
The restored tap-jars from the tip to the rear of the Glinton Artesian Water Company site
The 1922 advertisement for Hydrox Soda Water that illustrated Bob Randall’s article on ‘Helpston Groundwater Project’ (Issue 55) reminded me of nearly 30 years ago when my late father and I were excavating a tip to the rear of the Glinton Artesian Water Company (Sobrite and Hydrox), where we discovered a cache of broken tap-jars and numerous mineral-water bottles in perfect condition. Bob’s item prompted me to dig out my old research notes in order to recollect more about the site. [click to continue…]
Improvement work is due to start soon on Northborough village hall after the final legalities were approved on 12th March.
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