Free teacher web sites for History topic ‘Local History’
We've added a Local History section, although you'll find lots more about your local area in the respective History topics (ie Local Census data is in Victorias etc..). Another good place to check is the Geography> maps section which will offer maps of your local area from the past.
Images from National Trust sites in England
A simple search for your local area is sure to bring some great quality images that will fire up any lesson. Great to support local studies in KS1 and KS2.
External link: Images from National Trust sites in England
- suitable for class use
- suitable for teachers’ personal use
Legacies of local history
Includes information for many regions on; Architectural Heritage Immigration and Emigration Myths and Legends Work Lots here for any local history topic.
External link: Legacies of local history
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- suitable for teachers’ personal use
Pictures from your local area today
Use this site to find pictures of landmarks in your local area from today. Are they still there in the older photographs? Have they changed much?
External link: Pictures from your local area today
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- suitable for teachers’ personal use
Places to visit in your locality
Historic places in Great Britain to visit.
External link: Places to visit in your locality
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Researching an old map of your area
Look at your local area on an old map.
External link: Researching an old map of your area
- suitable for class use
- suitable for teachers’ personal use