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Plaque dedicated to workers of Roses of Gainsborough unveiled by history group

The Delvers History Group unveiled a new ‘blue plaque’ at the weekend, dedicated to the workers of Roses of Gainsborough.
The plaque is one of 17 that can be found around the town that tell the lesser-known stories that link to Gainsborough’s fascinating past.
Invited guests gathered at the Riverside in Gainsborough where members of the Delvers History Group, along with founding member Thelma Childs, celebrated the final plaque recognising the significance this local company had in the town. The event also received fantastic support from the public as a crowd formed to watch.
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Blue Plaque to be unveiled dedicated to the workers of Roses of Gainsborough

A new ‘blue plaque’ celebrating the story of a local company that became known internationally will be unveiled by the Delvers History Group on Saturday 29 April.
The plaque is one of 17 that can be found around the town, telling the lesser-known stories that link to Gainsborough’s fascinating past.
To recognise the 25th anniversary since the first plaque was erected, the final plaque is dedicated to the workers of Roses of Gainsborough, which operated from 1880 to 1987.
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Funtopia comes to Gainsborough this April!

EVENT CANCELLED
Update 12/04/23
We’re sorry to inform you that this event has been cancelled. You can read a message from the organisers on Gainsborough Town Council’s website.
The BIG day out for little kids is coming to Gainsborough for the first time ever!
Funtopia is a fun-filled festival designed especially for under 10s and offers families an exciting day out to be remembered!
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Gainsborough B&B take winning spot on Channel 4’s ‘Four in a Bed’

Brampton Dales Farm B&B near Gainsborough were crowned winner of the popular TV programme ‘Four in a Bed,’ which aired this week.
The programme aired on Channel 4 on (Monday 27 February to Friday 3 March 2023) and followed the story of how four bed and breakfast owners competed for the coveted title, to prove their establishments provide value for money. They visited each other’s establishment and had to decide the amount they thought was best for a stay.
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