We asked the Twist Thistle and Rose Project volunteers what they were enjoying about the project and this is what they said….
‘The archives project allows you an interesting insight into Berwick’s past history. It’s good fun and it’s nice to meet others’
‘Enjoy having the chance to examine a range of interesting documents, which I would not have call to use for my usual research.’
‘I enjoy learning more about the history of Berwick in a sociable context.’
‘I love volunteering because it gives an insight into the social history of the region and all its quirks.’
‘My favourite part is finding out about odd or unusual incidents in history when looking through the documents.’
‘Volunteering at The Archives has been a fascinating insight into the history of Berwick. In particular the social history of the town in the late 1800s. I have made new friends, learnt how to decipher script from the 17th & 18th century and have had a lot of fun!’
‘The police documents provide a spy-hole on life in Victorian Britain with brief snapshots of life which was for many grim and short.’
‘A terrific way to spend a few hours. Combines relaxation and education!’
‘Making the social part of history come to life through documents.’
‘Finding it very interesting doing ‘Police work’. The crimes, mainly theft of jewelry, animals and young men going AWOL from the army, but information learned is interesting.’
‘Learning new skills, exploring and recording historical documents has been interesting and fun.’
‘Working with old documents when there are helpful people around who can offer suggestions when I get stuck.’
If you are interested in joining the project please contact Twixt Thisle and Rose at the Berwick Record Office ttar@northumberland.gov.uk, we’d love to have you join us!