Richmond Local History Society

Exploring the history of Richmond, Kew, Petersham and Ham

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Kew: St Anne’s Church

John Moses writes about St Anne’s Church, Kew and its Architectural Attributions in an article from our annual journal, Richmond History (No.41: 2020)

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The RICHMOND LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY explores the history of Richmond, Kew, Petersham and Ham and the people who have lived here.

We hold evening talks, usually on the second Monday of the month, organise walks and visits, and publish an award-winning journal (Richmond History) and books on topics of local interest.

The Richmond Local History Society is a registered charity, no. 292907

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