Hedon Mayors on Parade – By Tom Bond
Hedon Mayors on Parade. A selection of five photos for our Five Photo Sunday series sent in by Tom Bond…
Queen’s Silver Jubilee Parade – 1977 in Hedon
As many church services are being held today to mark the Queen’s 90th Birthday, it is timely to look back at the Queen’s Silver Jubilee celebration parade that took place in Hedon 1977.
Exhibition: 200 years of Childhood from Queen Victoria to Queen Elizabeth – Until Sat 16 July
EXHIBITION extended until Sat 16 July – NEW family-friendly exhibition at Hedon Museum: Displays of toys, books, clothing, and prams…
Hedon Penny Throwing – 7pm on Thursday 26th May 2016
PARENTS AND CHILDREN invited to Hedon Penny Throwing: Thursday 26 May 2016 at 7:00 pm is the annual Hedon Penny Throwing ceremony outside the Hedon Town Hall…
Remembering the tragic bombing of Magdalen Lane, Hedon May 8th 1941.
It was tonight, 75 years ago during the second world war, that 12 people were killed in Hedon when two neighbouring homes in Magdalen Lane (Ashley and Daisy Villas) were bombed and destroyed during an air raid in the town…
“Secret No More!” – The Story of East Riding’s secret resistance army 1940-44
This is Charlie Mason’s Commando Knife – he would have used it against enemy troops if fascist forces invaded Britain in 1940. One of the last chances to see this fascinating exhibition of the East Riding’s secret resistance organisation at Hedon Museum…
East Riding’s Wartime Secret Army – Revealed!
The British Resistance Organisation in World War II would make sure that Nazi invaders would not have found the East Riding a comfortable or safe place to serve!
A World of Things to See at Hedon Museum
Upstairs for new exhibitions… downstairs for Hedon’s historical artefacts like the rare Pingsdorf pitcher…
History upgrade to town’s wayfarer boards
NEW history maps for Hedon’s wayfarer boards? And perhaps an opportunity to make them interactive to mobile phone users?…
Hull Road residents – nostalgic fun day photos!
THESE residents of Hull Road, Hedon are obviously having lots of fun! Jim Uney has sent these marvellous photos in – plus his whimsical comments – as part of our Five Photo Sunday. Many, many thanks, Jim. Readers will find these nostalgic and delightful! If anyone can help […]
Magdalen Gate, Hedon – The Assembly Rooms
THESE photos have been sent in by Tony Porter – of Hedon History Walks fame! They show scenes from Magdalen Gate, Hedon. The first is a really classic picture of Hedon Assemby Rooms…
Genuine Hedon Names?
The kind of ‘Dun’ sunsets that may have helped give Hedon its name… and perhaps might give you an idea for very local historical baby names!
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