THOMAS BARROW 1737 - 1822   Born in Thistleton in 1737, Thomas Barrow lived in Great Eccleston.  In 1809 he was paid 8 guineas for painting the Royal Coat of Arms which hangs in St Chad’s church, and the Ten Commandments - which no longer exist. He died in 1822 and is buried in St Michaels in Kirkham. We are trying to find out more about him.. If anyone can help, please email mc.storey@virgin.,net   The SYCAMORES  Blackpool Old Road   We are currently researching the house once known as The Sycamores on Blackpool Old Road opposite Poulton Library  It was the home of Sir William Hodgson from 1860 when he was orphaned at 3 years of age, until his death in 1945.   The gardens of the house are to be the site of a block of new apartments, to be called The Sycamores. CARLETON The Society is planning to research the history of Carleton in some detail, with a view to producing a book on the subject in the future.   We aim to cover the history from the earliest records - the pre-historic elk of 12000 years ago to the present day   We would be very pleased to receive any assistance in the way of photographs, ephemera, documents and other material which we could copy and return to the owner.   Please contact mc.storey@virgin.net or phone 01253 885167 for more information