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The Forgotten Women of Wakefield is a Dream Time Creative project to gain blue plaque parity for Wakefield's incredible, inspiring and world-changing women.
Wakefield, England
Joined July 2018
You can find us across the web through this helpful link, including our websites, our other social media, and our newsletter:
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In 1837, music teacher Mary Frances Heaton was unjustly committed to an asylum after publicly demanding payment for lessons from a vicar. Her story sheds light on historical injustices against outspoken women.
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Discover the rich #Herstory of Wakefield! Our bespoke educational experiences bring to life the stories of forgotten women, inspiring students through immersive learning:
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Edna Coates (1928–1994) of Middlestown, Wakefield, dedicated her life to local fundraising. A diabetic, she organised events like sponsored darts marathons and auctions, even securing support to establish Yorkshire's first dedicated diabetic centre.
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Discover the remarkable stories of Wakefield's unsung heroines, from suffragists to educators, on our 'Our Women' page. Join us in celebrating their enduring legacies.
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Clara Clarkson's journals might seem to be a bit dry compared to modern memoirs, but there were things juicy enough for her contemporaries to want to censor the work she left behind:
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Have you ever wondered how the Louisa Fennell trail came about? Find out all about the hard work and community spirit that went into this amazing project:
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✨ Uncovering Hidden Histories ✨ As part of our #Abolitionists strand, we're spotlighting remarkable women who fought for abolition in Wakefield—yet they were written out of the narrative. Watch one of their incredible stories now 🎬👇 🔗
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Did you know? Wakefield's Florence Beaumont, a committed suffragist, led the Pilgrimage of Suffrage march through the city:
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🚶♀️✨ Our Beyond Braille project with funding from @HistoricEngland is in full swing! Researcher Helga Fox is now piecing together timelines, with visits to @WYArchive, building on volunteer research!
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ICYMI: Our first Round Our Way Heritage Walks heritage walk is on International Women's Day March 8th 2025 at 2pm. We will be revisiting some incredible women from our past! Book your tickets now:
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Baroness Alice Bacon of Normanton was a tireless advocate for progress—fighting for gay rights, abortion access, and state education. A trailblazer who shaped change. Learn more:
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📜 Did you know? Clara Clarkson's journals offer a window into a Wakefield on the wave of change—where reform, new ideas, and bold challenges to societal norms were flooding in. Step into history:
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🌟 Did you know? Eva Lett—sister of renowned singer Phyllis Lett—made history as the first woman Principal of Ripon College! 📚✨ A trailblazer in education, she shaped countless lives. Discover her story:
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🌿✨ Did you know? Wakefield’s own Eliza Eve Gleadall captured the beauty of local & exotic plants in The Beauties of Flora! 📖🌸 Her book is a breathtaking glimpse into 19th-century botanical wonders. Explore it here: #WakefieldHistory #Botany
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Did you know? Wakefield's Phyllis Lett was cherished so deeply by her family that her headstone bears a heartfelt tribute: "Her great courage and devotion knew no bounds" (1883-1962). A lasting testament to her spirit. 💙
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Did you know? Clara's journals give us an insight into a time in Wakefield where change and reform were in the air, where new ideas were starting to gain ground, and where people were challenging the norms of society:
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For Charles Waterton, marriage wasn't about romance—it was a financial lifeline, a means to restore his dwindling wealth. The love story many imagine? Hardly.
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In 1894, aged 31, Gertrude became Headmistress of Wakefield Girls’ High School where she would make her most meaningful contributions to local and national education. Learn about Gertrude's ground breaking methods here:
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✨ Uncovering Hidden Histories ✨ As part of our #Abolitionists strand, we're spotlighting remarkable women who fought for abolition in Wakefield—yet they were written out of the narrative. Watch one of their incredible stories now 🎬👇 🔗
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ICYMI: 🚶♀️✨ Our Beyond Braille project with funding from @HistoricEngland is in full swing! Researcher Helga Fox is now piecing together timelines, with visits to @WYArchive, building on volunteer research!
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