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	Our website covers the history of the Cumbrian Solway plain between Saltpans, just north of Maryport, and Skinburness, about fifteen miles west of Carlisle. We also try to bring you an occasional glimpse of the area today.
	Disaster strikes Allonby!
	What did the villagers find in these crates? How did they end up on the shore? What are these workmen doing?
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	Solway Smugglers	The Stronachs An important Silloth Family
	Find out more about their adventures	Read about their extensive business interests