The Victorian Bayeux Tapestry, created by 35 women, represents a significant historical link between Britain and its medieval origins.
When the Bayeux Tapestry Came to Windsor
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Local History Research Day
Join us on Friday 18th for a Local History Research Day tutorial at Windsor Library from 1 pm to 4 pm.
Before Windsor’s newest herd, there was another rather special elephant…
Ninety elephant sculptures celebrate Thames Hospice, recalling Windsor's Kipling Memorial Building and its historical significance.
Windsor’s Great Cedar
Windsor's Great Cedar, standing since the 1790s, has faced multiple threats, yet remains a beloved local landmark.
Forgotten for more than a century … now finally recognised.
The Punjab Register documents over 320,000 Punjabi soldiers from WWI, with efforts now underway to digitise their stories.
£30,000… for a concert poster?!!
A rare Rolling Stones Ricky-Tick Club poster from Windsor shattered auction records, selling for an astonishing £30,000 in 2021.
Ricky Tick
The Ricky Tick Club began in Windsor, where the Rolling Stones played their first provincial gig in December 1962.
Local History Research Day
Discover Windsor's past with our Local History Research Day, featuring archives, maps, directories and a practical research tutorial.
The Crooked House
Who has had their photo taken outside the Crooked House in Windsor? It's the most photographed building in the town. DeFacto, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons The proper name for it is Market Cross House, and it was built around 1718. It is Grade II listed. The previous building was demolished in February of the … Continue reading The Crooked House
Victoria Cross Recipients
The Borough has seen many Victoria Cross recipients over the years with a rich story to tell.