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Matthew Harper-Duffy
@matthewharperduffy.bsky.social
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Primary teacher and founder of Local History Hub. Building a grassroots network for sharing local stories, ideas, and place-based learning in schools.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 3h
We’re excited to announce that Leicester will be one of the first new Local History Hubs launching in September 2026 – with more to follow across the UK. 🎉
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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 3d
Happy #WorldTeachersDay to all the amazing educators out there, especially our THA members @localhistoryhub.bsky.social, #Kimyo, and #GEMHeritage! 🙌

Take a look at their inspiring work:
localhistoryhub.org.uk
kimyo.co.uk
gem.org.uk/resource/
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 2d
This autumn, Local History Hub is hosting a series of free online information sessions — and we’d love you to join us.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 4d
Big news: Wiltshire will be the first new Local History Hub launching in Sept 2026, with more to follow.
Supported by Wiltshire Council, it will connect schools, heritage groups and communities to explore local stories.
👉 Find out more: www.localhistoryhub.org.uk/local-histor...
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Matthew Harper-Duffy @matthewharperduffy.bsky.social · 9d
Next on the list: Lost Folk by @lallymacbeth.bsky.social
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Matthew Harper-Duffy @matthewharperduffy.bsky.social · 9d
It’s a sobering reminder of the deep inequalities that shaped that moment and a call to act, not just to be better prepared for the next pandemic, but to build a more just and equal society in the meantime.
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Matthew Harper-Duffy @matthewharperduffy.bsky.social · 9d
It unfolds like a slow-motion panic attack shattering any lingering sense of lockdown nostalgia and revealing the stark reality of how the pandemic was endured by those with the least.
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Matthew Harper-Duffy @matthewharperduffy.bsky.social · 9d
As we move from summer into autumn, I’ve just finished Ghost Signs: Poverty and the Pandemic by @stuhennigan.bsky.social
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 15d
📣 Local History Hub is hosting a series of meetings this autumn to shape our 2025–26 programme — with Local History Day 2026 (22nd April) as a shared focal point.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · 18d
📢 This autumn, Local History Hub is running free online info sessions for schools, trusts, local authorities and heritage partners.

Join to see how we support teachers with CPD, streamline outreach, and build partnerships with heritage organisations.

Sign up:
Fill | Local History Hub Info Sessions (Autumn 2025)
These short information sessions are designed for LEAs, MATs and heritage organisations interested in learning more about Local History Hub and how to get involved.
forms.office.com
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Matthew Harper-Duffy @matthewharperduffy.bsky.social · 27d
Such a brilliant way to bring Roman Britain into classrooms 👇
Hadrian’s Wall Virtual Focus Day (25–27 Nov 2025). Free online KS2 workshops on maths, language, archaeology, science & daily life. Love it. @northeastmuseums.bsky.social
🔗 www.northeastmuseums.org.uk/greatnorthmu...
Hadrian’s Wall Virtual Focus Day
KS2 Virtual event
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · Sep 10
We’re delighted to welcome Charlotte Barry as our new Regional Heritage Advisor for South Wales 🌿
Education & Interpretation Officer at Cyfarthfa Castle Museum and a GEM Cymru Rep, Charlotte brings passion for lifelong learning and heritage engagement.
#LocalHistoryHub
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · Sep 8
Teacher-led. Grassroots. Rooted in belonging.

Local History Hub is expanding this autumn.
We’re inviting Local Authorities, Academy Trusts & Heritage Orgs to join a free online info session.

📅 Sign up:https://forms.office.com/e/NjM6T0QBuu
#LocalHistory #Education #Heritage
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Matthew Harper-Duffy @matthewharperduffy.bsky.social · Aug 28
Next up: Ghost Signs by Stu Hennigan.
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Matthew Harper-Duffy @matthewharperduffy.bsky.social · Aug 28
The book has nudged me to notice more wonder in my own surroundings.
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Matthew Harper-Duffy @matthewharperduffy.bsky.social · Aug 28
The chapter on Iona especially stuck with me as that island holds some really special memories.
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Matthew Harper-Duffy @matthewharperduffy.bsky.social · Aug 28
Her search for “magic” in the natural world feels universal. It reminded me that the real value is often in the journey itself, not just what you find.
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Matthew Harper-Duffy @matthewharperduffy.bsky.social · Aug 28
Reddy writes with such warmth. Funny, moving, and sad moments often sit side by side.
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Matthew Harper-Duffy @matthewharperduffy.bsky.social · Aug 28
Continuing my summer reading, just finished Wanderland by @jinireddy.bsky.social . Brilliant book.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · Aug 28
After a summer of planning we’re stepping into an exciting year for Local History Hub. More connections, more partnerships, more community.
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Matthew Harper-Duffy @matthewharperduffy.bsky.social · Aug 14
Next up: Wanderland by @jinireddy.bsky.social — I’ve heard so many good things.

#SummerReading #Place #Belonging #NatureWriting
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Matthew Harper-Duffy @matthewharperduffy.bsky.social · Aug 14
It made me want to walk the Ouse and Adur more often. Living by the sea, it’s easy to forget the quiet magic of rivers.
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Matthew Harper-Duffy @matthewharperduffy.bsky.social · Aug 14
Summer’s a great time to read. I’ve been diving into books that explore our connection to place and belonging.

Started with Is A River Alive? by @robgmacfarlane.bsky.social beautiful and timely.
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · Aug 14
We’re still here 👋
Quiet on the feed, busy behind the scenes.
New Hubs on the way.
Networks growing.
More schools joining soon.
Still teacher-led. Still local. Still building.
#LocalHistoryHub #HeritageEducation #PlaceBased #TeacherLed #BackSoon
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Local History Hub @localhistoryhub.bsky.social · Jul 9
Huge thanks to @migrationmuseum.org and GEM for including Local History Hub in today’s brilliant event 🙌 Grateful to share how schools + heritage partners can collaborate on inclusive local history. Hope to join in person next time!

📍 localhistoryhub.org.uk
Local History Hub
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