A Brief Introduction

This project will look at documenting, archiving, preserving and above all 'celebrating' the lives of Irish Diaspora and their descendants in the Rossendale Valley. I am aware there has been a lot of work carried out on the Valley's connection with Michael Davitt, but this project is about celebrating everyday people and everyday life, that was somehow a little bit out of the ordinary because you were part of an Irish family in Rossendale, East Lancashire.

So, as they say, "If You're Irish Come into The Parlour" ...and even if you are not, all welcome. At this stage we are looking for stories, anecdotes, myths, legends... images, sound recordings etc., that you would like to share about The Irish in Rossendale. No matter how small or insignificant they may seem, once they are all brought together they will have a significant impact.

There is a particularly strong connection between East County Mayo, Ireland and East Lancs., and this is an element that will be explored hopefully in diverse ways and potentially through international links with our relatives in Mayo.


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If you have any stories you wish to share or any questions please email us here


Best regards
James