Holyoake’s Journey of 1842
George Jacob Holyoake’s Journey of 1842 by Catherine Howe (2012) Here is an easy to read and interesting book which follows the connection between early nineteenth century socialism and the … Continue reading
Father Ignatius of Llanthony
Father Ignatius of Llanthony Photographs and Postcards of Llanthony Abbey from my collection. From ‘Transactions of the Woolhope Club, 1898’ :- “… The majority of the members proceeded first to … Continue reading
Suffolk Lawn and Lypiatt Terrace, Cheltenham
Suffolk Lawn and Lypiatt Terrace, Cheltenham by Brian Torode (2007) Perhaps one of the most socially important people in Cheltenham in the late eighteenth century was John de la … Continue reading
History of Southam, Gloucestershire
Southam – An Historical Account of the Hamlet and Parish of Southam in Gloucestershire (June 1962) by Brian E. Torode Back in 1962 Brian Torode produced this historical study of … Continue reading
Daughters of the Cross in Cheltenham
Daughters of the Cross in Cheltenham 1863-1873 by Richard Barton (1987) During the 1850’s education for wealthy middle class girls experienced a revolution in Cheltenham as a result … Continue reading
Brian’s Retirement Party Video
Brian was Head Teacher of Elmfield Junior School, Swindon Road, Cheltenham, from 1982 until his retirement in 1996. His retirement party took place on Monday 16th December at the school … Continue reading
Some Cheltenham Buildings
SOME CHELTENHAM BUILDINGS Designed by John Middleton, William Hill Knight etc FOR COUNTY HISTORY DAY BY BRIAN TORODE St John’s Lodge St John’s Lodge is an impressive building, commanding a … Continue reading
Photographs of St Stephen’s Tivoli
Photographs from the Collection of the Late Father Brian Torode ‘This Church was designed by John Middleton and built in stages: chancel 1873-4, transept 1876, tall nave with lean-to aisles … Continue reading
John Middleton and Son, Architects
The Full Text of Brian’s Life of John Middleton (2004) Brian wrote in the beginning of ‘John Middleton – Victorian, Provincial Architect’ – ‘A more detailed and comprehensive version of … Continue reading
Education Sunday 2010
St Stephen’s Church, Cheltenham, 31st January 2010, Education Sunday From today’s Gospel: ‘The child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom and the favour of God was upon him.’ … Continue reading
