Cemetery
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A visit to a cemetery in Wrexham, North Wales leads us to discover the grave of George Astle and to learn of his sad demise in a railway accident. We investigate what happened to his widow Sarah Astle who became a grocer.
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In April 2026, Wrexham’s new cemetery commemorates its 150th anniversary while honoring Women’s History Month. The blog highlights Catherine Castle, a dedicated schoolmistress of Berse Drelincourt School, and her niece, who continued her legacy. Founded in 1719, the school educated orphaned girls, showcasing significant contributions to women’s education and charity work.