Publication of Windlesora 30

Windlesora's latest edition explores Windsor's role in WW1, featuring personal stories, local history, and significant events.

Clarence Crescent

South Place, a poor area in 19th Century Windsor, featured inadequate housing and sanitation, contrasting sharply with nearby Clarence Crescent.

Windsor established a workhouse in 1731 for the poor, providing food and work until its relocation in 1840.

A new workhouse in Old Windsor, built in 1834, faced resistance during inmate transfers and later became a hospital.

The Duchess of Connaught Hospital, established in 1915, treated soldiers during both World Wars before closing in 1985.

Berry Hill House, once a notable residence, was destroyed by fire, now replaced by modern flats, obscuring historic gardens.

Thomas Hardy, renowned author, assisted Arthur Blomfield in designing Windsor's All Saints Church during his architectural career.

Snooker was invented by Sir Neville Chamberlain in India in 1875, combining elements from previous games played by officers.

New Lodge, a historic estate, is for sale at £15million, with roots dating back to Queen Elizabeth I's reign.

Sir Stanley Spencer, a prominent British artist, created influential works inspired by Cookham, where he lived most of his life.