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Secret Cirencester

By: David Elder

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Paperback | 15 October 2022

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96 Pages

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Cirencester is one of the most remarkable towns in Britain. From its Roman beginnings around AD75, when it was classed second only in importance to London, to its current status as the capital of the Cotswolds, it has always punched well above its weight. The history of how this small market town developed at the centre of the Cotswold wool trade is well documented, but there is another side to its story, much of which has either been overlooked or lies hidden below the surface. Well-known local author David Elder delves deep into Cirencester's lost, forgotten and hidden histories, recounting some remarkable stories. Learn, for example, about some of Cirencester's lesser known celebrities and characters - from the Victorian female astronomer who became a national expert in sunspots and solar eclipses to the man whose son became the last white Rajah of Sarawak. He also unearths fascinating facts such as the town's accolade of having the UK's oldest public outdoor swimming pool in continuous use, and explaining why it was important for passengers travelling on the railways around the mid-nineteenth century to understand that Cirencester time was 71/2 minutes earlier than London time. Secret Cirencester reveals all these and many more lesser known aspects of this remarkable town.

With tales of remarkable characters, unusual events and tucked away or disappeared historical buildings and locations, Secret Cirencester will appeal to all those with an interest in the history of this town in Gloucestershire.

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