Join the Hedon History Walks
The Kilnsea Cross, one of the unusual monuments from Hedon’s ancient past, is sure to feature in the Hedon History walks. Schedule of walks has been published…
Walking Hedon history tours prove popular
THE PILOT walking tours organised by Tony Porter on Sunday as part of his ‘Hedon History Walks’ project, attracted over 40 people all keen to discover the legends, stories and facts about Hedon’s rich heritage. On Sunday Tony tested his idea by leading two walks…
Hedon Brickyard – Our 5 photo Sunday set
This week is a set of historical photos submitted by Jim Uney depicting Hedon Brickyard and staff fancy dress event…
Hedon in the mid 1960’s – unique cine camera footage
THIS is a real treat for Hedon Blog readers! These nostalgic scenes of the town and some of its characters will just delight!
Hedon History Walks – Sunday 17th January 2016
A Hedon man has had a marvellous idea to organise tours of the town’s history sites and sights on a regular basis including taking in perhaps the more neglected parts of the town’s history like the Hedon Haven…
Soldier’s sojourn home… in 1758
HIS glimpse into the life and times of Corporal William Todd from 1758 has been sent in by Jim Suggit. Thank you Jim, we are sure readers will find this fascinating! We publish Jim’s article in full: On 7 December 1758, Corporal William Todd left…
St. Augustine’s Gate, Hedon – over 100 years ago
An old photo of Saint Augustine’s Gate in Hedon – possibly taken over 100 years ago…? Note: Car free – but different problems presented themselves in those days – horse muck in the streets!
Hedon Town Calendar 2016 – On sale now!
This year the calendar will appeal to aficionados of the town’s rich local history with each of the twelve monthly pages featuring a photo from Hedon in bygone days….
Information on the old Keel Inn, Hedon?
Can any Hedon Blog readers provide more information about the Keel Inn which stood in Hedon at the beginning of the century? Where was it? Does the original building still stand?…
Hedon Mayor – “London fascination with Little Old Hedon and our Henry V silver mace!”
HEDON’S most precious civic possession, the Henry V Silver Mace, is currently on display at The Guildhall Art Gallery in the City of London. Displayed proudly in a brilliantly illuminated (and extremely secure) display cabinet, it sits alongside the City of London’s fabulous Crystal Sceptre.
Fascinating Hedon History Walk
DRAGON crawls the walls of St Augustine’s Church! One of the figures quite often overlooked by visitors to the 800 year old Hedon church…
Hedon Station – but when?
Can anybody offer more insights into the photograph? Perhaps you also have a copy or know some of the characters depicted? We’d love to be able to respond positively to Malc’s Challenge!
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