Brigstock Latham’s Church of England Primary School There’s evidence that a school has existed in Brigstock since at least the sixteenth century – the original building had… Read more “Historic Schools of Corby and Surrounding Villages”
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The Schools of School Lane, Kettering
Street names often come from notable buildings, landmarks, or residents. So it will come as no surprise that Kettering’s School Lane was once home to two schools.… Read more “The Schools of School Lane, Kettering”
The Lost Schools of Old Kettering
History is all around us, the past leaves footprints everywhere. Sometimes a footprint is a hole in the ground, or a space where something once was. There’s… Read more “The Lost Schools of Old Kettering”
Queen Victoria’s Tour of Northamptonshire
In November 1844, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert were invited to Burghley House for the Christening of the Marquess and Marchioness of Exeter’s daughter, named Victoria. As… Read more “Queen Victoria’s Tour of Northamptonshire”
Kettering Bridewell
Bridewell Lane runs off Horsemarket, past the establishment currently called The Sound Bar. What is a Bridewell? A bridewell, or house of correction, was part of the… Read more “Kettering Bridewell”
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