Two recommended last-minute gifts for local history enthusiasts are "Royal Windsor" book and "Windlesora" journal.
Books and Windlesora
Tag: Windlesora
Publication of Windlesora 30
Windlesora's latest edition explores Windsor's role in WW1, featuring personal stories, local history, and significant events.
Key Moments in Windsor’s History
The Windsor Local History Group's journal highlights significant anniversaries, including the 1908 Olympic Marathon and UK Airmail Service.
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.
Ricky Tick Club
Windlesora 35 will offer articles online in Spring 2026, starting with an exclusive piece about the Ricky Tick Club.
Windlesora 39
Windlesora 39 debuts on December 15, featuring local stories and available for £5 at select locations.
The Fire at the Theatre
Only a few days ago, I was discussing the photos and newspaper clippings Geoff Try had brought along with him to our regular meeting. They were of the Windsor Theatre fire in 1908. We had some questions the answers to which we would never get to discuss, as he unfortunately passed a few days later. … Continue reading The Fire at the Theatre
Alexandra Gardens
Alexandra Gardens is a cherished recreational venue for Windsorians and visitors alike. Learn a bit about its history.
Going to the Theatre?
At our July meeting, we discussed sedan chairs and their use at the first Theatre Royal in Windsor (as you do). It sparked a lot of questions: when and where was the first theatre, and what did these early taxis look like? 'Theatre Royal, Windsor 1805' by T. Woodfall; NT549420, © National Trust / Sue … Continue reading Going to the Theatre?
The Travelling Piper
As part of our monthly meetings, we like to discuss our favourite and stranger stories that have appeared in our publication, Windlesora. This month, an article from 2006, entitled ‘1830’, caused some discussion. It was about a famous travelling piper who had been seen widely across the country playing the “scotch pipes”, or more accurately, … Continue reading The Travelling Piper