The Old Bluecoats School - Mark Thomas
7:30pm – 9:00pm
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St Thomas’ Chapel
Construction completed and opened for worship in 1304, it was designated by the Bishop of Salisbury as a chapel dedicated St Thomas for the borough of Thatcham. It remained an active chapel until some time in the 16th Century before falling into disuse for another 150 years. An account of Lady Francis Winchcombe in the conveyance and trust deed in 1707, it was stated that it is spoken of as an old decayed chapel.
Bluecoat School
In 1707, the Chapel of St. Thomas was remodeled into a school for poor boys called Winchcombe Charity, in honor of its founder Lady Frances Winchcombe. It earned the name "Bluecoat" from the uniform worn by its students.
Contact Information
David Southgate
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Hugo Thompson kindly agreed by email to a free bronze membership on 26/02/2025. BHG is not a charity or a club so I used this form as the best option. My contact details are David Southgate Tangle Cottage Turners Green Upper Bucklebury Berkshire RG76RD if needed.