Diary of a holiday in Leominster

This material is held atUniversity of Birmingham, Cadbury Research Library, Special Collections

  • Reference
    • GB 150 MS162
  • Dates of Creation
    • 1859
  • Language of Material
    • English
  • Physical Description
    • 1 volume

Scope and Content

The diary records a two week holiday in Leominster, Herefordshire. Many entries relate to church architecture and the surrounding environment. Some members of the local aristocracy are mentioned and the anonymous author records some national affairs. He notes the election of William Gladstone as Chancellor of the Exchequer and on 26 June learns, by telegram, of the Battle of Solferino [part of the Second Italian War of Independence].

Administrative / Biographical History

Little is known about the writer of this diary and his background. He appears well educated and does have some means in order to afford a family holiday.

Access Information

Open. Access to all registered researchers.

Acquisition Information

Purchased September 2003

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Archivist's Note

Papers arranged and described by Mark Eccleston, October 2009.

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