Combine your information and images into an easy-to-read leaflet using software such as Microsoft Publisher. The leaflet can be printed and distributed to libraries, schools, museums, tourist information centres etc. This will enable you to share your information with a range of different audiences who wouldn’t otherwise find it online.

Tip: your leaflet could be in the form of a trail, which tells the stories of different landmarks in a community, e.g. the war memorial or a master mariner’s house.

Tip: don’t make it too wordy or too long, have a balance between words and pictures.

The range of materials you have gathered and items created can be displayed together at your local library, museum, community hall or even an empty shop. There is always an interest in local stories and seeing historical material that might be new to people.

Tip: have a visitor’s book for people to leave comments. Include your contact details for people with information to get in touch.

Tip: advertise your exhibition locally in newspapers, notice boards and local radio.

Many groups welcome speakers to give a talk to their members especially if it’s a topic of local interest. A talk is a great way to share the information you’ve gathered, generate interest and gather more stories from the audience. Put together a slideshow using software like PowerPoint and write or memorise a script to go with it. Offer your talk to local groups or venues.

Tip: if you’re new to public speaking, prepare well and practise out loud on your own and family or friends.

Tip: adapt your talk to different audiences, e.g. if you’re speaking to children, find out their age-range and make your talk interesting for that age-group.

Art is a fantastic way to make history accessible, below are some creative responses by volunteers and groups exploring aspects of the war at sea. These are examples of what can be done with a group of people inspired by a story, an image or a visit to a museum or archive.