What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: 23 Castle Street 18th century. Childhood home of Kennet John Beecham (1848-1922) historian of Cirencester and architect. The Friendly Society was established in 1890 Recorded plaque organisation: Cirencester Civic Society.
Kennet John Beecham (1848-1922) was a notable local historian and architect from Cirencester, remembered for his contributions to the historical documentation of the area and for establishing the Friendly Society in 1890.
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Photo: George Wolfe · CC BY 2.0