£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.

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 →

Research Tip

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 →

We’re kicking off something special this year…

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… →

“As small as a bee’s knee…” – with a local connection

Eleanora Townley Ward first recorded “bee’s knee” in 1797, signifying something small; she was notable locally.

History Mystery at The Willows!

Lady Florence Dixie was a remarkable woman - here is one story from her time at The Fisheries near The Willows.

Did you know?

Sir Dhunjibhoy Bomanji was a notable Indian philanthropist whose estate hosted significant charitable events at The Willows.

Duchess of Sutherland

Mary Caroline Mitchell's dramatic life included scandal, legal battles, and resilience, inspiring literature and film.

Only Six Sleeps To Go

The WLHG Annual "Open Day" on November 8th invites all to explore Windsor's heritage at Windsor Baptist Church.