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Wednesday 12 October 2022 2.00pm ‘The Curious case of the Countess of Derwentwater’’ by Susan Lynn

Just who was the mysterious lady who arrived at Blaydon station in 1868 laying claim to the ancient Derwentwater estates?

We follow her progress and adventures in this fascinating tale.

← Joseph Stephenson Ridley 1845 – 1888Wednesday 9 November 2022 2.00pm ‘Holy Jesus Hospital; the back (yard) story’ by Lawrence Bryson →

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  • Wednesday 14 December 2022 2.00pm ‘A Victorian Christmas’ by Malcolm Grady
  • Wednesday 9 November 2022 2.00pm ‘Holy Jesus Hospital; the back (yard) story’ by Lawrence Bryson

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