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General Election riot… 150 years ago
The General Election of 1865, which resulted in the ministry of Lord John Russell, was the occasion of a riot in Chippenham. There were then two seats for the Chippenham constituency: Sir John Neeld (Conservative) was elected to one of them; the other was won by Sir...
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The Goldney Family and Beechfield House
Who were the Goldneys? If we go back to a document entitled The History of Parliament: The House of Commons 1509–1558, we learn that Henry (born before 1517), was the son of a wealthy farmer and clothier named Nicholas Afternewell. The will of Nicholas was apparently...
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Best foot forward for Corsham Walking Festival
Book now to take your pick of 22 guided walks during Corsham’s first weekend Walking Festival on 12–14 June. Building on the success of a one-day event last year, for 2015 an enthusiastic group of volunteers (generously supported by local businesses and community...
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Don’t let racy Poldark distract you from spotting Corsham film spots
Last summer, you may remember, filming took place in the High Street for two TV productions. The Suspicions of Mr. Whicher: The Ties that Bind (Hat Trick Productions), was broadcast in September and included this interesting crane shot. Poldark, began its run on BBC1...
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Don't let racy Poldark distract you from spotting Corsham film spots
Last summer, you may remember, filming took place in the High Street for two TV productions. The Suspicions of Mr. Whicher: The Ties that Bind (Hat Trick Productions), was broadcast in September and included this interesting crane shot. Poldark, began its run on BBC1...
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