Broxbourne Mill Restoration

In February and March, the Lee Valley Regional Park Authority (LVRPA) carried out the first phase of the latest project to conserve the remains of the Mill and ensure ‘that it continues to stand as a window into a bygone age. The plan of work to be done was set out on a display board on site. I was lucky enough to be given a tour of the project before its completion last month,...

Cinderella Pantomime, Broxbourne

Oct 1st, 2009

With the help of Buttons and Fairy Godmother, no matter what tricks her Ugly Sisters may try, Cinderella shall...

Donation of Pulham Pots

Aug 31st, 2009

A pair of ‘Pulham’ Pots have been generously donated to Lowewood Museum, High Street, Hoddesdon. The Mayor...

Broxbourne in Bloom 2009

Aug 24th, 2009

Individual category winners have been announced in the annual Broxbourne in Bloom competition. The competition...

Royal Rat Found In Old Mustard Pot

Aug 24th, 2009

A well preserved rat was found within the walls of Broxbourne’s second oldest building, The Old Mustard Pot...

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St Augustine’s Church, Broxbourne

Aug 18th, 2009

A guide to St Augustine’s Churchyard The parish church of St Augustine’s is located in the Broxbourne conservation area and lies by the New River just off Station...

Hoddesdon News

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A history of Broxbourne

Apr 22nd, 2009

A history of Broxbourne by Mrs. R. G. Hoare which was published in 1897. The village of Broxbourne is situated in that division of the County which goes by the name of the...

Up the Tower

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The Monson Almshouses

Apr 12th, 2009

One of the most interesting buildings in the High Road is the Monson Almshouses. They were erected in 1728 in accordance to the will of Dame Laetitia Monson, who also endowed...

The Priest’s House

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The Old Mill Boathouse

Apr 12th, 2009

The Old Mill Boathouse at Broxbourne The Old Mill Boathouse at Broxbourne was established in 1928 by Mr. Harry Sykes, a boat builder from Clapham and Professional Coach to...