A tiny shovel to make a big school

1920s
Written By Chris Lindsay

This commemorative spade, measuring 16.5cm in length is dated Feb 1st 1928 to mark the date that the first turf was turned in the building of Stanmore School.

Stanmore School The first turf was turned by Alderman Edmeades C.B.E., D.L.

Stanmore School
The first turf was turned by Alderman Edmeades C.B.E., D.L.

Chris Lindsay
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