THE Ross Branch of the Royal British Legion has received £3,600 from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for Ross Remembers, in Ross-on-Wye. Awarded through HLF's 'First World War: then and now programme', the project will focus on the Centenary of WW1.

To mark the Centenary of the First World War, the project will enable local people in Ross to come together to preserve the  memories and heritage of the people who lived through the Great War. Volunteers will collect photographs, newspaper clippings, documents, letters and photos of keepsakes, as well as family tales passed down to help them build a clear picture of what life was really like.

With help from professionals, the information gathered will be digitally recorded and an on-line interactive archive will be created, where everyone can access and contribute information. The archive will allow the public to discuss, contribute, share and research information about the Home Front.

Commenting on the award, Mr Graham Aplin (Chairman of the Branch) said: "We are thrilled to have received the support of the Heritage Lottery Fund – it has made such a difference and will help us to deliver a much better project."