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Tag: 2010

Queen unveils plaque in memory of heroes

The Queen unveiled a plaque at Eton College honouring heroes from the Combined Cadet Force's 150-year history.

Ken Sutherland 1st September 20261st September 2026

Queen Anne’s Well

Queen Anne’s Well in Slough, renowned for its healing waters, served the royal family but is now lost to history.

Ken Sutherland 1st September 20261st September 2026

Slough Town Hall

Slough Town Hall's future is uncertain due to potential demolition for a new school, despite its architectural significance.

Ken Sutherland 1st September 20261st September 2026

Maidenhead Cinemas

Maidenhead’s cinema history spans from early 1900s roller skating rinks to modern multi-screen complexes by 2003.

Ken Sutherland 1st September 20261st September 2026

First Regular Airmail Service

Windsor's 1911 airmail experiment marked England's first scheduled airmail service, blending aviation and postal history.

Ken Sutherland 30th August 202630th August 2026

Windsor Bridge

Windsor Bridge, built in the 12th century, transitioned from toll crossings to pedestrian use, ceasing vehicle access in 1970.

Ken Sutherland 30th August 202630th August 2026

Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee

Queen Victoria's 1897 Diamond Jubilee visit to Slough featured grand celebrations and decorations, now mostly lost to modern development.

Ken Sutherland 30th August 202630th August 2026

Heritage Open Days 2010

HERITAGE Open Days provide free public access to historic sites in Slough and Maidenhead from September 11 to 12.

Ken Sutherland 30th August 202630th August 2026

Looking Back With Elias

Historian Elias Kupfermann will share tales and insights on Windsor's history, with his book "Vanished Windsor" releasing soon.

Ken Sutherland 30th August 202630th August 2026

The Kipling Building in Alma Road

Elias Kupfermann's book features Windsor's Kipling Building, which housed the elephant frieze before its demolition in 1982.

Ken Sutherland 25th July 202624th August 2026

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