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Teacher-led, grassroots, and rooted in belonging. A grassroots movement sharing ideas, stories & local history. Join us: localhistoryhub.org.uk

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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 15h
👻 Ghosts, ghouls and local history! 🎃 Every community has a ghost story. But what can these tales reveal about the people who created them? This Halloween, why not explore local folklore through historical enquiry? A few tips for teachers...
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 17h
Brilliant response to the Local History Charter so far! 🙌 A huge thank you to everyone who has completed the survey, shared their thoughts or signed up for the focus group. Haven’t had your say yet? We’d love to hear from you. 🔗 www.localhistoryhub.org.uk/local-histor...
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Local history doesn’t have to sit inside one history lesson. 📍 A map. A building. A family story. A walk. A conversation about how a place has changed. Help children connect what they learn with the world around them this #LocalHistoryDay. 📅 21 April 2027 localhistoryhub.org.uk/local-history-day
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Local History Hub is free for schools and communities. We want to keep it that way. Become an LHH Supporter from £3 a month and help keep the free stuff free. Find out more: www.localhistoryhub.org.uk/support-us
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Support Local History Hub | Help Keep Local History Free — Local History Hub
Support Local History Hub and help keep our network, resources and opportunities free for schools and communities across the UK.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
For #WorldTeachersDay, we salute the passion, dedication and curiosity of teachers. We see it whenever we talk about local history: helping young people understand their communities, develop pride and a positive outlook. Thank you, teachers.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Local history. Place. Identity. Belonging. We’re exploring a new voluntary Local History Charter for schools, and we want teachers, school leaders and heritage partners to help shape it. Take the short survey, join our Focus Group or find out more 👇 www.localhistoryhub.org.uk/local-histor...
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
October is #BlackHistoryMonthUK - a chance for schools to discover more of the people, places and stories that form part of our shared history. Museums, archives and local heritage are great places to start. @blackhistorymonth.org.uk #HeritageEducation #Schools
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Local History Hubs are meeting across the country this autumn! Informal, teacher-led spaces bringing together schools, heritage organisations and local partners to talk local history, place and belonging. Here’s what’s coming up before Christmas 👇
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Sometimes the best local history starts with a simple question. What was here before our school? Why does this street have that name? How has our community changed? Get curious about the history on your doorstep this #LocalHistoryDay. 📅 21 April 2027 localhistoryhub.org.uk/local-histor...
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Local History Day | Grassroots, teacher-led and rooted in belonging — Local History Hub
Join Local History Day 2026 to connect communities, inspire students, and celebrate stories close to home through educational events and heritage partnerships across the UK.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Poetry doesn’t have to stay in the English classroom. For #NationalPoetryDay, why not take a cross-curricular approach? A historic place An object or artwork A changing landscape Any can become the starting point for a poem. What piece of heritage would inspire your pupils?
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
CPD: Irish Histories, Migration & Belonging Join Dr Sophie Cooper from the Irish Diaspora Histories Network for a practical session exploring locally rooted Irish histories, migration, identity & belonging. 18 Nov | 4–4:45pm | Online | Free Register: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/Gy3zxdT19a
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Local history is everywhere. Local History Day is a chance for children to explore that history and strengthen their connection to place. 📅 21 April 2027 localhistoryhub.org.uk/local-history-day #LocalHistoryDay
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Local History Day | Grassroots, teacher-led and rooted in belonging — Local History Hub
Join Local History Day 2026 to connect communities, inspire students, and celebrate stories close to home through educational events and heritage partnerships across the UK.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Free online CPD: Irish Histories, Migration & Belonging Join Dr Sophie Cooper from the Irish Diaspora Histories Network (IDHN) for a session exploring migration, identity & belonging. 18 Nov | 4–4:45pm | Online | Free Register: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/Gy3zxdT19a #LocalHistory #TeacherCPD
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
What stories are waiting to be discovered on your school’s doorstep? Local History Day returns on Wednesday 21 April 2027. Explore local places, people and stories - and help children develop a stronger sense of place and belonging. 🔗 www.localhistoryhub.org.uk/local-histor... #LocalHistoryDay
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Local History Day | Grassroots, teacher-led and rooted in belonging — Local History Hub
