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| 10 Nov 2020 | |
| Written by Jane Caiger-Smith | |
| From the Archives |
The Headmistresses' Association, in the early 1900s, was advised that recreation was important to teach the corporate virtues and recommended different games for the development of specific qualities; "cricket for gentleness and courtesy, strength and determination".
Before the pool was constructed here in Cold Ash, the girls were taken swimming either to the public baths in Newbury, as in the photo, or to Chamberhouse Farm in Thatcham. More...
Issue 22: the Summer edition of Cloisters featuring Downe House alumna Dr Rosemary Groom (DH 1998) More...
Downe House partnered with Highclere Thoroughbred Racing to host a unique and exclusive event for Downe House parents More...
Josie returned to Downe House to inspire our budding authors More...
