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Sutton Coldfield Library from 1937

A History of Sutton Coldfield Library

It is interesting to note that the initial setting up of a permanent public library in Sutton Coldfield was due to Dr Richard Williamson, one of the Rectors of Holy Trinity Parish Church, who presided from 1843 till 1850.

  • Published: 6th September 2020
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Sue Ingley (SCLHRG) Hits: 123
Another Unusual Air Raid Shelter

Another Unusual Air Raid Shelter

In Knighton Road, Sutton Coldfield, this air raid shelter lies forlornly in someone's back garden, reminding us of a time when the country faced  loss of life.  How close that feels these days, as we struggle with the effects of the Coronavirus pandemic!

  • Published: 8th February 2021
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Keith Hopkinson (SCLHRG) Hits: 65
The Forgotten Medieval Road

The Forgotten Medieval Road

Did you know that there is a second ancient road passing through the park? Unlike the Roman Road which goes north south, this one goes east west from Wyndley Pool to Streetly. It is around 900 years old and was the main thoroughfare through the park in medieval times.  Keith Hopkinson's article will tell you more ...

  • Published: 17th January 2021
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Keith Hopkinson (SCLHRG) Hits: 424
Walmley Village War Memorial

Walmley Village War Memorial

How many times do we walk past war memorials without even seeing them?  How often have the residents of Walmley ever paused by their own war memorial and thought about the sacrifice made by the men named on it or to wonder how their loss impacted on their families, friends and the village itself?  Where they are buried?   This article seeks to answer some of those thoughts.

  • Published: 30th January 2021
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Jackie Sheppard (SCLHRG) Hits: 310
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