Join Local History Day 2026 to connect communities, inspire students, and celebrate stories close to home through educational events and heritage partnerships across the UK.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Join Local History Hub and the Irish Diaspora Histories Network for a practical session exploring locally rooted Irish histories, migration, identity & belonging. - 18 Nov - 4–4:45pm - Online - Free Register: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/Gy3zxdT19a #PrimaryHistory #LocalHistory #TeacherCPD
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Save the date: Local History Day returns on Wednesday 21 April 2027! A day for schools to explore the stories, places and people around them, helping children develop a stronger sense of place, identity and belonging. More ideas and resources coming throughout the year. #LocalHistoryDay
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Welcome back! We know most teachers will barely have time to grab a cup of tea or use the loo over the next few weeks, let alone scroll through social media. So we'll keep this short.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
We’re delighted to launch Local History Hub Newark, bringing schools, heritage organisations and communities together to explore the people, places and stories that have shaped the area. The hub is led by Denise Greany of Newark and Sherwood District Council.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
June & July were an important couple of months for Local History Hub. We announced six new hubs: Mid Hampshire Register interest: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/epttuwx5vn Grantham & South West Lincolnshire Register interest: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/e2eeub4YCt
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
As another academic year comes to a close, we just wanted to say thank you. To every teacher who has squeezed local history into an already packed curriculum, thank you.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
We're delighted to launch Local History Hub Hounslow – our first Local History Hub in London. Led by Community Hub Lead Kate Kulka, the hub will bring together schools, heritage organisations and community partners to strengthen local history education across the borough. #Hounslow #London
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Some exciting news! Our founder, @matthewharperduffy.bsky.social, has been awarded funding through @shinetrust.org.uk's Let Teachers SHINE programme to help grow Local History Hub.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
We're delighted to launch Local History Hub Stroud, the latest addition to our growing teacher-led network. Supported by Tony Chalk (Stroud District Council), the hub will connect schools, heritage organisations, and community partners through place-based history.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
We're delighted to launch Local History Hub Wirral, the latest addition to our growing, teacher-led network. Led by Lindsey Marshall, the hub will connect schools, heritage organisations, and community partners to help children explore the people, places, and stories that have shaped the Wirral.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
We're delighted to announce the launch of Local History Hub Sheffield. Led by Community Hub Lead Laura Travis of Create Sheffield, the hub will bring together schools, heritage organisations and local communities to strengthen local history education across the city. #LocalHistory #Sheffield
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Local History Day 2027 is on Wednesday 21st April. This year, schools across the UK used local stories to help pupils develop a stronger sense of belonging. We'd love to have even more schools involved next year. Find out more: www.localhistoryhub.org.uk/local-histor... #LocalHistoryDay
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Local History Day | Grassroots, teacher-led and rooted in belonging — Local History Hub
Join Local History Day 2026 to connect communities, inspire students, and celebrate stories close to home through educational events and heritage partnerships across the UK.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
We're delighted to announce the launch of Local History Hub Grantham & South West Lincolnshire. Led by Schools Hub Lead Claire Mainwaring, the hub will bring together schools, heritage organisations and local communities around local history.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
A big thank you to everyone who took part in #LocalHistoryDay 2026.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
May was one of the busiest months yet for Local History Hub. This month we launched four new hubs: Essex, Rotherham, Surrey, and West Northumberland.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
We've launched Local History Hub Mid Hampshire. We're looking for schools, heritage organisations and community partners to help shape the hub, and a volunteer Schools Hub Lead. Get involved: forms.office.com/e/epttuwx5vn Teacher-led, grassroots, and rooted in belonging. #LocalHistory #Hampshire
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
One of the most encouraging things about Local History Hub has been hearing from teachers, museums, archives, heritage organisations and local authorities who share a belief in the value of local history.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Local History Hub continues to grow across England & Wales, connecting schools with local heritage through teacher-led, grassroots collaboration. As we look ahead to #LocalHistoryDay 2027, we’re excited to keep building practical local partnerships. #LocalHistoryHub
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Good luck to all teachers navigating exam season! This point in the school year can feel relentless. We hope the next few weeks go smoothly and that, when it’s all over, you get the chance to properly rest and prioritise some self-care too. #Education #Teachers #LocalHistory
