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Our Farm of Gules - The Search for a Lost Site at Widcombe, Bath - Part 1

Penny Gay and Elizabeth Holland examine the site of a lost medieval farm on Widcombe Hill. This includes a look at the White Hart Inn and the sign at its front entrance.

Our Farm of Gules - The Search for a Lost Site at Widcombe, Bath - Part 2

In Part 2 - Penny Gay and Elizabeth Holland continue to examine the site of a lost medieval farm on Widcombe Hill.

Chapel of St. John of Beverley North Parade

A plaque on the corner of North Parade House displays the name 'Chapel of St. John of Beverley For The Deaf And Dumb'. Audrey Woods explains who St John of Beverley was and his links to the deaf community. With further information on the 'Bath Institution for the Blind, Deaf and Dumb’ compiled by Mike Macklin.

An Historical Overview of Laura Place, Bath

Michael Rowe and Mike Chapman explore the history of this elegant square, from early plans to its modern aspect.

Portrait of Captain William Wade

The restoration and a description of the Gainsborough portrait of Captain Wade by Michael Rowe

A Short History of Hedgemead Park

Heademead Park sits at the top of Walcot Street and was formally opened in 1889. Nigel Pollard looks into its history both early and more recent, and takes a sideways glance at what the park has been used for and also what it might have been.

Widcombe Manor

Written by Elizabeth Holland, this article explores the manor, it's history and it's people.

John Boys of Bath

John Boys (Mayor of Bath 1656) and His Family. Written by John V. Boys in 2014, this includes a family tree and summary of his life.

A Swainswick Puzzle

Written by John Cope, Lord Cope of Berkeley, in 2017, this article puzzles over the Royal Arms that hang over the door in the South wall of Swainswick church.

The Duchess of Cleveland’s Box Ticket

Written in 2016 by Michael Rowe, this looks into the background to this ivory ticket owned by the Duchess of Cleveland giving her admittance to a box at the King's Theatre, Haymarket, London.


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