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Remembering Horsham poet on International Women’s Day

Eliza Cook As it’s International Women’s Day (March 8) we are celebrating one of Horsham’s most influential former residents – the author and poet Eliza Cook. Eliza, born Christmas Eve 1818, was one of 11 children and when she was around nine years old her father retired from his business in London and moved toContinueContinue reading “Remembering Horsham poet on International Women’s Day”

Horsham’s Aussie theatre star

Did you know Horsham has a link to the success of theatre on the other side of the world in Australia? It’s thanks to Horsham-born Alfred Dampier who made his mark after settling in what would be his adopted country. Dampier was born this day (February 28) in 1843, the son of a builder. However,ContinueContinue reading “Horsham’s Aussie theatre star”

Horsham’s last town crier – a UK champion!

Like most towns and cities across the UK, Horsham once had its own town crier. Back before newspapers were able to provide information to the masses, the church sermon was the only place where you might pick up on what’s happening where you lived and further afield. so, in Medieval times, the crier became anContinueContinue reading “Horsham’s last town crier – a UK champion!”

Museum hosts Shelley Memorial Project vote

The project to have a fitting memorial statue in Horsham for poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, who had strong links with the town, has gathered apace. Horsham Museum & Art Gallery is currently acting as host to the four statue models and is inviting the public to vote for their favourite and leave any comments. TheContinueContinue reading “Museum hosts Shelley Memorial Project vote”

Romantic story of a Valentine creation

Valentine’s Meat Juice The creation of a meat juice recipe may not sound the most romantic of stories on Valentine’s Day, but behind its invention lies a touching love story. In the Horsham Museum & Art Gallery archives is this little bottle that bears the name Valentine’s Meat Juice. Back in 1870 in Richmond, Virginia,ContinueContinue reading “Romantic story of a Valentine creation”