Second World War Novel on Legacy of Poppy Factory
Kirsten Hesketh, a 62-year-old author from Henley living in Greys Hill, has written a novel titled The Poppy Girls. Published by Penguin under the pen name Kirsty Dougal, the story follows the lives of three young women during the Second World War.
Local Schools and Classes
- Furze Platt Infant School, Oaken Grove, Maidenhead SL6 6HQ
- 3 classes - Dragonfly Class, Miss Midaoui, Mrs Lampton
- Alwyn Infant & Nursery School, Mulberry Walk, Maidenhead SL6 56EU
- 2 classes - Ash Class, Mrs McKeown, Mrs Clarke
- Braywick Court School, Hibbert Road, Maidenhead SL6 1UU
- 1 class - Maple Class, Mrs McNeaney (Reading)
- St Edmund Campion Catholic Primary School, Altwood Road, Maidenhead SL6 4PX
- 2 classes - Otters Class, Ms Knapper, Mrs Tang, Miss Grant, Mrs Fretwell
Local Developments and Events
Centrica is relocating from its Maidenhead Road site. The land between Green View, Holyport Street, and Glenside, Holyport Road, includes a plot with plans for a self-build home. This site has had three previous failed housing bids.
"Remembrance knitting on top of the postbox on Bray High Street."
"A Remembrance Poppy display is set up in the park on Bray Road."
Community Fundraiser
Pinder Hall in Cookham has launched a £50,000 fundraising campaign for critical repairs, including roofing work. The hall is located at 2 Lower Road, Cookham.
Historic Photos Availability
Photos from The Maidenhead Advertiser 150th Anniversary book, titled Days Gone By, are now available for purchase.
Author's summary: This text highlights local cultural heritage through a WWII novel and community efforts to preserve historical sites and commemorate remembrance.