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The Forgotten Staffordshire Workhouse

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Throughout the Victorian era, the country struggled with what to do with its poor. The Poor Law of 1834 saw to it that the poor were housed, fed and clothed in workhouses, institutions that have gained a terrible reputation. The Seisdon Union was established for residents of Bobbington, Codsall, Enville, Himley, Kinver, Pattingham, Upper Penn, Lower… Read More »The Forgotten Staffordshire Workhouse

A History of Queen Street

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Initially constructed as a gateway into Wolverhampton, Queen Street has led a varied and prestigious life. Join the 2023 winner of the Richard Rhodes award, Jackie Harrison, for a look back in time.

Sunbeam: A Century of Speed

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Join us in Wolverhampton to celebrate the anniversary of a car built in the city setting the world land speed record. Almost 100 years to the day of the record, we celebrate Sunbeam’s achievement a short distance away from where the machine itself was built, in the city of Wolverhampton. Join Sunbeam Club archivist, Paul… Read More »Sunbeam: A Century of Speed