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Worsbrough Reservoir, Canal & its People Tour

Worsbrough Mill

Worsbrough Reservoir, Canal & its People Tour

Discover the fascinating stories of Worsbrough Reservoir, canal, and the people who made them thrive! Join our guided tour on 4th October for a journey through history, nature, and community spirit. A must for nature lovers and local history enthusiasts!

The Egyptian Labyrinth: The Middle Kingdom and the Faiyum Region

Cooper Gallery

The Egyptian Labyrinth: The Middle Kingdom and the Faiyum Region

The Faiyum oasis is a basin 62 miles south of Cairo. It seems to have been particularly significant during the Middle Kingdom, when the new capital city, Ity-Tawy, was established nearby, and in the Ptolemaic Period when it was extensively cultivated.