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House History , Sale and Restoration , The People's Park , 70th Anniversary

Photograph of David Murray John, Town Clerk of Swindon 1937-1974

David Murray John, Town Clerk of Swindon from 1937 to his death in 1974, was a seminal character in the history and survival of Lydiard House and Park. The architect of the town's post war growth, he was responsible for initiating and driving the purchase and rescue of Lydiard House and Park by Swindon Corporation in 1943.

Year
1960-1970
Photographer
Unknown
Type
Photograph
Location
The Civic Offices, Swindon Borough Council
Owner
Swindon Borough Council
Credit
Friends of Lydiard Park
Last updated on
Friday 25th April 2025
David Murray John, c1960's
David Murray John, c1960's

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