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Maidenhead, Berkshire, UK
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In 1955, actress and singer Diana Dors opened El Toucan coffee bar at 10 The Colonnade, between L Blackstone (tailor) & Appleyards (dry cleaners) on Maidenhead High Street.
It became a popular meeting place for teenagers and had a live Toucan bird in a cage in the window!
Want to learn more about the Battle of Britain? Then why not visit our 'Spitfire' Online Exhibition to find out more:
maidenheadheritage.org.uk/sp…
Can you spot the differences between Maidenhead now vs the early 20th Century?
To explore more of the history of Maidenhead, you can visit out online collection at: maidenheadheritage.org.uk/br…
The Maidenhead Heritage Centre is now reopen and we cannot wait to welcome everyone back!
We have put a lot of Covid-19 measures in place to ensure that your experience is as safe as can be. Read our new Covid-19 Policy on our website: maidenheadheritage.org.uk/vi…
We are pleased to announce that our current exhibition 'The Story of Skindles' has been extended to the 11th May 2019 and includes new material about the Roux Skindles Brasserie. Be sure to pop in for a look.
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We are really excited to be hosting our next family activity day this Easter, this time with a film making theme! Tickets are available now through Eventbrite so check out the event page for details... #familyfun #easterholidays #creativity facebook.com/MaidenheadHerit…
It's English Tourism Week next week, and our Spitfire simulator experience is available on a special 2-for-1 offer. Which means a whole hour flying for just £15, or 30 minutes for £7.50. Suitable for boys... facebook.com/MaidenheadHerit…
Do you remember the Chicago Rock Cafe in Queen St? It was one of several clubs that occupied the building in Queen Street that caught fire yesterday. The building was originally built in 1913 as Maidenhead's... facebook.com/MaidenheadHerit…
Due to the fire in Maidenhead town centre, and the closure of adjacent streets we will be closed for the remainder of today. We Hope to resume normal opening in the morning. bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-be… bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-be…
SKINDLES remembered. We've just opened our exhibition The Story of Skindles, which will interest everybody who ever spent time in La Valbonne nightclub! We would love to hear your memories of that era,... facebook.com/MaidenheadHerit…
FREE Spitfire simulator flights are offered tomorrow Friday and Saturday to all lady visitors (aged 9-90). Why? To celebrate the intrepid women of ATA on International Womens Day, Friday March 8th. Book on 01628 780555. Come fly with us!
News From Maidenhead Heritage Centre March 2019 - Read the latest on new premises for the Heritage Centre, and news from the ATA. We welcome our new member of the team, plus info on upcoming events... mailchi.mp/fc35e36009b9/test…
Today Saturday is the last day of our super 2-for-1 offer on flights in our Spitfire simulator. This week has seen lots of adults and lots of youngsters aged 8 upwards try their hand at flying, and they have... facebook.com/MaidenheadHerit…
We have the last few tickets remaing for our Family Archeology and Crafts morning tomorrow! Activities start at 10.30am so book your tickets to secure your place... facebook.com/MaidenheadHerit…
Half term is here and we are open an extra day. From today Saturday until next Saturday (Feb 23) we are open from 10am to 4pm every day except Sunday. There's plenty to entertain kids of all ages, from the... facebook.com/MaidenheadHerit…
Half term starts on Saturday 16 February in the local area, and we have a special 2-for-1 offer on SPITFIRE SIMULATOR flights throughout half term, including Monday 18th February. So 60 minutes of fun will... facebook.com/MaidenheadHerit…