Asby History Group was formed in 2005 as a forum for people interested in this ancient Parish. With a programme of talks throughout the winter months and walks in the summer months. There are now 25 members.

Most individuals in the group have research projects and would love to hear from anybody with information about their subjects.

In 2008 the group were lucky enough to secure funding for a 2 year project: Our Green Space. This exciting project is based around the 6 village greens in Asby and will help the village to understand the history and management of the greens.

People and the Land: Settlement in the Eden Valley, prehistory to present day - papers from Appleby Archaeology Group . Please follow this link.

Joseph Clement was born in Great Asby in 1779 and became one of the most noted engineers of his time and a particularly skilled tookmaker.  For a full account of his life and remarkable inventions please follow this link.

George Steadman was born in Great Asby in 1846 and was a World Champion at Cumberland and Westmorland Wrestling. For more details of his life and career please follow this link.

The Powleys of Asby - famous clockmakers in the eighteenth century - for more details follow this link.

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