What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: This building was erected in 1304 as the chapel of St Thomas and was used for worship until about 1550. After a long period of neglect, it was occupied as the Winchcombe Charity School 1707 - 30 and as a blue coat school 1794 - 1914. Since then it has served as a cooking depot, a classroom and as an antiques shop. It is still known as the blue coat school and is owned by Newbury District Council.
The building erected in 1304 as St Thomas's chapel has served various educational and community purposes over centuries, including as a charity school and blue coat school until 1914, reflecting its enduring role in local education and heritage.
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