Sports and popular pastimes are amongst the most fascinating of historical studies. And how they have changed - the fashions and crazes - tells us a good deal.
A new 'On this Day' entry marks the opening of the Raploch Skating Pond on 9th Feb 1901 and an article on the Stirling's History Pages takes the story forward to the 1930s and the eventual demise of the outdoor pond.
There is lots of fascinating information there, gleaned from the local press and the council minutes. So, take a look.
And, if you are interested in some other sport or have anything to add, why not work up an article for either slot?
A new 'On this Day' entry marks the opening of the Raploch Skating Pond on 9th Feb 1901 and an article on the Stirling's History Pages takes the story forward to the 1930s and the eventual demise of the outdoor pond.
There is lots of fascinating information there, gleaned from the local press and the council minutes. So, take a look.
And, if you are interested in some other sport or have anything to add, why not work up an article for either slot?
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