by Joanna | Jul 24, 2025 | Uncategorized, Waltham Forest, Walthamstow
Anyone who comes on any of my tours will know that I love researching and am often adding new research projects to my never-ending list. My monthly tours of Waltham Forest Town Hall regularly change as when I discover something new I want to share it. The following... by Joanna | Mar 31, 2025 | Uncategorized, Walthamstow
My original intention in writing this post was to record my recent findings as to the naming of Orford House and Orford Road in Walthamstow. Whilst researching for a recent talk I found contradictory information regarding the origin of the name. However I have of... by Joanna | Mar 10, 2024 | Ferguson family history
A chance discovery on the British Newspaper Archive back in May 2020 has taken me on a journey researching the life of a first cousin once removed in the hope that his closer family will find out how he is commemorated. The article in question was a report in the... by Joanna | Feb 20, 2023 | Uncategorized
Did you know that there’s a terrace of houses in Walthamstow built from the winnings of famous Irish greyhound Master McGrath? In my obsession with local history I’m always hoping to discover something new but even I was surprised to find this plaque on a run of... by Joanna | Nov 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
Since writing Part 1 back in June Chingford Historical Society have, with my help, hosted 6 online talks and are going from strength to strength with an influx of new members each month. I have now amassed quite a few tips on hosting Zoom meetings and although I am by...
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