RESIDENTS can discover local history, using a new website.

It is possible to investigate the history of a town, discover local secrets and find out about the people, places and events that have made the community what it is today on the site.

Everyone who sends a contribution will also be automatically entere d into a prize draw to win a years free family membership for English Heritage.

Content officer, Helen Bader, said: "Every area has an interesting story to tell and this local history trail will help bring that to life for people."

The trail can be accessed at www.ngfl.gov.uk/local history

There are interactive quizzes, an investigations page and a photo gallery, which will allow site visitors to send e-cards to their friends.