Sensory of Slough.
Slough is more than just a place on the map; it can be a symphony of senses. A town you don’t just see, but hear, smell, touch, and even taste! That is, if you know where to look and have the imagination to visualise it all.
Zara Ahmed
Freelance Writer
Content by this author:
New Foundations, Old Strengths: If Slough Could Talk.
Slough was once fields and quiet paths, long before pavements and even business shaped its significance. Now, it’s a mosaic, decorated with layers of success, stories and dreams that has kept the town ticking over recent years.
Hidden In Plain Sight, Slough’s Heritage.
Often, Slough’s history is regarded far too underwhelmingly considering the town’s existence can be officially recorded all the way back to 1196. After all, there are not many places that can boast findings of a woolly mammoth’s tooth or of Roman coins.
All Aboard The Legacy of Slough Station!
Opening in 1840 as part of Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s ‘Great Western Railway,’ Slough Station was the first stop west of London, instantly becoming one of the most integral transport routes in the country.
Where Stories Come to Life: ‘The Comet’ at The Curve.
During the last week of December, The Curve celebrated the whimsical holiday spirit through its depiction of The Comet. Inspired by the award-winning book by Joe Todd Stanton, it ingeniously blended storytelling, music, and projections seamlessly, filling the venue with magic.
Discovering the Magic of The Curve.
The Curve thrives as a cultural and collaborative hub, celebrating community. The venue can be involved from a person’s birth all the way to the day they get married!
A Town Built on the Enduring Power of the Trading Estate.
Slough’s history is truly underrated. While the town is known today for its diversity and creativity, it possesses a great historical legacy that helped shape modern Britain. One example indicative of this national pride belonging to the small town is our Trading Estate.
The Future is Here! Berkeley’s Revival of Slough High Street Begins…
After its recent successful transformation of the former Horlicks factory, Berkeley Homes has set its sights on refurbishing the high street. Holding a public exhibition at the Observatory Shopping Centre, they unveiled their visions for the high street.
Classic TV Meets Local Heritage at Slough Museum’s Thunderbirds Showcase.
Recently, the Slough Museum has been holding exhibitions celebrating the 60th anniversary of the famous and nostalgic television series, Thunderbirds!
Woven Roots, Modern Looks.
There’s always been a quiet pressure to fit into one standard and follow the trend. It’s so pervasive, in fact, that choices from our own wardrobes, our own purchases, are no exception.