Emma Bashforth
@emma_bashforth
Freelance archivist based in London • PhD candidate @ihr_history (apprenticeship in early modern London) • Pen and ink artist - exhibited with @SGFADrawing
Congratulations to our colleague Tim Reinke-Williams for his latest article “Apprentice migration to London from Wales, 1600–1800” tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.10… @FASTresearchUON
A day late for #Halloween but couldn’t resist… ‘Sarah ye Wife of Ed Worton dyed ye 7 of Nov 1698 Aged 69 Good people all as you Pas by looke round See how Corpses do lye For as you are som time Ware We and as we are so must you be’ #BuryStEdmunds #GreatChurchyard
If you're an O negative blood donor, your blood is universal and can be given to anyone. That's why its so important that we have as much O negative blood as possible. We urgently need O negative donors to book an appointment to give blood ➡️ orlo.uk/fLfJd
Fun morning at the annual @SheepDriveLDN where Freemen of the City exercise their ancient right to drive sheep into the City without paying the bridge toll. I expected to see the Lord Mayor, some sheep etc…but not Damian Lewis!
It’s been 2 weeks since we launched our campaign to raise emergency funds and we’re nearly at £100,000! We can’t express enough gratitude to everyone who has donated, shared our cause, and spread the word about Folly and the work we do for British wildlife ❤️ We’ve put together a…
Precious archives relating to the history of our bridges will go on public display – many for the first time – in events to be held @TheLdnArchives next month. They include our original Royal Charter from 1282 and old bridge plans and records. Read more: tinyurl.com/mwfu68kf
Folly Wildlife Rescue was founded in 1994 to rescue and rehabilitate UK wildlife and receives over 3500 birds & animals every year from across #kent and #sussex. It’s at imminent risk of closure due to spiralling costs & falling donations. It’s not eligible for public funding &…
We will be open again for @openhouselondon on Saturday 21st September! Come and see some of our beautiful medieval books from 13th-15th century & discover the fascinating history of this 600-year old library. No booking needed. @cityoflondon
New article: 'Urban Green Space and the Blitz: Constructing New Parks and Gardens in Post-War Southwark', by @kjhhistory of @ihr_history: tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.108…
This week in 1752 did not exist – the calendar skipped eleven days from 2 September 1752 to 14 September 1752. The reason for these adjustments was the 'Calendar (New Style) Act 1750' which saw Britain adopt the Gregorian Calendar.
On this day in 1666, the Great Fire of London began. Here are 10 key sites to seek out londonist.com/london/history…
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The Great Fire Of London: 10 Key Sites To See
10 sites commemorating the Great Fire of London of 1666
These are the buildings that survived the Great Fire of London, and can still be seen today (click through for details) londonist.com/london/history…
📢 NEW Will of the Month Blog Post! 📢 It's an unusual will this month - all about Margaret Nelham's attempts to 'settle her account' in 1665. We look not just at content, but some unusual spelling, handwriting, even the paper used... #twitterstorians sites.exeter.ac.uk/materialcultur…
Next in our #MeetTheTeam series, introducing Jess! Alongside her busy Archives Officer role, Jess is also giving a fascinating talk on Working Widows in 17th C. London. Tickets here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/working-wido… #Archives #LondonHistory
3-year old Etta was diagnosed with leukaemia and receives chemotherapy. Blood transfusions help her body to be "chemo fit!" 🩸 Mum Becky says "with Etta's condition people always say, 'What can I do to help?' and I always say 'Donate blood!' It's the most incredible gift!" ❤️
We're hiring 📣 We're looking for a Ceramics Researcher and Data Officer (Ceramics) for Art UK's Ceramics Digitisation Scoping programme. Apply by 5pm on Wednesday 21st August 👉 artuk.org/about/jobs #Digitisation #ArtJobs #JobOpportunity #Hiring
DHC are looking for an experienced Archivist to join our team. You can learn more about this role, including how to apply, here: orlo.uk/WoKWG Closing date for applications is Sunday 18 August. @DorsetCouncilUK @DorsetJobs
For the first time, the City of London's 1297 copy of Magna Carta and the King John 1215 charter are on public display at TLA for free! Don't miss out, book your tickets now > eventbrite.co.uk/e/magna-carta-…
We’re back! We’re delighted to be relaunching today as The London Archives. You can still expect free access to 1000 years of history, available to all, with a greater online presence, a new website, social content , and a jam-packed events programme + more! #TheLondonArchives
A temporary and free outdoor exhibition has just landed in @StPaulsLondon Churchyard this month showcasing The London Archive’s extraordinary range of photographs from Queen Victoria’s reign which record the city and its people in stunning detail 👉 bit.ly/46sTHff
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