work, Rest and Play takes the form of an anotated slide show of over 124 historic
photographs from our extensive archives. With music kindly provided by the 2nd
Rossendale Scout Band ( who have also just released their latest CD 'Where the Irwell
Springs '), the collection encompasses industry ( buildings and people ) , relaxation and
leisure activities. Although centred upon Bacup, many of the pictures shown are from
other areas of Rossendale. The price is £9.99
Our second DVD is Changing Times this dvd features a look at Bacup through its
Changing Times a collection of Then and Now photographs and as with Work Rest and
Play accompanied by music from the 2nd Rossendale Scout Band. The price is also
£9.99
The Owd Bacup and Owd Stacksteads Books are paperbacks
based on the popular slideshows of the same name that have been
a feature of the museum lecture nights since 1937. Both books are
priced at £9.99
In death men who had faithfully served their
country in battle were accorded
military honours. Bacup Cemetery officially
known as Fairwell gives testimony
to many brave local soldiers. Thier stories are
told in this new book
Where Heroes Rest. Priced at £14.99.
We also sell on behalf of the author Mike Rothwells Inustrial
Heritage Books.
