Local Interest

A generation of ordinary young men and women were thrust into the most extraordinary of situations when the Second World War was declared.As this important period passes from living memory into history, this is likely to be the last time that these personal tales are told, tales which should never be forgotten.

How the poppy came to be a symbol of remembrance after the First World War

The powerful, poignant true story of a group of child survivors of concentration camps, by the author of the bestselling THE HOLOCAUST. 'A masterpiece of decency, courage and joy ... superb' DAILY TELEGRAPH