Forgotten Women Wake

The Forgotten Women of Wakefield is a Dream Time Creative project to gain blue plaque parity for Wakefield's incredible, inspiring and world-changing women.

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You can find us across the web through this helpful link, including our websites, our other social media, and our newsletter:

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Did you know? Wakefield's Phyllis Lett was cherished so deeply by her family that her headstone bears a heartfelt tribute: "Her great courage and devotion knew no bounds" (1883-1962). A lasting testament to her spirit. 💙 https://t.co/mgSPnqGwXI

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Clara Clarkson's journals reveal a Wakefield on the cusp of change—a time of reform, rising new ideas, and bold challenges to societal norms. A glimpse into history in motion: https://t.co/cPVhm4ECKy

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Florence Beaumont used her considerable connections to raise money and goods for various charitable causes, including war relief. https://t.co/1Smqw73mpy

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1866 Suppressed Suffragists: 2020 Visible Visionaries Ann Clarkson -- Learn about Ann and the reasons why she signed the 1866 suffrage petition: https://t.co/NoUV4zs2R2

Ann is voiced here by @sarahleahcob

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Did you know that our FWW researchers, Helga Fox, Sarah Cobham, Catherine Clarke, Zainab Jode, and Abibat Olulode, are credited here for their work uncovering, exploring and exposing the truth about Charles Waterton’s links to Slavery: https://t.co/gvbu6hMxSL

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Have you ever wondered how the Louisa Fennell trail came about? Find out all about the hard work and community spirit that went into this amazing project: https://t.co/5Th3V5o1XH

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ICYMI: We are raising funds for a sculpture to Florence Beaumont to mark 100 years of when all women got the vote. (2028) If you have a spare £5 to go towards that, we can ensure people for many generations to come know about Florence's incredible legacy:
https://t.co/95j0LgtuLo

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Hurrah! You can now download your own version of Eliza Eve Gleadall's walking trail map from our website: https://t.co/XuhlaikX7M

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Did you know? Beginning in 1866, Louisa Fennell studied at the Wakefield School of Art under John Batty Tootal. John was a quietly influential character and helped shape Louisa's work. Read more about Louisa here: https://t.co/26RVS1sXnM

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Pre-Order ALERT!: A Family of Notorious Slavers: Murder, Slavery & Whitewash. A new book by Sarah Cobham

We are pleased to announce that Sarah Cobham's new book will be available from March 30th 2026

Available across the globe from all outlets: https://t.co/21IAHp39pe

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ICYMI: We are raising funds for a sculpture to Florence Beaumont to mark 100 years of when all women got the vote. (2028) If you have a spare £5 to go towards that, we can ensure people for many generations to come know about Florence's incredible legacy:
https://t.co/1EeggRDvn1

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Eliza Eve Gleadhall was an incredible botanist from Heath whose work still informs botanical classifications today: https://t.co/EIi9LtnEde

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Did you know? Beginning in 1866, Louisa Fennell studied at the Wakefield School of Art under John Batty Tootal. John was a quietly influential character and helped shape Louisa's work. Read more about Louisa here: https://t.co/26RVS1sXnM

[Forgotten Women Wake @ForgottenWomenW]

We are raising funds for a sculpture to Florence Beaumont to mark 100 years of when all women got the vote. (2028) If you have a spare £5 to go towards that, we can ensure people for many generations to come know about Florence's incredible legacy:
https://t.co/95j0LgtuLo

[Forgotten Women Wake @ForgottenWomenW]

ICYMI: A Family of Notorious Slavers: Murder, Slavery & Whitewash. A new book by Sarah Cobham

We are pleased to announce that Sarah Cobham's new book will be available from March 30th 2026

Available across the globe from all outlets: https://t.co/21IAHp39pe

[Forgotten Women Wake @ForgottenWomenW]

ICYMI: We are raising funds for a sculpture to Florence Beaumont to mark 100 years of when all women got the vote. (2028) If you have a spare £5 to go towards that, we can ensure people for many generations to come know about Florence's incredible legacy:
https://t.co/EKSXLgz0j8

[Forgotten Women Wake @ForgottenWomenW]

Pre-Order ALERT!: A Family of Notorious Slavers: Murder, Slavery & Whitewash. A new book by Sarah Cobham

We are pleased to announce that Sarah Cobham's new book will be available from March 30th 2026

Available across the globe from all outlets: https://t.co/21IAHp39pe

[Forgotten Women Wake @ForgottenWomenW]

ICYMI: We are raising funds for a sculpture to Florence Beaumont to mark 100 years of when all women got the vote. (2028) If you have a spare £5 to go towards that, we can ensure people for many generations to come know about Florence's incredible legacy:
https://t.co/za3g7kJfJO

[Forgotten Women Wake @ForgottenWomenW]

Did you know? Beginning in 1866, Louisa Fennell studied at the Wakefield School of Art under John Batty Tootal. John was a quietly influential character and helped shape Louisa's work. Read more about Louisa here: https://t.co/26RVS1sXnM

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ICYMI: Did you see? We made the BBC!

Heinous crimes and nursery rhymes: Inside HMP Wakefield https://t.co/bkmmNpSc4D