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Past Lives: George Orwell in London
It is 70 years this June since the novel 1984 was first published. Its author, George Orwell, is now commemorated with a blue plaque
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Restormel Castle is one of the most remarkable castles in Britain. Built in the late 13th century, the present circular structure was a residence and hunting establishment for the earls and dukes of Cornwall.
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Discovery Visits at Audley End House and Gardens
Much adapted mansion with fine collections of art and natural history; Service Wing full of the sights, sounds and smells of an 1880’s kitchen, laundry, dairy and game larger; walled kitchen garden with fruit and vegetable varieties from the period; fine formal gardens and horses in the stables. A delightful example of Victorian daily life in a great country house.
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FRANKLAND, Sir Edward (1825-1899)
Blue plaque commemorating chemical scientist Sir Edward Frankland at his former home at 14 Lancaster Gate, Bayswater, W2 3LH, City of Westminster.
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FRANKLAND, Sir Edward (1825-1899)
Blue plaque commemorating chemical scientist Sir Edward Frankland at his former home at 14 Lancaster Gate, Bayswater, W2 3LH, City of Westminster.
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FRANKLAND, Sir Edward (1825-1899)
Blue plaque commemorating chemical scientist Sir Edward Frankland at his former home at 14 Lancaster Gate, Bayswater, W2 3LH, City of Westminster.
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History of St Catherine’s Castle
Perched on a rocky promontory at the mouth of the river Fowey, St Catherine’s Castle formed part of a chain of defences built in the reign of Henry VIII, to prevent seaborne attacks on the important port of Fowey.
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Claudia Jones was a ceaseless campaigner for racial justice and is credited with having been among the first to bring Caribbean carnival to London. English Heritage has commemorated her with a blue plaque at 6 Meadow Road, Vauxhall.