The Raffles Murder - The Death Of Isabella Steele

Adam Bell Of Inglewood Forest - Carlisle's Robin Hood

This lighthearted episode tells the tale of Adam Bell, Clym of The Clough and William of Cloudslie, three medieval outlaws living in Inglewood Forest. This Royal Forest once thrived between Penrith and Carlisle.  After six months in the forest, William attempts to see his wife in Carlisle but is caught and faces the noose.  Will Adam and Clym be able to rescue their brother? And to what ends will these men go to obtain their freedom?  If you'd like to toss a coin to your bard, you can do so at ko-fi.com/carlisletimescrimes.  Follow Carlisle Times & Crimes on Facebook for more craic and scandal from the Great Border City  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2529323/support]

The Two Executions of Daniel McCrory

Daniel McCrory was a known rogue suspected of several robberies and burglaries. In 1813, an act of mercy during one burglary would be his downfall.  However, Daniel McCrory's ultimate fate would assure him of his place in Carlisle's history of crime and punishment.  Join me as we tek a deeks at The Two Executions Of Daniel McCrory.  Support Carlisle Times & Crimes by following the podcast and giving it a 5 star review!  Donate here: ko-fi.com/carlisletimescrimes Follow Carlisle Times & Crimes on Facebook for more stories from Carlisle's bloody history!  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2529323/support]

Carlisle - An Olde Travel Guide

With people looking forward to their holidays, I thought it would be interesting to look at some first impressions of Carlisle made by early notable tourists.   First, we go back to 1698, when Celia Fiennes travelled to Carlisle on side saddle. Fiennes can be considered the first travel writer, although her diary entries documenting her trips weren't published until the 19th century as "Through England on Side Saddle (In The Time Of William And Mary)". While in the north, Celia isn't impressed with her lodgings, or the Scots!  Then, in the early 18th century, the poet Daniel Defoe - a man of many talents - visited the city and left his memories in print in the three-volume "A Tour Through The Whole Island of Great Britain", published 1724-26.  Finally, in 1857, Charles Dickens and Wilkie Collins hope for a 'Lazy Tour' north, but are met with anything but. Find out what their alter-egos have to say about Carlisle. Follow Carlisle Times & Crimes on Facebook for more stories of the city's past! You can donate to help running costs at ko-fi.com/carlisletimescrimes where any and all help is greatly appreciated! Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2529323/support]

Brawl On Botchergate - The Death Of Thomas Higgins

Plenty of fights have erupted over the years on Botchergate, Carlisle's drinking strip, but in August 1856, one fight resulted in the death of an innocent man.  Find out what happened that fateful night, as we tek a deeks at the Brawl On Botchergate - The Death Of Thomas Higgins. Follow Carlisle Times & Crimes on Facebook You can buy me a drink at ko-fi.com/carlisletimescrimes Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2529323/support]

The Eagle Of Sevastopol - From Crimea To Carlisle

When the 34th Regiment entered Sevastopol in September 1855, Private Joseph Carruthers took a large, gilded, wooden double-headed eagle from the  ruins of the opera house as a war trophy. However, by the time the eagle arrived in Britain, and in the years following, Sergeant Edward Baker seemingly took credit for capturing the eagle.  We'll follow the eagle's journey through the decades as it appeared as a prized possession of the 34th, later the Border Regiment. Can we get to the bottom of this Crimean quarrel?  Join me as we tek a deeks at The Eagle Of Sevastopol - From Crimea To Carlisle. Help support the channel by rating, following and sharing. Follow Carlisle Times & Crimes on facebook for more stories from Carlisle's past, where you can help support the page by subscibing for only 99p a month. You can also make a donation at ko-fi.com/carlisletimescrimes  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2529323/support]