There was a time many years ago when parts of Widbrook were very marshy and there were a profussion of Marsh Marigolds in bloom. Thanks once again to the photo by Kingfisher.
Up until 1915 this farm was active as a mixed dairy farm, with a specialty for producing high quality malting barley. Upon my grandfathers death, my grandmother sold up and moved to Wisteria Cottage at the top of the high street, together with the family retainer Miss Emma Serles.
Once again I take a quick look back at what was once the classroom of Mrs. Snapes who certainly taught her students well and by rote and with a tongue as sharp as a needle.
Born at #1. Castle Hill,Maidenhead, Berkshire.12th March, 1930. Which is now in the middle of a round-a-bout. Raised at Widbrook Cottage for my first 21 years.