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Tag: Old Windsor

Old ‘Times in Old Windsor’ by David Knight

David Knight's book on Old Windsor details its rich history, family memories, and evolving social landscape throughout the ages.

Ken Sutherland 25th August 202625th August 2026

The Prior at Old Windsor

Margaret Gilson, a passionate Old Windsor historian, honoured Richard Bateman's historical Priory and its remarkable collections.

Ken Sutherland 25th August 202625th August 2026

The reality of the Windsor Workhouse

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

Ken Sutherland 25th August 202625th August 2026

The Old Windsor Workhouse

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

Ken Sutherland 25th August 202625th August 2026

Old Windsor Tapestry Manufactory

Old Windsor's Royal Windsor Tapestry Manufactory, active 1876-1890, produced tapestries under Royal patronage, then declined.

Ken Sutherland 24th August 202624th August 2026

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