Full Circle by David Dunford
In the 18th and 19th centuries Chelmsford Races at Galleywood were the most eagerly anticipated event on the Essex calendar. They offered something for everyone -- the aristocracy flaunted their wealth and power; the working classes enjoyed a rare day off and crooks and conmen fleeced the unwary. This book gives a rare insight into this long forgotten world. Flat racing later gave way to steeplechasing, often featuring the eccentric Victorian adventurer Sir Claude de Crespigny of Maldon. Racing ended at Galleywood in 1935 but with the dawn of the 21st century came a new course at Great Leighs and once again the cheers of race-goers echoed across the Essex countryside.
"This is a brilliant addition to our understanding of the history of horse racing in ChelmsfordWendy Cummin, archivist at Galleywood heritage Centre
David Dunford formerly worked as a reporter and assistant editor for Essex County Newspapers before moving to the BBC in London. There he worked in the Radio Newsroom writing news bulletins for all domestic outlets. He also wrote for Yesterday and Today in Parliament as well as writing and broadcasting on finance for radio, television and the BBC World Service.
| SKU | Non disponible |
| ISBN 13 | 9780993108358 |
| ISBN 10 | 0993108350 |
| Titre | Full Circle |
| Auteur | David Dunford |
| État | Non disponible |
| Type de reliure | Paperback |
| Éditeur | ESSEX HUNDRED PUBLICATIONS |
| Année de publication | 2017-03-01 |
| Nombre de pages | 140 |
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