Nostalgia

In 1813, it was announced an inn keeper had died.

These days it seems Burghley owns half of Stamford, but turn the clock back 200 years and a different dynasty had an impressive foothold in town.

People can take a trip on The Flying Scotsman thanks to three special weekends at a heritage railway.

We take a deep dive into the archives of Britain’s oldest continuously published newspaper.

In 1859, a widow applied to have the licence of a pub transferred into her own name.

Tarantulas were put on sale for half price at a pet show in 1996.

There’s a good showing of community spirit during this week’s trip down memory lane.

The Methodist movement developed in the mid-18th Century.

A dog that was shot in the head with a crossbow found a new home in time for Christmas - this and other stories from our archives.

Supermarket staff took turns in the saddle to ride the distance from Stamford to Lapland - this and other articles from our archives.

Thousands of names have been added to a Second World War memorial thanks to dedicated volunteers.

Put your mind to the test for one last time – as this year’s final item for the Cabinet of Curiosities is revealed…

Here we take a look at our archives - join us for a stroll down memory lane.

In November, 1928, Mrs Sarah Ann Wilson placed an advertisement for her cake shop.

Many people remember Wilkinson’s Hardware shop in the 1960s and 1970s.

Take a peek into the past with Mercury Memories this week…

Town councillors are debating the future of the Mayor’s Parlour and the historic items contained within as it examines lease options for the future.

Join us for our weekly stroll down memory lane and take a deep dive into pictures from our archive.

A royal visit usually results in a good turn out and plenty of column inches in the news.

Another trip down memory lane - take a look at our photos.