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Plague, Pesthouses and Poverty in King’s Lynn, 1636
In 1636, plague closed King’s Lynn’s markets, filled temporary pesthouses and left thousands dependent upon relief. Discover how the town faced disease, poverty and shipwreck.
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Plague, Pesthouses and Poverty in King’s Lynn, 1636
In 1636, plague closed King’s Lynn’s markets, filled temporary pesthouses and left thousands dependent upon relief. Discover how the town faced disease, poverty and shipwreck.
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The Pool Beneath the Pilot Office: King’s Lynn’s Hidden Victorian Bath
Beneath King’s Lynn’s Conservancy Board and Pilots’ Office survives the town’s 1856 Victorian public swimming bath, hidden under a later floor on Common Staithe Quay.
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King’s Lynn’s Great Northern Square: Markets, Corn, and a Cautious Witch Tale
Explore the history of Tuesday Market Place in King’s Lynn, from its medieval origins and market cross to the Corn Exchange, the Mart, merchant houses, and local legend.
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National Rail Disruptions
No trains between Ely and Kings Lynn expected until the end of the day
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National Rail Disruptions
Disruption between Kings Lynn and Ely expected until 22:30
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East Anglia train services affected by hot and dry weather
Because of the continuing hot weather and lack of rain, from 3rd August, the times of Greater Anglia trains to King’s Lynn will be changed.
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Sir Benjamin Keene: King’s Lynn’s Diplomat in Spain
Discover Sir Benjamin Keene, the King’s Lynn diplomat who shaped Britain’s relations with Spain while serving the interests of commerce and empire.
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