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Windsor MP Travels through Time at Windsor and Royal Borough Museum
10-Oct-07, Press Release.
 

Adam Afriyie MP spent a busy afternoon visiting the Windsor and Royal Borough Museum in Dedworth last Friday.  The museum is run by the Heritage Development Officer and is supported by the Friends of Windsor and Royal Borough Museum.

Mr Afriyie was shown around the museum by staff and volunteers, which gave him an interesting insight into how things used to be, such as the level of Victorian slum housing and number of ladies of the night who operated locally.

Mr Afriyie said:

“We need a proper museum in Windsor and I will continue to support efforts to create one.”

“I commend the dedication of staff and volunteers to discover and preserve the history of the Windsor area and I am delighted that the Royal Borough is adding its support by placing artefacts in special cases at other public places around the constituency.”

He added:

“I was delighted to try on the Berkshire Fireman’s hat, which confirms the history of a fire station presence in Windsor.  With the help of local councillors and activists we’ll fight for services to remain in Windsor.”

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Contact Details:

Adam Afriyie MP

Telephone: 0207 219 8023

Email: afriyiea@parliament.uk