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
We’re excited to announce the launch of Local History Hub West Northumberland. Teacher-led, grassroots, and rooted in belonging. If you’re based in West Northumberland please complete the expression of interest form to get involved: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/DFEbC8whyP #LocalHistory #Northumberland
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Launching Local History Hub Surrey - part of our growing teacher-led network connecting schools, museums, and heritage organisations. The hub will support children in exploring the stories that shape Surrey. Get involved: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/6j2vcNM5As #LocalHistoryHub #Surrey
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
April was an important month for Local History Hub, centred around the first nationwide celebration of Local History Day on 22nd April.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Welcoming Local History Hub Rotherham to our growing teacher-led network. Led by Ian Blakesley, the hub connects schools and heritage organisations to explore local history and strengthen place and belonging. Get involved via our Expression of Interest form (link in bio). #LocalHistoryHub #Rotherham
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Launching Local History Hub Essex - our first hub in the East of England. Led by Julie Pugh (English Heritage), the hub connects schools and heritage partners to explore local history and strengthen place and belonging. Get involved (link in bio). #LocalHistoryHub #Essex
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
We’re looking to strengthen safeguarding at board level as Local History Hub continues to grow. We’re inviting expressions of interest for a Director of Safeguarding (voluntary) to join our Operational Board.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Across England and Wales, Local History Hub is growing. Following a brilliant Local History Day 2026, our focus now turns to building towards 2027 and continuing to share great practice across our hubs. Teacher-led. Grassroots. Rooted in belonging.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
We’ve really enjoyed seeing Local History Day activity shared from across the country.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
A thank you to everyone who took part in Local History Day 2026. Great to see schools and partners across the UK exploring local stories in ways that reflect their communities. We’ll be sharing examples over the coming weeks. #LocalHistoryDay #TeacherLed
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
As Local History Day 2026 comes to a close, it’s been great to see how schools across the UK have engaged with local history today. If you’ve taken part today or are continuing in the coming weeks, we’d love to see it. Use #LocalHistoryDay and tag us so we can share. #LocalHistory #TeacherLed
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Local History Day 2026 is underway. Schools across the UK are exploring local people, places and stories through lessons, assemblies and links with heritage sites. Taking part today? Share using #LocalHistoryDay and tag us so we can highlight as many as possible.
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Inside Croydon @insidecroydon.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
History of Kenley Airfield, free talk, East Surrey Museum, Apr 22 insidecroydon.com/2026/04/19/h... #Croydon #Kenley #Caterham #History @localhistoryhub.bsky.social
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History of Kenley Airfield, free talk, East Surrey Museum, Apr 22
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Migration Museum @migrationmuseum.org · 22/04/2026
We are proud to support @localhistoryhub.bsky.social's #LocalHistoryDay Our Learning Manager Tia Shah explores why teaching local history is a great way of engaging young people on migration – and highlighting some digital resources to get you started: www.migrationmuseum.org/why-teaching...
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Why teaching about local history matters
The Migration Museum is proud to support the Local History Hub’s first ‘Local History Day’ for schools. A day for young people to explore the people, places, stories and objects connected to their loc...
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The Sand House @sandhousedoncaster.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
We at The Sand House Charity are pleased to have signed up to @localhistoryhub.bsky.social recently and to acknowledge that today is #LocalHistoryDay We wish everyone a successful and enjoyable day and look forward to helping to spread the Sand House story to schools. www.thesandhouse.org.uk
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Today is Local History Day 2026. Schools across the UK are exploring local people, places and stories through classroom work, assemblies and links with heritage sites. Taking part today or in the coming weeks? Use #LocalHistoryDay and tag us so we can share. #LocalHistory #TeacherLed
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Local History Day is tomorrow. Schools across the UK will be exploring the stories, places and people that shape their local area. However big or small, it all counts. We’d love to see what you’re doing. Use #LocalHistoryDay and tag us so we can share. #LocalHistory #TeacherLed #PlaceBasedLearning
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
This week marks Local History Day 2026, taking place on Wednesday 22nd April. Whether you’re planning something big, keeping it simple, or just joining in on social media, it all counts. Celebrating this week or later? We’d love to see it. Share using #LocalHistoryDay and tag us.
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