A small booklet with a big story behind it… Huge thanks to Diana for kindly donating this original local WW2 clothing ration book. These booklets were an essential part of everyday life during wartime Britain, allowing both civilians and servicemen to exchange coupons for authorised clothing items during periods of severe shortage and rationing. The … Continue reading Interesting Donation
A really useful tip for anyone exploring local or family history. Windsor Library offers free access to Ancestry on its public computers — simply log in using your library card number and PIN, then select the red “Online Resources” shortcut on the desktop to get started. From there, you can browse census records, birth certificates, … Continue reading Research Tip
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Windsor Local History Group, we’re delighted to invite you to the first of our anniversary events—and best of all, it’s completely FREE to attend. Join us for a fascinating session where you can explore a rich selection of historic maps, books, and local reference materials from the library’s … Continue reading We’re kicking off something special this year…
The fab news is that Windlesora 35 is now available online. Apart from an excellent article on the famous Ricky Tick Club, it has interesting articles about both World Wars. And then there is the sad tale of the Camelopard, which appears on the front cover. And then there is ... That is the weekend … Continue reading Something for the Weekend?
Eleanora Townley Ward first recorded “bee’s knee” in 1797, signifying something small; she was notable locally.
Lady Florence Dixie was a remarkable woman - here is one story from her time at The Fisheries near The Willows.
Sir Dhunjibhoy Bomanji was a notable Indian philanthropist whose estate hosted significant charitable events at The Willows.
Mary Caroline Mitchell's dramatic life included scandal, legal battles, and resilience, inspiring literature and film.
We have now added photos taken from 8th November when we had our successful Open Day. It includes the opening by the Mayor, some of our guest exhibitors such as Windsor Carriages, and some general shots so you can get a feeling of the day. To see more, please visit the Windsor Local History Group … Continue reading 2025 Open Day
A new webpage documents the launch of Windsor: A Thousand Years, featuring photos, articles, and historical stories from March 2001.
