Bonus Episode: The Great Fire of Biggleswade, New Evidence.

Posted on by Natalie Doig

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-xyte6-140a499

A bonus episode about the 1785 Great Fire of Biggleswade. I’ve unearthed new evidence, which has lain unnoticed for 230 years. Does the established narrative including the cause of the fire need to be challenged? Make up your own mind after listening.

Find out about how the news was reported 230 years ago, how connected our country really was back then, and how history can turn on a six pence or on a dog’s paw.

Researched, written and presented by Nat Doig

Theme music by Tess Savigear

Find the transcript and show notes at weirdinthewade.blog

We’re on twitter and instagram as @weirdinthewade

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Published by Natalie Doig

"Science and sorcery." It's a quote from a beekeeper I saw on the TV, about how he sees the work he does keeping bees, a balance between science and sorcery. For me it also sums up my experience of life, my interests and my outlook. I love photography which is a perfect blend of science and sorcery, using light and technology to create magical images. But when I'm not taking photos you'll find me making the podcast Weird in the Wade. I'm also often to be found writing, reading, knitting, riding my mountain bike or drinking coffee watching the world go by. By day I fight for disability rights, equality and inclusion for all.

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