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St Wallburge's Church
Penelope Harris, an authority on architect Joseph Hansom, looks into the history of the Preston landmark that has joined the top ten of the UK's most endangered buildings.
Winning back the Wandle
Surrey's River Wandle is the subject of Trevor James's article, which considers the recent history of a river well known for its industrial heritage.
Foul Deeds at the Seaside
Southend on Sea is best known as a tranquil resort, but it also has a murky criminal past which has been explored by Dee Gordon.
'And to these tragic mills compelled to come…'
Charlotte Zoë Walker has researched the efforts of two Yorkshire brothers and their fight to introduce the 'Ten Hour Bill', the first Child Labour Act.
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